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The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is a practice-focused degree for registered nurses who desire to become an advanced practice nurse in one of several specialty areas or an executive nurse leader.
There are several points of entry into the DNP program, depending on your specialty interest and your nursing degree:
Earning your degree from Augusta University provides you with the opportunity to be a part of the legacy associated with Georgia’s oldest DNP program.
Nursing Practice is for you if you consider yourself
A Calling
like no
other.
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DNP core courses provide a foundation in healthcare policy, evidence-based practice, leadership, and systems management. This prepares graduates to deliver high-quality care in complex healthcare environments. Additional coursework is tailored to your specific concentration.
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About the Graduate SchoolExperience-based Education
Whatever the concentration, the program provides the clinical expertise to improve health care outcomes by enabling students to become expert nurse leaders.
Augusta University is the primary health care-focused public research university in Georgia, and the program’s location on the Health Sciences Campus puts you at the heart of the university’s health-focused resources.
Community partnerships like the Costa-Layman Health Fair and the Healthy Grandparents Program give students the opportunity to participate in health-oriented community service.
Augusta University established Georgia’s first Doctor of Nursing Practice program in 2005 and has been graduating DNPs ever since.
The program has several different concentration depending on a student’s starting point and career objectives.
In addition to campus-wide scholarships, students may be eligible for one of the scholarships reserved for College of Nursing students.
Augusta University’s nursing faculty are committed to providing innovative nursing education that promotes health, healing and well-being in any health care setting.
Your Future
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for nurse anesthetists and nurse practitioners is projected to rise much faster than average through 2031.
In 2021, the median pay for a nurse anesthetist and nurse practitioner was $123,780 per year.
Profiles
I believe every day I have a purpose, and completing this degree increases my capabilities to serve, impact positive outcomes, and increase success for individuals at our University and the community at large.
Shelli Larkin
DNP Nurse Executive Track
If you want to learn the process of leading change, this program is for you. If you want to make processes more efficient and based on evidence, this program is for you. And if you want your ideas to actually be adopted into clinical practice, this program is definitely for you.
Laurie Yates
Post MSN DNP Track
GPA: Overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale at the Baccalaureate level calculated on all undergraduate work.
Degree Requirement: Minimum of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university or the completion of a pre-licensure program with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is required.
Transcripts: Official transcripts are required from all universities and colleges ever attended. Unofficial transcripts from US colleges and universities can be used in the admissions review process in lieu of official transcripts for this program.
Standardized Test Requirements: None are required for this program.
Prerequisite Coursework: 3 credit hours in statistics or biostatistics with a "B" or higher.
Letters of Recommendation: Recommendations from three individuals must be submitted through the application portal.
Resume or CV: Applicants must submit a resume or curriculum vitae within the application portal.
Writing Sample: An essay addressing experience and autobiographical information must be submitted within the application portal.
Licensure: A current active unrestricted license to practice nursing in the State of Georgia or eligibility for a Georgia RN license is required.
International Students: Please review the verification process for international transcripts and the english proficiency requirement.
Nursing Anesthesia has different admissions requirements. Please review the detailed admissions criteria carefully for this concentration.
DNP: Adult Gerontology Acute Care, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric, Psychiatric Mental Health, No Concentration, & Nurse Executive
$5,289*
Estimated total
Full-time / In-State / Per Semester
$441
Tuition Per Hour
$675
Mandatory Fees
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Detailed Program Tuition InformationDNP: Nursing Anesthesia
$9,225*
Estimated total
Full-time / In-State / Per Semester
$769
Tuition Per Hour
$675
Mandatory Fees
View Detailed Program Tuition
*Tuition & Fees listed here are for in-state students enrolling in the university for Fall 2024 semester
Detailed Program Tuition InformationEarly submission of all application materials is strongly advised.
All required application materials and documents must be received in order for an application to be considered complete and before an admission decision can be made. The program does not accept applications after the published application deadline, however the program will continue to accept application materials up to 2 weeks after the application deadline.
The Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) Form I-20 for F-1 student status or Form DS-2019 for Exchange Visitor (J-1) Status cannot be issued by Augusta University for enrollment in this online program per U.S. immigration regulations. Questions? Please email International & Postdoctoral Services Office at ipso@augusta.edu.
Learning Like No Other
A wide variety of concentrations means you follow the career path that excites you.
Clinical hours and community partnerships ensure you’re getting rewarding field experience along with strong academic training.
The program has pathways for registered nurses with a BSN or MSN as well as certified advanced practice nurses with an MSN.
“I think Augusta really taught me how to be a good faculty member, one who gives back and contributes to the holistic mission of the university and the community.”
“This scholarship will assist in covering my daily expenses and enable me to continue my volunteer work, both locally and internationally,” says Evan Boland.
“Learning to communicate and advocate for your research effectively is such an important tool as a researcher and can lead to valuable change,” says Quentin Davis, PhD.
"Giving back to your profession is a lifetime commitment and responsibility,” said Cynthia Chernecky, PhD.