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Advance your nursing practice at FHSU with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Review admission requirements, application steps, program-specific materials, tuition, financial support, and next steps to understand the application and enrollment process.
Explore your admission requirements based on your academic background and licensure to understand your pathway to the DNP program.
Select the pathway that matches your academic background:
Apply for the BSN to DNP pathway if you have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and an active RN license and plan to become a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
This pathway is available to students who live in Kansas, Nebraska, or Oklahoma.
Apply for the MSN to DNP pathway if you have a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and hold active RN and APRN licensure.
If you do not hold APRN licensure and plan to pursue the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) role, review the BSN to DNP pathway.
This pathway is available in approved U.S. states, except Tennessee, Utah, Alabama, and Washington.
Complete a DNP project and clinical requirements based on your pathway to help you apply research in real-world healthcare settings.
All DNP students complete a practice-focused DNP project as part of the program, with clinical requirements that vary by pathway to help you understand what to expect.
Complete required clearances before beginning clinical or project coursework. Requirements may include:
You are responsible for completing these requirements and any associated costs.
The Graduate School is here to help you understand your requirements, submit application materials, and take the next step toward earning your graduate degree.
Start your Doctor of Nursing Practice application with confidence. This guide walks you through each step so you know what to do and what to expect. Most students finish in about 10–15 minutes.
Have a few key details ready before you start to help your application move smoothly and save time.
Have Ready:
Colleges or Post-Secondary Schools Attended:
Application Materials:
Licensure Information:
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Use your personal email address (not a school email). You can save and return to complete your application at any time.
Get Started:
Step 2 of 7
Select your academic level, application type, and program to confirm your pathway and start term. This helps ensure you see the correct application and requirements.
Make Your Selections:
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Provide your personal information to confirm your identity and match your academic records.
Enter Your Information:
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Enter your college information to help evaluate your coursework and apply any eligible credits.
College Details:
Step 5 of 7
Review the recommendations section of the application to understand whether it applies to you.
If you choose to add a recommendation, it must come from a professional reference. Select your FERPA preference before continuing.
Step 6 of 7
Complete a short questionnaire to confirm your residency and determine eligibility for certain classifications.
Enter Your Information:
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Review your information and submit your Doctor of Nursing Practice application.
Application Fee:
After payment, submit your application to complete the process.
Submit Additional Documents:
After submitting your application, email your required materials to the Graduate School:
Include your program name in the email subject line.
Review Your Application Status:
The Graduate School can help you navigate the application process, submit required materials, and stay on track for admission.
Cost is an important part of your decision.
Explore DNP tuition, estimated costs, and available financial support opportunities to support your journey at FHSU.
Plan your investment in a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with clear, program-specific cost information.
Approximately $34,969.50 for the full DNP program.
This estimate is based on a total of 75 credit hours, including a mix of MSN and DNP tuition rates.
$374.70 per credit hour
$485.98 per credit hour
*Tuition and fees are set annually and may change.
Plan for additional program expenses beyond tuition, including:
Explore scholarships, financial aid, and funding opportunities to support your educational journey at FHSU.
Review funding opportunities within your academic program to understand what may be available.
Check with your academic program for the most current scholarship and funding opportunities.
Consider additional funding sources to help offset your program costs:
Some opportunities may require a separate application and vary by program and academic year.
After admission, use the FHSU Scholarship Application to find and apply for scholarships based on your eligibility.
Complete the FAFSA to determine your eligibility for federal student loans and other financial aid opportunities. Follow these steps to get started and understand what to expect after you submit.
The Graduate School can help you understand tuition, scholarships, and graduate funding opportunities as you plan for your degree.
Find quick answers about admission requirements, application steps, tuition, financial aid, and applying to FHSU.
Meet the minimum GPA requirement based on your pathway:
Visit the Requirements tab to review full admission criteria and application details.
Prepare the following materials to complete your application:
See the Requirements tab for full admission details.
The DNP program offers two pathways based on your academic background and nursing licensure:
Your pathway determines your coursework, clinical requirements, and program timeline.
Yes, hold the appropriate nursing license based on your pathway to qualify for admission:
Licensure and certification are verified during the application process.
The DNP programs include both online and hybrid formats:
Clinical and project hours are completed in approved healthcare settings.
Both pathways include summer terms and follow a structured course sequence from start to finish.
MSN-to-DNP students complete the program through project work without additional clinical hours.
Clinical clearance is required before participating in clinical or project coursework. Visit the Requirements tab for details on clearance and compliance steps.
No, recommendation letters are not required for the DNP program, though optional fields may appear in the application.
If you choose to include one, it should come from a professional reference.
Total program cost varies by pathway and course load.
Explore the Cost and Scholarships tab for full tuition details and a breakdown of expenses.
Explore the Cost and Scholarships tab to review available options.
The Graduate School is here to help you navigate the application process, understand your next steps, and connect with one-on-one support.