Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the University of Arizona Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program enables you to build on a bachelor's or master's nursing degree with the option of seeking a new practice specialty. You will explore the underpinnings of practice, health care policy, leadership and quality improvement to develop a deeper understanding of how to address population health issues as well as individual health issues. Students can obtain a general post-master's DNP or a DNP with a leadership focus or advanced nursing practice specialty, choosing from multiple options.
Which department am I in?
College of Nursing
Study options
Full Time
(8 Semesters)
Tuition fees
US$35,012.00
per year
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment - $600 and Living Expenses - Housing and Food - $16,800.
Application deadline
Expected March 2027
Start date
August 2026
Venue
Main Campus
Tucson ,,
Tucson,
Arizona,
AZ 85721, West, United States
Entry requirements
For international students
All applicants to the DNP-Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) specialty should review the application information on the College of Nursing's website. In order to apply for this program you must first submit an online application through NursingCAS followed by the University of Arizona Graduate College GradApp. Admission requirements include copies of RN licensure and other documents.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.