Lead the Future of Patient Care
Making a difference in the lives of patients has always been at the heart of nursing. Build on your foundation as a nurse and lead the future of patient care through UMass Lowell's online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP).
With this 11-course DNP program, you will build your expertise in evidence-based health care and leadership skills, and become a clinical expert with the depth required to improve health care quality, formulate policies and teach others.
Designed for those who hold a master of science degree in nursing, this post-master's degree can be completed in two years when pursued full-time, or in three years when pursued on a part-time basis. While courses are delivered online, the program also features five 2-day on-campus intensives that offer valuable networking, mentoring and scholarship opportunities.
Why Should You Choose UMass Lowell for Your Online DNP?
- Earn a highly respected degree from a school that is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the Best Nursing Schools for a Doctor of Nursing Practice
- Get personalized teaching and support from distinguished nursing faculty with real-world industry experience
- Pursue eligibility for the Nurse Faculty Loan Program, where 85% of tuition and fees are covered
- Learn from an early pioneer in online education, with nearly 25 years of experience delivering online programs
Career Outlook
Current industry trends recommend that all APRNs be prepared at the highest levels of nursing practice with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree by 2025. This industry shift prompted UMass Lowell to expand the DNP program to an online format, providing individuals with greater access to a high-quality DNP degree from a nonprofit public university.
Transforming Health Care Through Leadership
The interdisciplinary curriculum in the online DNP offers in-depth knowledge in evaluation research, health policy, organizational leadership, financing, evidence-based practice and health care informatics. Graduates will also build advocacy skills that are essential in influencing governmental and organizational policy decisions.
Low-Residency On-Campus Intensives
Built into the online DNP program are five 2-day on-campus intensives that provide students with the opportunity for face-to-face interaction with peers and faculty. The first intensive is a comprehensive orientation introducing students to the university, faculty, online technology and fellow students. Later intensives include guest speakers, presentations, development of scholarly projects, networking events and more, along with optional tours and field trips.
