Overview

Program Requirements

Post-Masters Doctor of Nursing Practice students at the Valparaiso University must meet the admission, progression, and graduation requirements of the university Graduate Catalog.

DNP students are required to come to campus three times: to attend new student orientation at the beginning of their program, to attend oral and poster presentations while enrolled in NUR 770, and to deliver their poster and oral presentation at the completion of their studies.
Prior to beginning clinical courses (NUR 799A for post-master’s DNP), students must submit evidence of current license, CPR certification, TB skin test results, immunizations (Tdap, MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and annual influenza) statement of good health, a clear criminal background check, and a negative drug screen. These items must be uploaded on a tracker purchased through the College of Nursing and Health Professions. The clinical clearance items must be updated annually, and must be current through the end of the semester.

Nursing Liability Insurance

In connection with the clinical practice component of the nursing program, all students in the DNP program, beginning with their first clinical course, must secure professional liability insurance provided by the university (fees to be determined).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Epidermology
Business & Legal Aspects of Advanced Practice Nursing
Evidence-based Practice for Advanced Practice Nursing
DNP Project: Development
DNP Project: Implementation
DNP Project: Evaluation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-21 00:00:00

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More details

Valpo reviews applications on a rolling basis, until space is no longer available.

Language

English

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Credits

28 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Nursing Health Sciences View 304 other PhDs in Nursing in United States

Academic requirements

GPA

3.25

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed Post MSN-DNP application form;

A MSN degree from an accredited university with a grade point average of at least 3.25;

Unencumbered RN license in the State in which clinical course work hours will be completed;

Copy of all registered nurse licenses;

Certification as an advance practice nurse;

Copy of current APN certification for advanced practice nursing specialty

Tuition Fee

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International

10010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 715 USD per credit during 24 months.
National

10010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 715 USD per credit during 24 months.
In-State

10010 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 715 USD per credit during 24 months.

Living costs for Valparaiso

1223 - 1978 USD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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