Nursing Practice (DNP)
Degree
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Major Credits
80
Total Credits
80
Time to Completion
3 Years
Locations
Mankato,Edina
Accreditation
CCNE
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Overview
Minnesota State University, Mankato offers a graduate program for students interested in becoming a doctorally prepared family nurse practitioner and also offers a post-graduate program for advanced practice registered nurses interested in obtaining a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree.
Program Highlights
- Students admitted into the BSN to DNP Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner program progress full-time through the curriculum and obtain the DNP degree in 3 years.
- Graduates and certificate awardees are eligible for national certification as family nurse practitioners and are prepared to practice in primary care settings where they diagnose and treat individuals across the life span and their families.
Application Requirements
- BSN, BS, BA, or entry level master’s degree from a CCNE or NLNAC accredited school.
- Cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- If GPA is less than 3.0, the student's Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores must be submitted to the Admissions Office at Minnesota State Mankato (GRE code: 6677).
- Current RN licensure with eligibility for licensure in Minnesota.
- One year of work experience as a baccalaureate prepared registered nurse prior to beginning nursing coursework.
- One letter of recommendation from a current or recent supervisor using the [PDF] School of Nursing Reference Form. The reference form must be submitted directly by the supervisor after the request is received by email.
- A professional essay responding to the following questions using APA format (2-page limit.
- Describe a situation that challenged you as a nurse and how did you respond/resolve it.
- Why do you think you will be a successful family nurse practitioner?
- What is your ultimate goal as a nurse practitioner?
- Resume
Additional Requirements for International Applicants
- TOEFL ibt scores sent directly to University Admissions using code 6677. A minimum score of 84 is required with a minimum speaking score of 26.
- Credential Evaluation prepared by a National Association of Credentials Evaluation Service member
Nursing Practice DNP Application Deadlines
| U.S.-Based Applicants | International Applicants | |
| Fall Start | N/A | N/A |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Start | N/A | N/A |
| Summer Start | November 1 | November 1 |
Contact Us
Contact Doctor of Nursing Practice Graduate Coordinator Learn more about the College of Allied Health and Nursing Contact Graduate Studies