Loyola University New Orleans – Online Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Program Overview

From Loyola University:

“Renowned as a leading institution for the advancement and education of health care professionals, Loyola University New Orleans offers two entry options to your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)—a Post-Baccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-to-DNP) and a Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (MSN-to-DNP). Rooted in the Jesuit tradition of social justice, care for the whole person, and values-based leadership, these CCNE-accredited programs prepare you to lead teams, organizations, and individuals within the complex health care system.”

At a Glance

URL	https://online.loyno.edu/nursing-degrees/
Total credit hours	78
Tuition per credit	Tuition and fees
Accreditation	Loyola’s online nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Practicum, internship and/or on-campus intensive	A minimum of 1000 post-baccalaureate supervised clinical hours are required for the DNP degree. and one visit to New Orleans per year.
Concentrations	The online MSN-to-DNP program helps master’s-level nurses earn a terminal practice degree and gain targeted skills in one of two specialized areas based on your professional interests and career aspirations — Nurse Practitioner or Executive Leader. MSN-to-DNP Concentrations Nurse Practitioner: To enroll in this concentration, you must already be a certified nurse practitioner and have a master’s in nursing. You will develop advanced skills in both clinical practice as well as health care leadership. Executive Leader: Strongly centered around leadership, this concentration prepares you to champion the mission of your health care organization. You will further develop advanced practice skills with a systems and population focus. Students with both advanced practice and non-clinical master’s degrees can apply for this concentration.
Full-time/part-time/accelerated	Full-time/part-time
Time to complete	3+ years
Admission requirements	According to Loyola University, to be eligible for admission to the DNP program, applicants must fulfill the following requirements: $50 non-refundable application fee. Fill out Online Application Two page type-written, double-spaced essay must be submitted online when filling out an application, addressing three areas: 1) description of goals for doctoral study, 2) research translation area of interest for the capstone project, and 3) career goals. Copy of current and unrestricted RN license to practice in the United States Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended Evidence of a BSN from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited U.S. college/university, or the equivalent from an international college/university, with a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher. Resume indicating a minimum 1 year recent nursing work experience Three recommendations (on the form provided by Loyola) from persons knowledgeable about the applicant’s aptitude for graduate school such as former Professors or Nursing Supervisors Certified Background Check: Upon admission into the program and at least 60 days prior to enrollment, applicants are required to apply for a certified background review with the results reported to Loyola University New Orleans School of Nursing. (School Code: LO22) Upon completion of all Document Requirements, a formal in-person or web-based interview with one or more Loyola School of Nursing faculty members will be scheduled. Applicants are required to have all necessary equipment in order to complete the web-based interview (i.e. webcams, speakers & microphone if needed). Minimum of 1,800 hours of recent nursing practice (within the last year) $500 deposit (upon acceptance)