Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
Application deadline not specified.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
Disciplines
Nursing
Overview
With Franklin University's BSN to DNP Nursing Program, you don't need a master's of nursing (MSN). Instead, your BSN and successful completion of two foundational bridge courses lets you enroll in our DNP program – and be on your way to a whole new level of leadership.
Features
- This is the online DNP for busy, working nurses like you who are ready to advance their understanding and application of evidence-based practice, quality improvement and data analytics to advance healthcare systems and clinical care.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Advance your clinical judgment and leadership skills faster with the online DNP degree that's as driven as you.
- Franklin offers busy working nurses an affordable, BSN to DNP program – no MSN required.
- With one of the most accelerated BSN to DNP programs available, you could qualify quickly when you successfully complete two bridge courses in as few as 8 months.
- Once enrolled, complete your DNP degree in as little as 3 or 4 years, thanks to practicum hours that are included within specific courses. Plus, you'll learn and practice in the areas that interest you most by choosing one of three leadership focus areas or the FNP specialty.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
English requirements
General requirements
- Applicants for the DNP program must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree. The degree final cumulative GPA must be at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Applicants who earned lower than a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale can petition for admission to the program chair by submitting an essay detailing other criteria that the applicant believes should be considered to demonstrate their ability to be successful in a graduate program of study. This petition could include details on the applicant's work experience, work ethic, level of professionalism, personality characteristics, level of difficulty of program of study previously completed, etc.
- If a student is admitted as a result of the petition, the student will need to obtain a "B" average (3.0 GPA) during the first doctoral-level course of their program.
Fees and funding
Living costs – Columbus, United States
1,326-2,144 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
