ADMISSION
POST-MASTER'S DNP PROGRAM APPLICATION DEADLINES
Completed applications for early admission must be received by October 1. Completed applications for standard admission must be received by March 1.
Candidates applying to the Post-master's DNP track should ensure that all requirements and materials are received in order to be reviewed by the admission committee. (Please note: The GRE is not required.)
Once an application is complete and all supporting documentation has been received, the application is reviewed by the DNP Admission Committee on a rolling basis, and the candidate will be notified of the admission decision.
All accepted applicants must submit a $1,000 non-refundable seat fee which will be applied to the graduation fee upon completion of the program.
APPLICATION PACKET
- Completed Online Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Application Fee
The application requires a $70 non-refundable fee. Please note, prospective students who attend an admission event receive an application fee waiver code. - Letter of Recommendation from Three Professional Contacts
Letter of Recommendation forms should be submitted on your behalf from three professional contacts who are able to speak to your potential as a nurse scholar. A recommendation from a doctorally prepared nurse as one of the three references is strongly recommended. - Interview with the Director of the Post-Master’s DNP Track
A telephone interview is required and will be scheduled once the application is submitted.
- Essay
The essay consists of two parts:
(1) A personal reflection should be submitted that addresses the following: rationale for selecting this particular doctoral program; description of your role aspirations; and what you expect to derive from doctoral study.
(2) Identify a healthcare issue that could be the basis for your DNP project. Discuss how addressing the healthcare issue will improve patient outcomes at your clinical facility. - Official Transcripts from All Previous Institutions of Higher Education
Send official transcripts from each previously attended college and school to Post-Master's DNP Director, Debra Shearer, EdD, MSN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC at debra.shearer@villanova.edu - Copy of Advanced Practice License (for APRNs)
- Copy of National Certification for APRNs and Nurse Executives
- OPTIONAL: Evidence of Scholarly Writing
This could be a publication, grant, thesis, report, term paper or equivalent.
PREREQUISITES
All applicants to the Post-Master’s DNP Track:
- Must hold current and unrestricted licensure in nursing (Master's Degree in Nursing) in a jurisdiction of the United States.
- Are required to have a national certification in their advanced practice specialty.
- Should have taken a college level nursing research course and received a grade of 3.0 or higher.
- Must currently be employed and working a minimum of part-time in their field in the United States.
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