MSN-Doctor of Nursing Practice
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is designed for nurses seeking a terminal degree in nursing practice and offers an alternative to research-focused doctoral programs. DNP-prepared nurses are well-equipped to fully implement the science developed by nurse researchers prepared in Ph.D., DNSc and other research-focused nursing doctorates (American Association of Colleges of Nurses, June 2015).
In the University of the Incarnate Word's DNP program, students will have a close working relationship with faculty and staff throughout their doctoral studies. On-campus orientations are planned at the start of each semester providing students with the opportunity to engage with faculty. Courses will be provided in an online format using an asynchronous approach which may be augmented with synchronous sessions.
- Tuition: $470 per credit-hour
- Courses offered 100% online
Contact Dr. Diana Beckmann-Mendez at (210) 283-6318 or by email at graduatenursing@uiwtx.edu for more information on other tuition details.
Program Curriculum
The DNP degree provides a foundation for leadership development and refinement of clinical management skills for currently practicing nurses holding a Master of Science in Nursing. Upon completion of the DNP program, graduates will have attained the knowledge, skills, values and confidence to assume an active role serving in a variety of settings as a DNP.
DNP Curriculum (pdf)