NURSING PROGRAM GUIDE

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Explore doctoral-level nursing practice pathways.

Usually 3–4 years post-BSN or 1–2 years post-MSN

Curriculum & typical courses

Evidence-based practice and quality improvement
Healthcare policy and advocacy
Organizational and systems leadership
Informatics and healthcare technology
Population health and epidemiology
Scholarly DNP project; programs require 1,000 post-baccalaureate practice hours

Typical admissions requirements

BSN (BSN-to-DNP) or MSN from an accredited program
Active RN or APRN license
Graduate statistics course at many schools
Interview, essay and recommendations

What Ohio requires

• Ohio APRN licensure depends on your certified role, not the DNP degree itself.
• DNP practice hours and projects are often completed at Ohio health systems.

Sources

This guide is general information about the program type, not a specific school's curriculum. Confirm exact courses, requirements, and licensure eligibility with each school and the Ohio Board of Nursing.

OHIO SCHOOL DIRECTORY

DNP programs in Ohio

Browse Ohio nursing schools from the Ohio Board of Nursing approved-program roster. Check current offerings and details with each school.

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Roster source: Ohio Board of Nursing, checked Sep 2026 · No rankings published