Post-Master’s DNP

If you became an APRN with your master's degree, dig in a little deeper with a DNP.

Advanced practice nurses who have a master’s degree in nursing and are certified in any focus area offered in UIC’s DNP program may apply for the post-master’s DNP program. Students can choose either to add a new specialty or to earn a DNP in their current specialty. EXCEPTION: Only current CRNAs can select nurse anesthesia as their post-master's DNP focus area, choosing the no-new-specialty option.

The program will include didactic coursework as well as a DNP project and practicum experience. The DNP practicum, combined with clinical hours earned in the master’s degree, will bring each student to the 1,000 clinical hours required to earn a DNP. All students applying to this program must submit verification of post-baccalaureate clinical hours, and APRNs must also submit proof of their advanced practice certification, prior to initial course enrollment.

The post-master's DNP program is fully online and does not meet F-1/J-1 student visa requirements. Students in other visa categories should check regulations for their specific visa type before applying.