Elevate Your Nursing Career to the Highest Level
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Ramapo College’s DNP program equips you to transform nursing practice, sharpen your clinical expertise, and lead with innovation. Elevate patient care and influence healthcare policy with advanced, evidence-based knowledge.
- TOP-QUALITY: ACEN accreditation ensures nursing excellence.
- FLEXIBLE: Tailored for busy full-time and part-time professionals.
- LEADERSHIP FOCUS: Develop skills to lead in healthcare.
Why Choose Ramapo?
Top Public College in NJ
Ramapo College of New Jersey is recognized as the #1 public institution in N.J. by College Choice.
STATE OF THE ART LABS
Gain hands-on experience with advanced medical technology in cutting-edge labs.
1-ON-1 ATTENTION
Get personalized 1-on-1 attention with mentorship focused on your success!
What You’ll Learn
Building on the academic, clinical, and programmatic strengths of Ramapo’s BSN and MSN programs, the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program focuses heavily on innovative, evidence-based practice.
DNP-prepared nurses are fully equipped to apply the research developed by nurses with PhDs, DNSc, and other research-focused doctorates.
The DNP curriculum builds on traditional master’s programs by providing education in evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and systems leadership, among other key areas. Courses include:
- Leadership and Organizational Systems
- Health Care Economics and Finance
- Epidemiology and Population Health
- Evidence Based Practice Intervention Implementation
- Health Policy Leadership
How a DNP Degree Can Benefit You
Leadership Opportunities
A DNP degree equips you to lead healthcare organizations and shape policy decisions, helping to improve health outcomes for individuals, populations, and systems.
Increase Your Earnings
Earning a DNP boosts your professional credibility, opens doors to senior leadership roles, and can lead to higher salaries with advanced skills and expertise.
Personal Growth
A DNP deepens your knowledge and empowers you to make a real impact—elevating the quality of care you provide to both individual patients and entire communities.
FAQs
How can a DNP degree from Ramapo enhance my leadership opportunities?
A DNP degree equips you with advanced leadership skills, preparing you to take on senior roles in healthcare organizations and influence policy decisions that drive positive health outcomes.
How does a DNP degree improve my clinical expertise?
The DNP program focuses on evidence-based practices, helping you develop advanced clinical skills that improve patient care, optimize health outcomes and lead to better decision-making in healthcare settings.
How long does the DNP program take to complete?
The DNP program takes three years to complete part-time.
Can I attend full-time?
No, the program is only offered in a part-time format.
What is the delivery format?
DNP courses are delivered in a hybrid format. Most work is completed online, and a few in-person meetings are required every semester.
Do I need to have my MSN before applying?
Yes, the DNP is a post-master program requiring students to have earned their MSN.