Post Master's DNP

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The Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice or DNP program gives you the skills to stay competitive, take on the changing healthcare industry and continue to provide the best patient care. The nursing industry is moving toward a DNP standard and Gonzaga's terminal degree will prepare you for that future.

Outcomes

Serve as a leader and champion of change within complex healthcare systems
Demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills to optimize health in a selected area of nursing
Demonstrate humanistic, reflective practice, ethical reasoning, and advocacy for a selected population
Synthesize theory and evidence to create, implement and evaluate strategies to improve practice

Return on Investment

Clinical practice
Lead change within the health care industry
Influence public health policy
Meet the demand for Doctorate-Prepared Nurses

Financing

There are many ways to pay for your degree. From federal financial aid, to scholarships, to payment plans, Gonzaga can help you navigate the process and decide the best way for you to finance your degree.

Gonzaga is regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU). The baccalaureate, MSN and DNP programs at Gonzaga University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education:
655 K Street NW, Suite 750
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 887-6791

Testimonials

Habtamua Melaku | DNP | Alumna

“The health care system is changing and nurse practitioners need to be up to date and improve their knowledge. The program will prepare you for what you need to deliver the best patient care."