Hello- I recently graduated with my BSN in nursing and currently practicing as a RN on a general med/surg floor. I am interested in going back to school eventually for NP and was debating between MSN or DNP-and I think I have decided to go ahead and do DNP.
I have done a lot of research and I have found one website with schools that are accredited for this program, but does anyone know of any schools that will/are transitioning to BSN-DNP programs in the next few years? I am thinking about applying for around the time of 2010/2011. Specifically does anyone know if UNC at Chapel Hill will be transitioning?
The University of Iowa has a BSN-DNP program. They have 4 specialties too such as gerontology, pediactric, family practice, and mental health. It will take 3 years for full time study and 4 years for part time study. You do about 1100 hours of clinicals! I bet it is a great program.
This is the program I am looking VERY closely at. They also have an RN to DNP for those with non-nursing bachelor degrees (me) and 1-2 years experience *though not all require experience. Some of their specialties are 1/year admission, with applications due 6 months before, so you REALLY have to plan ahead. I'll be meeting with a nursing program advisor at the close of my first year.
University of Arizona in Tucson has a BSN-DNP program that's mostly online. I think its 4 years though. Anyone else know of any others that can be pursued online?
Thanks for all the great info. I am also interested in a BSN-DNP online program. I am trying to find something that is close to my home for the few required on campus/clinical activities. Anyone know if there is anything near Northern Virginia/Panhandle West Virginia area? I heard Johns Hopkins Nursing School is starting one too. Anyone know if this is so?
Arizona State University (ASU) has a BSN-DNP online program that requires 2-3 days per semester of on-campus learning which is 3 years in length if taken full-time. They also have part-time options. This DNP program is accredited.
New Mexico State University (NMSU) also has an online 3 year program (full time only) that is brand spankin' new. However, this program has NOT been accredited...yet.
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This is the program I am looking VERY closely at. They also have an RN to DNP for those with non-nursing bachelor degrees (me) and 1-2 years experience *though not all require experience. Some of their specialties are 1/year admission, with applications due 6 months before, so you REALLY have to plan ahead. I'll be meeting with a nursing program advisor at the close of my first year.