Language: English
Credits: 39 SCH
Delivered: Online
Campus Location: Phoenix, United States
Disciplines: Nursing
Overview
The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Grand Canyon University guides nurses in applying current research to improve health care systems and enhance patient outcomes.
Examine and expand upon the theoretical and scientific foundations of health care through engaging peer discussions and scholarly activities led by instructors who are experts in their fields. Work through practice immersion activities designed to propel you to the highest level of nursing practice.
Career Prospects
Doctor of Nursing Practice degree holders are sought after by employers for their advanced knowledge and skills, and for their leadership qualities. Graduates of GCU are prepared to effect positive change in health care organizations by applying research-based principles to nurture favorable patient outcomes.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- DNP Studies
- Health Care Informatics
- Emerging Areas of Human Health
- Scientific Underpinnings
- Translational Research and Evidence-Based Practice
- Population Management
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: 3.4
English Requirements
TOEFL iBT: 90
Other Requirements
General requirements
GCU proudly welcomes doctoral applicants wanting to pursue higher levels of achievement in learning and research. You may be accepted by meeting one of the criteria below:
- Earned a doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution with an overall GPA of 3.4 or higher. Applicants with a GPA less than 3.4 may be accepted with specifications.
- Earned a master's from a regionally accredited institution with an overall GPA of 3.4 or higher. Applicants with a GPA of 3.0 - 3.39 will be accepted with specifications. Applicants with a GPA below a 3.0 will not be accepted.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Non-residents: 41,264 AUD / full (≈ 29,250 USD / full)
Out-of-State: 41,264 AUD / full (≈ 29,250 USD / full)
In-State: 41,264 AUD / full (≈ 29,250 USD / full)
