Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
ONLINE COURSES, OFF-THE-CHART CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
With nurse practitioner careers consistently ranked in the top five national professions according to U.S. News & World Report and job growth expected to increase 52% in the next decade, Valpo students are lighting the way as 100% secure employment within a year of graduation.
At Valparaiso University, our online bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) to doctor of nursing practice (DNP) program builds upon your nursing knowledge and experience, providing you with the tools and techniques needed to become a doctor of nursing practice. Our asynchronous program equips you with advanced nursing specialization and leadership development to help you make a lifelong impact in health care.
Our online program offers the opportunity to connect with fellow students and faculty during online nursing courses, and meet BSN to DNP program requirements in as little as three years. You also have the option of attending part-time to accommodate your work and family life.
VALUE OF A VALPO GRADUATE DEGREE
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Even as one of the highest-ranked institutions in the Midwest for value and academic reputation with Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation, graduate tuition for the 2023–2024 academic year is surprisingly affordable at $ 715 per credit. The program also offers scholarships, campus employment, and early entry options for especially qualified undergraduates.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
This 70 credit-hour program consists of courses focused on studying primary care for patients with complex health conditions, common health conditions for both adults and pediatric patients, end-of-life care, and women’s health and prenatal care.
In addition to your coursework, you will take part in two site visits involving an on-campus office procedures workshop, oral and poster presentations, physical assessment boot camps, standardized patient experiences, and a white coat ceremony. You’ll also complete 800 clinical hours to prepare you for family nurse practitioner roles in primary care and beyond.
ADMISSION CHECKLIST
• Valparaiso University graduate application (online)
• Certified bachelor’s degree transcript, plus transcripts for all other degrees earned and/or coursework completed
• Two letters of recommendation
• A reflective essay indicating your anticipated career goals and reasons for undertaking graduate study in the particular program you are applying for at Valpo
Additional application requirements may apply. For more information, visit valpo.edu/grad .
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
For information on scholarships and awards, visit valpo.edu/financialaid
A VALPO EDUCATION
At Valpo, you receive a comprehensive, rigorous education within the liberal arts tradition, learning to think critically, communicate clearly, and solve complex problems creatively. Our committed faculty have active and diverse clinical backgrounds in areas that include acute care, aesthetics, family practice, occupational health, pediatrics, and more. As caring and thoughtful practitioners themselves, they seek to invest in the success of students both in and out of the classroom, providing you the individualized attention and guidance fundamental to reaching your full potential.
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The BSN to DNP program at Valpo has allowed me the opportunity to fulfill my dreams of becoming an advanced practice nurse while remaining in my home state of Wisconsin near friends and family. Despite being a few states removed, the University’s long standing history of excellence in the classroom has connected me with world-class health organizations and subsequent mentors who have helped me develop not only as a person, but also as a health professional.
— Lauren Torhorst ‘21, ’24 DNPLearn More
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Valparaiso University
Valparaiso, IN 46383
phone: 219.464.5289
web: valpo.edu
email: grad@valpo.edu