Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to DNP

The BSN to DNP pathway is designed for registered nurses who have completed a BSN from an accredited institution and wish to earn their DNP. This pathway is ideal for graduating nursing students, recent BSN graduates, and experienced nurses who aspire to advance their careers and gain the highest level of clinical expertise.

BSN to DNP

GPA Requirement - GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred for all degrees. 

Education - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Unrestricted MA licensure as a registered nurse

Prerequisites Required - Statistics (no time limit on completion) with B- or higher preferred 

Video Essay - You will be required to complete 3 video essay interviews in the supplemental application; you will have 2 minutes to respond to each essay. There is no additional fee to complete the essays. 

Personal Statement  

• Please address both prompts below (300 words total):                                                                
  • Please discuss a person, incident or experience in your life that led you to want to pursue nursing as a career. Please describe what makes you a good candidate for a rigorous, fast-paced doctoral program. 
  • What is your understanding of the role of a nurse practitioner for the population focus of your intended nurse practitioner role (Family NP, Adult Gerontology Acute Care NP, Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP, or Psychiatric Mental health NP)?                                                                                       
• Please address the following prompt below (300 words total):  
  • How will the DNP enhance your practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)? 

References - Please submit 2 letters of recommendation from an academic or professional source, preferred within the last five years: 

• A professional reference should be from a former supervisor or professional colleague who can speak to your experience, competence, readiness, leadership, work ethic and dedication to your work. 
• An academic reference should be from a former faculty member or advisor.