Brooks College of Health Doctor of Nursing Program (DNP)

Admission Requirements
Application Deadline
How to Apply
Program Curriculum

Program Description

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of North Florida is designed as a post-graduate degree program for those who already possess, at a minimum, a Master of Science in Nursing and specialty certification.

Program Objectives/Graduate Learning Outcomes:

Objectives for the program are based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing essentials for Doctoral Education for Advanced Practice (2006). The program objectives build upon those for the masters in nursing program. The objectives (graduate learning outcomes) for the DNP program state that upon completion of the program the graduate will be able to:

• Develop, implement, and evaluate new practice approaches based on scientific knowledge;
• Ensure accountability for quality care and patient safety for populations with whom they work;
• Demonstrate analytical methodologies for the evaluation of clinical practice and the application of scientific evidence;
• Utilize technological information systems to evaluate outcomes of care, health care delivery, and quality improvement;
• Develop, evaluate, and provide leadership for health care policy which shapes health care financing, regulation, and delivery;
• Work collaboratively with transdisciplinary teams to meet health care needs of individuals and populations;
• Analyze epidemiological, biostatistical, environmental, and occupational data for the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs of clinical prevention and population health; and,
• Base practice on the application of biophysical, psychosocial, behavioral, sociopolitical, cultural, economic, ethical and nursing science as appropriate to area of specialization.
  

Admission Requirements

• Master’s degree in a nursing specialty from a nationally accredited program;
• Certified in area of specialty;
• Graduate GPA of 3.30;
• A competitive score on the GRE, or demonstrated success in previous doctoral coursework, or submit a copy of your masters project or thesis (to be evaluated by admissions committee);
• Negative background check;
• Negative drug screen;
• Hold an active license as a registered nurse or advanced practice registered nurse in the jurisdiction in which you practice;
• A portfolio to include: (a) a copy of graduate transcript and description of educational preparation; (b) a description of past clinical experiences including role and function; (c) identification of scholarly endeavors; (d) a description of professional and community activities; (e) an essay describing professional goals and how the program will enhance future goals and activities; and (f) a copy of current nursing license and certification in practice area; and,
• Three letters of reference which address academic ability and clinical skills.

Application Deadline

The annual DNP application deadline is June 1st for fall (August) admission.  This is the deadline by which to submit all application materials to the UNF Graduate School.

How to apply

     1. UNF Graduate Application for Admission

         Online
         Paper 

     2. Graduate Student Update Form (for returning applicants/students)

All applicants are responsible for ensuring that applications, necessary application fees, transcripts, test scores, and supplemental materials are submitted directly to the UNF Graduate School at 1 UNF Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224.  Receipt of materials may be verified with the Graduate School at 904.620.1360.  All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration.  Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless requested to do so please.

Program Curriculum

Graduation from the program will be contingent on the student completing all the requirements of the program, including the Doctoral project and the Residency in Advanced Nursing Practice. In addition all students must maintain a 3.0 GPA.

UNF Graduate Catalog

UNF Course Schedules

UNF Graduate School – graduate admissions

Contact the School of Nursing

School of Nursing
Brooks College of Health