Become a Leader in Healthcare
Achieving a better health outlook for your patients drives your nursing approach. Take your impact on health and well-being to the next level with a DNP credential that prepares you for leadership in the healthcare system. From evidence-based practice and health care policy to epidemiology and leadership—gain the well-rounded expertise you need to take on the challenges of the highest levels of nursing practice.
Advanced Practice Nursing (DNP)
At a Glance
75 Credits
Online Learning
8-11
Semesters
Sessions Begin in September
About the DNP Program
Program Highlights
We have designed your learning experience with you in mind—that means building in advantages where we can so you can focus on building your future. Here are just a few of the advantages in your program:
Fully online
Choice of tracks: BSN to DNP or Post-Master’s DNP
No GRE/GMAT required
Accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
What Can I Do With a DNP?
Earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree from Marymount University will open doors to a wide range of advanced practice and leadership roles in healthcare, including:
Chief Nursing Officer or Nurse Administrator: Lead and oversee nursing operations in healthcare organizations, such as hospitals, clinics, or healthcare systems. Develop and implement nursing policies, ensure quality patient care, and foster a positive work environment for nursing staff.
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN): Specialize in a specific area of advanced practice nursing, such as Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), or Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP). Provide expert patient care, prescribe medications, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
Nursing Professor: Educate and inspire the next generation of nurses by teaching in academic settings, such as universities or colleges. Develop curricula, conduct research, mentor students, and contribute to the advancement of nursing science and education.
Advanced Practice Nursing (DNP) courses could include:
Population Health
Health Policy and Leadership
Health Care Data Analysis
Informatics
Translation Research & Improvement Science
Let’s Get Started!
Marymount empowers graduate students to advance their careers, expand their expertise, and make a meaningful impact. Located in Arlington, Virginia—just minutes from Washington, D.C.—Marymount offers nationally ranked, career-focused programs grounded in the liberal arts and guided by a commitment to intellectual curiosity, service, and global perspective.
As a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and one of the nation’s most diverse campuses, Marymount provides a dynamic environment where students from around the world learn, lead, and Learn with Purpose.
Why Marymount University?
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Dual Master’s in Business
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Ready to advance your career at Marymount University?
Our programs give you the tools you need to build the future you want.