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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DrNP)

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A Unique Doctoral Education that Trains Nursing Professionals in Advanced Clinical and Research Methods

Drexel University's online Doctor of Nursing Practice program is an exceptionally unique degree that combines a practice-focused doctoral education with innovative clinical research training and practicum. This unique hybrid doctorate combines the scholarship of a traditional PhD with the methodology of an academic research doctorate. 

Drexel's online DrNP is a practice-focused online doctorate requiring the completion of a pilot-sized practice dissertation focusing on a specific area of nursing expertise. The dissertation is structured to be completed in one year and gives students first-hand experience in developing clinical questions and systematically resolving them. Online DrNP students will have the opportunity to complete a study abroad program for 2 weeks in their second year of the DrNP program. 

Read about Drexel's inaugural DrNP class here!  

Drexel’s online DrNP program is different than other online degrees. This prestigious program has been developed by Drexel University’s nationally-ranked College of Nursing and Health Professionals (CNHP) - a leader in training health care professionals for over 100 years.  Additionally, all courses are taught by Drexel’s acclaimed CNHP faculty, providing a higher-quality online degree than other online colleges or universities.

Students who enroll in Drexel’s online Doctor of Nursing Practice program have the opportunity to choose from two designated tracks: 

  • Practitioner Track: This track is for the student who wants to remain in clinical practice post-graduation.
  • Clinical Executive Track: This track is for students who want careers in executive nursing and health care management, but who still prefer a nursing doctorate with a connection to clinical practice.

These specialties educate students as clinical scholars in their chosen field and enables them to advance their skill set, knowledge and career. This degree is applicable to a wide variety of fields and subsets, and is especially appealing for advanced nurses who would like to earn a doctorate, but continue to practice significant clinical work.

New students are accepted to this program once a year in the fall term only.  Apply today! 

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