Nursing (DNP) - Family Nurse Practitioner

The University of Arizona Global

United States of America, Tucson

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The University of Arizona Global

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

PhD (Philosophy Doctorate)

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

University of Arizona - Main - Tucson Arizona Online - Online

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines22-Aug-2022

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Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200 / year

Next Intake 22-Aug-2022

Nursing (DNP) - Family Nurse Practitioner

About

The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) DNP specialty prepares nurses to provide healthcare to individuals and the family. Students will be prepared to manage a variety of conditions from episodic conditions (coughs, earaches, fevers, etc.) to chronic conditions (diabetes, hypertension, asthma, etc.) utilizing a holistic approach that evaluates all the current conditions for the patient to formulate a treatment plan. Applicants may enter the program as a post-BSN student or a post-master's (in nursing) student. Graduates of the FNP specialty are prepared as advanced practice nurses and are eligible for Nurse Practitioner certification.

Minimum Units: 68

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admissions Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree

Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above
Degree awarded from a regionally accredited institution

RN Licensure

Enrollment in the DNP program requires registered nurse licensure. Admission is conditional upon the individual obtaining and maintaining the license in active and good standing.

All applicants to the DNP program should review the application information on the College of Nursing's website. In order to apply for this program you must first submit an online application through NursingCAS followed by the University of Arizona Graduate College GradApp.

Standardized Tests

We do not require any standardized tests for admission to the DNP Program.

Funding Opportunities

Students in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Program are eligible for university and college funding. All students are encouraged to file an updated FAFSA form each year. The College of Nursing awards internal scholarships on a rolling basis each spring to currently admitted students.

Admissions Deadlines

Applications for the Family Nurse Practitioner specialty must be submitted by October 31st 2021 to be considered for the first admission cycle for Fall 2022 cohort.

International Conditional Admission

International applicants will not be considered for conditional admission by this program.

Other Information

The GRE Institution Code for The University of Arizona is 4832

English Program Requirements

International applicants whose primary language is not English, or who attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, must prove English proficiency. To determine whether you need to submit proof of English proficiency

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 25,200

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

International applicants to Arizona Online campus, Global Direct campus, or a Global Microcampus should choose the Distance Learner (DL) visa type in their Application Profile.
International applicants to the Main campus must currently hold a US visa that permits incidental study.
Please verify your visa eligibility with International Student Services before applying. The application fee is non-refundable and will not be refunded if your visa status is not eligible.
Applicants must meet all Graduate College minimum admission requirements, including English proficiency.
Applicants should be prepared to submit copies of their visa documents, additional transcripts, or degree documentation if requested.
University of Arizona regulations require that all international students on non-immigrant visas carry the University of Arizona student health insurance plan.