School of Nursing
Post BSN to DNP
Concordia's post BSN to DNP program allows students to earn a DNP degree and become a nurse practitioner. Two tracks available in this online DNP program.
Elevate health care and your career with CUW's online BSN to DNP program
You earned your BSN, gained valuable experience in the nursing profession, and are ready to take your career to the next level. Concordia’s online BSN to DNP program builds upon your existing knowledge and equips you with the highest level of education in nursing, providing the skills needed to become a family nurse practitioner or adult/gerontological primary care practitioner. Take your love of helping people to a new level in our BSN to NP program.
Credits
70
Cost Per Credit
$870
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$1000s in scholarships exclusively for adult and post-traditional learners
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Program Overview
Please note- this program is offered online through our sister campus at Concordia University Wisconsin.
Nurse Practitioners are in high demand, and the profession is expected to grow 45% by 2029 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Nurses who want to move into an APRN role must graduate from a master's or doctorate in nursing practice program, pass the national certification exam, and earn licensure to practice. Concordia's online BSN to DNP program helps you reach your full potential, providing you with the highest level of education in nursing in conjunction with over 1,000 practicum hours of hands-on experience to advance your care-taking abilities. And as an NP, you'll have more authority in providing the best care possible for your patients from start to finish, including prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.
Our nursing graduates are consistently above the national average for national certification exams. They reflect the critical thinking and professional skills needed for future nurse leaders in both clinical as well as academic areas. Concordia University Wisconsin also offers an online MSN program, but a DNP is quickly becoming the standard for preparing nurses for modern advanced nursing roles.
What to Expect
Concordia's rigorous online BSN to DNP is housed through our sister campus, Concordia University Wisconsin. Our program consists of 70 credit hours, 1,008 practicum hours, and can be completed in three or five years. The major
All coursework is completed online, but there may be components of the program for which you will be required to come to campus. Most courses in the program are offered in an accelerated eight-week format, with a few courses taking 16 weeks. Our expert faculty is accessible throughout the program, so you can assure you will feel supported throughout your master's and doctoral degrees in nursing.
Our nursing graduates are consistently above the national average for national certification exams. They reflect the critical thinking and professional skills needed for future nurse leaders in both clinical as well as academic areas. Concordia also offers an online MSN program, but a DNP is quickly becoming the standard for preparing nurses for modern advanced nursing roles.
Concentrations / Specializations
Areas of Specialization: DNP
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Locations
- Online
Requirements
Entrance Requirements
All students applying for admission to the program must have:
- Successful completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing school
- Successful completion of a three credit undergraduate statistics course within five years of admission to the program. Please note- this is a prerequisite for NURS 504 - Evidence-Based Nursing Practice, which is taken the first term of the program. If you have not completed a three credit undergraduate statistics course within the last five years, you will need to complete this prior to the start term of the program.
- A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (science and undergraduate nursing GPA are appraised as part of the admissions process, 3.0 GPA in those areas are strongly encouraged for review)
- Current licensure as a registered nurse in the USA, current CPR certification, and actively working in practice
- GRE exams are not required
Application Requirements
All students applying for admission to the program must submit:
- Current resume of your education and professional experience
- A formal admissions essay addressing the following areas:
- Your rationale for pursuing a career as an APRN
- Your personal compatibility with the CUW mission
- Your plan for success in the program, including time management, stress management, and professional communication
- Upon completion of your degree, where you envision yourself practicing and with what populations
- Three letters of recommendation; two must be professional and/or academic and one must be from an individual who has worked with the applicant in a professional capacity and has a minimum of a master's degree. The letters must be submitted on formal letterhead or using the CUW graduate recommendation form
- Copy of current RN licensure
- All official college transcripts leading to your bachelor's degree (and any applicable graduate work)
- Certified background check
Deadlines
The application deadline for Fall term is July 1st.
The application deadline for Spring term is October 1st.
Ready to apply? Click here to start your online Concordia University Wisconsin application.
The University reserves the right to delay or cancel the matriculation of cohorts, classes, or programs. Decisions regarding program matriculation are made by the University. Candidates for enrollment in accredited healthcare programs should contact the program director for detailed information and refer to their acceptance letter for any updates about delays or cancellations. Once a student is matriculated into an accredited program, the University is committed to completing the program.
Accreditation
Concordia University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Concordia University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Regarding state certification
Please Note:
We are not accepting new students from Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, California, Idaho, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, New York, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, South Dakota, Tennessee or Wyoming. Additionally, Washington D.C. students are required to do clinicals in Virginia.
States have established standards of practice for the nursing profession. While at the present time, we cannot provide a particular state’s educational requirements for licensing, we can assure you that we will provide you with the contact information for the state Board of Nursing for the state in which you are doing study.
Concordia University of Wisconsin is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission to conduct practice experiences in the state of Washington for the RN-BSN, MSN/FNP and MSN/AGPCNP program tracks. For more information, please go to the Nursing Commission's website.
Diane Ames
DNP
Dean, Professor
Phone: (262) 243-2006
Bio
Dr. Diane Ames teaches Advanced Practicum Nursing 3 in the Adult Geriatric Primary Care and the Family Nurse Practitioner programs along with Advanced Health Assessment. She is a Co-Director of the Graduate Nursing Programs.
Education
- DNP - (2010)
- MS - Family Nurse Practitioner , UW-Oshkosh (1996)
- BS - Social Work, UW-Eau Claire (1977)
- BSN - Nursing , Alverno College (1992)
- Nursing Practice, CUW (2010)
Research Interests
- Interprofessional Collaboration of Chronic Disease
- Integrative Medicine
Teaching Interests
- Integrative Medicine
- Interprofessional Education
Julie Parve
DNP, FNP-BC, APNP, RN
Director - Graduate Nursing, Associate Professor
Office: Rincker Hall HS101S
Phone: (262) 243-2051
Bio
Julie Parve teaches Advanced Practice Nursing III, Global Perspectives and a clinical course in the BSN-DNP program to Advanced Nursing students. She is also the Director of Graduate Nursing. Her research focuses on refugee health as well as the impact of cross-cultural immersion experiences on college students as well as pharmacogenetics in treatment of patients with chronic pain. She is the author of one book and several clinical practice articles.
Education
- DNP - CUW-Mequon (2009)
- MS - FNP, CUW-Mequon (2003)
- BSN - Nursing, Marian University (2001)
Contributions
- Parve, J., Carlile, J. & Parve, J., (2019). Pharmacogenetic testing in primary care. (10 ed.,vol. 44,pp. 44-49). The Nurse Practitioner.
Research Interests
- Interactive online education
- Cross-cultural immersion for students
Teaching Interests
- Global Health
- Diagnosis and treatment of chronic and acute health conditions