Nursing - MSN
Open the door to more career opportunities with our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. The MSN program prepares nurses for advanced roles in nursing education, nursing management, or public health.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program prepares nurses at the highest level of nursing education, providing the knowledge and skills to transform practice. This 30-credit program is fully online, and you can begin study in either the fall or spring semester. The program is designed to enable working nurses to complete their degrees while continuing full-time employment.
DNP
30 Credits
Transform nursing practice and education with our online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
The Doctor of Nursing Practice degree prepares nurses at the highest level of nursing education, providing the knowledge and skills to transform practice.
Our 30-credit program is fully online, and you can begin study in either the fall or spring semester. The program is designed to enable working nurses to complete their degrees while continuing full-time employment.
UHart alumni who have completed a bachelor’s degree or Master of Science in Nursing degree at the University of Hartford are eligible for a 25% tuition discount through the Hawk Alumni Scholarship.
The DNP is a 30-credit fully online program that prepares nurses to assume leadership roles in healthcare organizations or contribute to educating future practitioners. Courses are offered in 7-week sessions during a 14-week semester. This format allows you to advance through the program while continuing full-time employment.
The complex nature of modern healthcare systems requires practitioners and leaders who not only have a deep understanding of clinical practice but also have broader knowledge of other factors, such as finance and operations, to impact health outcomes. Our interdisciplinary curriculum will give you a strong foundation to be an effective team leader and work with others across health systems.
The DNP program includes at least 500 hours of practicum experiences that integrate classroom learning, promote innovative thinking as an advanced practitioner, and develop new solutions for clinical and/or system practice issues.
DNP students will also complete a scholarly project that aims to improve practice, affording students the opportunity to apply their knowledge and skills related to scholarship, leadership and teamwork – all essential competencies for nurses in advanced leadership or educational roles.
Learn in an interdisciplinary curriculum that includes management courses in partnership with UHart’s Barney School of Business. The Princeton Review has ranked the Barney School of Business on its list of Best Business Schools for 16 consecutive years.
Become eligible to sit for the Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) exam, giving you an edge for executive leadership roles.
Convenient fully online format.
Competitive tuition compared to other area DNP programs.
The DNP is a 30-credit program. Most students will enroll in 6 credits each fall, spring, and summer.
For full course descriptions, please see the course catalog.
Applications are accepted for either a fall or spring semester start.
Requirements:
Admitted Doctor of Nursing Practice applicants are automatically eligible for the following scholarship opportunities:
*The above scholarships cannot be combined with any other non-need based award offers from the University of Hartford (academic scholarships, Graduate Assistantship Benefits, Tuition Abatement, Employee Discount, Education Alliance Discount, Partnership Discount, etc.) as determined by the Office of Student Financial Aid. We will assume you would like to accept the highest value award if you are eligible for multiple award programs.
Mission
To prepare future nurse leaders and advance the level of education of registered nurses while fostering their professional and personal development.
Philosophy
We emphasize quality teaching complemented by scholarly and creative expression, clinical expertise, dedicated community service, and service to the profession of nursing. We are dedicated to the preparation of persons who enrich the nursing profession by responding flexibly and creatively to both professional and societal issues.
We believe that students seek relevant learning experiences grounded in experiential learning and have a clear commitment to the identity of the professional nurse. We believe that the best learning takes place in an environment of support where students are respected, and their life experiences honored. The ideal education setting is a learning community that allows student to realize their full potential as reflective, active, and life-long learners. Because we are committed to the idea that active involvement is essential to effective learning, we foster an environment of interaction among students and faculty. We expect all students to participate in their own learning and to facilitate the learning of others by participating in collaborative learning groups and partnerships, respecting each other’s opinions and questions, and by establishing a commitment to learning and critical and creative thinking. We strive to create a global community of scholarly caring.
Summer 2024, fall 2024 and spring 2025 tuition rates for the Nursing, DNP program are below.
Per Credit Rate | |
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Doctor of Nursing Practice | $1,030 |
Department of Nursing
860.768.4252
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Graduate Admissions Office
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The baccalaureate, Master's degree, and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs in nursing at the University of Hartford College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001; telephone: 202.887.6791. Information about the accreditation process is available at CCNE.
Open the door to more career opportunities with our Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program. The MSN program prepares nurses for advanced roles in nursing education, nursing management, or public health.
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