Advanced Your Education
Earn your online Doctorate of Nursing Practice in as little as 24 months
100% online coursework including mobile-accessible learning with one-on-one DNP faculty mentorship
Comprehensive Career Services support after graduation
Competitive tuition with financial aid and scholarships available for those who qualify
DNP students and candidates want to take their nursing education and practice as far as they can. This requires dedication, and it demonstrates a will to make a difference at a high level. DNP graduates may assume leadership and teaching positions or affect positive outcomes at the patient level. As a Doctor of Nursing Practice, your degree can instill confidence wherever and however you choose to work.
We know you’re eager to get started… and get finished! WCU online DNP program is are designed to offer you the ability to earn your degree at an accelerated pace. This track is streamlined for working nurses looking to complete an advanced degree with speed. Timelines and requirements vary by degree but can be completed in as few as two years.
Preview your course of study toward a DNP degree. You can see the number of credits needed, and the number of months your degree will take. We recommend reviewing your prospective curriculum in detail so you know what to expect:
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
New academic sessions begin on average, depending on programs, every eight weeks. We recommend applying for financial aid alongside your admissions application in order for your consideration to be processed on your intended timeline.
West Coast University offers competitive tuition, but if tuition is an obstacle, WCU financial aid and/or scholarship options might be available to help you move forward. Adjusted tuition is also available to active and former military members. To see estimated tuition and fees, Click Here.
To apply for financial aid assistance or scholarships, we recommend applying alongside your admissions application in order for your consideration to be processed on your intended timeline. Learn More.
Our Career Services Department provides ongoing assistance with professional and career development through workshops and guidance for our online DNP students and graduates.
Our Doctor of Nursing Practice track helps prepare you for a variety of new nursing opportunities, opening the door to more advanced roles.
DNP instruction integrates experience in scientific theory and practice, as well as in-depth training in systems and organizational thinking. The West Coast University online DNP program also prioritizes evidence-based practice through analytical methodologies.
WCU graduates are given tools to influence healthcare policy at institutional, state, and/or federal levels, and trained to lead, whether that means interprofessional teams or helping guide organizational decision-making. A Doctorate in Nursing Practice is a degree designed for highly motivated and dedicated students who want to use educated, clinical thinking to positively impact patient outcomes and evolve workplace practices.
No, there is no waitlist to start the online DNP program.
All our online nursing programs have been designed to give you the flexibility you need to earn your degree. While due dates and assignments help keep you on track, you will have the flexibility to watch lectures and complete coursework when and where it’s convenient for you. You choose whether to study in the mornings, evenings, or weekends.
WCU's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) online program makes it possible to earn your DNP in as few as 24 months.
WCU can evaluate your previous experience for acceptance. Transfer of clinical hours for prospective students is on a case-by-case basis. Your Admissions Advisor can help evaluate how many graduate clinical credits you have could qualify for transfer.
WCU's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program includes 100% online coursework. Some in-person practice experience is also necessary to complete your DNP degree.
There is a difference between Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) and a Nurse Practitioner (NP). A DNP is the most advanced academic degree that can be earned in the nursing field while a Nurse Practitioner (NP) is an occupation. An NP may pursue a DNP degree to advance their nursing careers or take on a leadership role.
Financial aid and scholarships are available for those who qualify. Among the scholarships offered are the Alumni Pathway Grant (covers up to 20% of tuition), the WCU Health Services Grant (covers up to 10% of tuition), and the WCU Performance Scholarship (covers up to 15% of tuition).
For additional information and eligibility requirements, please visit our online catalog.
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