Overview

We offer several paths of study for those interested in achieving the highest level of nursing. Each of our doctor of nursing practice specialties shares the common focus of mastery of clinical practice, leadership, and the commitment to human connection.

Features

The Nursing Practice program at University of San Diego prepares nurses at the highest level of proficiency as they learn to translate science into clinical practice.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Students develop the skills to lead collaboratively, integrate research into care and design better healthcare delivery systems.

Some of our DNP students focus their studies on delivering complex care over the lifespan of one population.

Others scale up their impact to shape entire systems, organizations and policies through executive or administrative roles.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

Nursing View 308 other PhDs in Nursing in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Goal Statement

Writing Sample

Resume

Recommenders’ Contact Information

Proof of unencumbered, active California RN license

Tuition Fees

Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

Living costs

San Diego

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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