Doctor of Nursing Practice
Overview
The post-master's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is designed for nurses holding a master’s degree as an advanced practice nurse, or holding a Bachelor of Science in nursing and a master's degree appropriate to their advanced nursing practice role.
Guided by faculty mentors, DNP candidates enrich and deepen their specialty practice by engaging in transformative educational activities. Nurses emerge as leaders, transforming their practice and healthcare in self-identified areas of concern and influence through:
- Experiential learning
- Self-assessment and reflection
- Community engagement
- Interprofessional relationships
- Scientific inquiry
The program culminates in a doctoral project that reflects a synthesis of the knowledge and skills gained throughout the candidate’s educational experience.
To facilitate access to DNP education, the program is offered primarily online, but includes immersion experiences scheduled for one to three days in August of each year. All educational strategies focus on the development of meaningful relationships and scholarship competencies needed at the highest level of nursing practice. Out-of-state students applying for this program are strongly encouraged to discuss clinical requirements with the assistant dean of graduate programs. Clinical arrangements are not able to be made in all states. Please note that international students are ineligible to receive a student visa for this program.
Building on their specialty practice, DNP graduates:
- Design new models of care
- Use evidence to improve practice
- Evaluate outcomes
- Identify and manage the healthcare needs of individuals, communities and populations
- Use technology and information systems to improve health outcomes
This program is offered in the School of Nursing.
What can I do with a post-master’s DNP?
The need for innovative strategies to improve the nation’s health has created a high demand for doctorally prepared nurses who possess the sophisticated blend of interpersonal, practice, organizational, business and leadership skills—all of which are offered in the SIUE DNP program.
Tuition and Fees
Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice
| Semester (hours) | Tuition | Fees | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall, Year 1 (7 hours) | $ 4,732 | $ 780.00 | $ 5,512.85 |
| Spring, Year 1 (8 hours) | 5,408 | 892.40 | 6,300.40 |
| Summer, Year 1 (5 hours) | 3,380 | 557.75 | 3,937.75 |
| Fall, Year 2 (6 hours) | 4,056 | 669.30 | 4,725.30 |
| Spring, Year 2 (4 hours) | 2,704 | 446.20 | 3,150.20 |
| Total (30 hours) | $ 20,280 | $ 3,346.50 | $ 23,626.50 |
Tuition for all courses is $676/credit hour and general student fees are $111.55/credit hour. Tuition and fees are based on 2023-2024 rates and are provided as an estimate; actual charges may vary. Rates beyond summer 2024 are not yet approved and are subject to change. DNP tuition is a specialized tuition rate that all students pay regardless of residency.
Faculty
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