Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
Why choose the ECU College of Nursing for your DNP?
Because our faculty — who maintain their clinical practice and research projects as well as have a wide range of nursing leadership experience — are dedicated to mentoring the next generation of providers and nurse leaders. Plus, we offer:
- Doctorally prepared faculty skilled in practice, teaching, scholarship and service
- A focus on rural, underserved populations
- Personalized faculty mentorship throughout DNP project completion
- Innovative uses of technology
- An interprofessional curriculum that prepares you for the future of health care
- Simulation laboratory and standardized patient experiences to validate didactic learning
- Assistance with clinical site placements
- Options for course electives to augment professional career goals
Other Doctorate Degree Program Options
If you are interested in a research doctorate (PhD) you may be interested in learning about PhD in Nursing
HEAR ABOUT OUR DNP PROGRAM
Accreditation
The Doctor of Nursing Practice and/or post-graduate APRN certificate at East Carolina University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K St., Suite 750 Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Institutional and Professional Licensure Disclosures for Enrolled and Prospective Students
ECU degree programs satisfy the professional licensure and/or certification requirements in North Carolina and prepare students to sit for these exams. However, requirements in other states may be different.
If you are considering a professional license and/or certification please note that at this time ECU may or may not be able to advise whether a program meets requirements outside of North Carolina. Prior to enrolling in a degree program, please discuss this important topic with your program of interest.