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DNP
Doctor of Nursing Practice

Are you passionate about improving healthcare, advocating for patients and driving healthcare policy? The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program from Capella is designed to help master’s-prepared nurses expand their leadership, administrative and organizational skills.*

This CCNE-accredited** online program can help you learn how to evaluate evidence-based intervention practices while delivering equitable, inclusive person-centered care. You’ll also build collaboration and communication skills to help lead teams in implementing safety improvement initiatives.

* The DNP is not designed to prepare advanced practice registered nurses for roles as nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, certified nurse midwives, or certified nurse anesthetists.
**The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Capella University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Industry-inspired curriculum

This program incorporates principles from our School of Nursing and Health Sciences Advisory Board and the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice.

Integrated DNP project and practicum

Work with inspiring mentors within an organization as part of your program. This integrated approach allows you to solve real-world challenges. Learn more about the practicum experience

Support

Start and advance through your doctoral journey with support from faculty and academic coaches.

Compare program requirements if starting before Jan. 6, 2025.

Classes start November 4

Apply today with no application fee.

At a glance

  • Online
  • FlexPath available
  • CCNE accredited
  • 8 Courses
  • 5 Doctoral project courses
  • 52 Total coursework credits (0 max transfer)

With Capella Tuition Cap, you won’t pay more than $32,000* in tuition costs for your degree.

*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.

What can you do with a DNP degree?

Your education can help you reach your professional and personal goals. While Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific career outcome, such as job title, promotion or salary increase, we encourage you to explore potential jobs and employment settings. Here are some ideas and examples for a graduate with a Doctor of Nursing Practice:

Related job titles to explore*

  • Director of clinical development
  • Director of clinical services
  • Director of nursing
  • Global medical affairs leader
  • Medical affairs director

Employment settings to explore*

  • Administration of Veterans’ Affairs
  • Colleges, universities and professional schools
  • General medical and surgical hospitals
  • Nursing care facilities (skilled nursing facilities)

*These are examples intended to serve as a general guide. Some positions may prefer or even require previous experience, licensure, certifications, and/or other designations along with a degree. Because many factors determine what position an individual may attain, Capella cannot guarantee that a graduate will secure any specific job title, a promotion, salary increase, or other career outcome. We encourage you to research requirements for your job target and career goals.