Widely recognized and respected for the quality of its graduates, faculty, and the world-renowned University of Michigan Brand, UM-Flint’s online MSN to DNP – Advanced Practice track is designed for current registered nurses who have earned their MSN degree and certifications such as NP, CNS, CRNA, and CNM.
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This online MSN-DNP program enhances your knowledge in nursing practice and helps you achieve new heights in your career with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Through rigorous study and clinical training, you are equipped to provide exceptional patient care and excel in high-level clinical nursing positions in today’s complex healthcare environment.
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Why Choose UM-Flint’s MSN-DNP Advanced Practice Program?
Flexible Online Format
To accommodate working nurses’ busy schedules, the University of Michigan-Flint’s MSN to DNP program offers an online (distance-learning) format with minimal campus visits.
In addition, reflecting our commitment to student success, UM-Flint’s Nursing faculty make themselves available to students outside the normal course schedule with flexible office hours and online availability.
Result-Driven DNP Degree
UM-Flint’s online MSN to DNP – Advanced Practice program fosters licensed independent practitioners who can make health care decisions and collaborate with other health professionals to provide comprehensive care for individuals, families, and communities in a variety of ambulatory and inpatient settings.
DNP graduates are able to assess patient histories; conduct physical examinations; order, perform, and interpret diagnostic and laboratory tests; prescribe medications, treatments, and therapies; and help patients manage their conditions as well as their health. They are nurse leaders who translate research evidence into clinical practice, contribute to improving patient outcomes, and provide the highest levels of culturally sensitive primary and acute health care services.
World-Class U-M Education
The online MSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Students can be confident that they receive rigorous nursing education and are well prepared to advance their nursing careers at the University of Michigan-Flint.
UM-Flint DNP students also have access to additional resources, expertise, and contacts at our sister campuses in Dearborn and Ann Arbor to assist in their research and other endeavors.
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Online MSN-DNP Advanced Practice Program Curriculum
Taught in an online format, the MSN to DNP degree – Advanced Practice track offers rigorous nursing and leadership education to those who are already Certified Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Midwives, Clinical Nurse Specialists, or Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists.
The MSN to DNP program curriculum includes 30-34 credit hours of coursework. Depending on your background and qualifications, you may be able to waive some courses upon the approval of the Graduate Academic Standards Committee.
On average, the MSN to DNP program – Advanced Practice track takes as little as five semesters to complete. The length of the program can be extended after consultation with the academic advisor. If you are interested in Healthcare Administration, you may also pursue the DNP/MBA dual degree program. You may apply up to 15 specified credits toward both degrees.
Review the MSN to DNP curriculum.
MSN to DNP Online Program – Advanced Practice Track Curriculum
MSN to DNP Degree – Career Outcomes
By advancing from MSN to the terminal degree-Doctor of Nursing Practice, you increase your confidence and credentials to take on clinical leadership roles in the healthcare team. With a focus on advanced practice, you are equipped with expert nursing knowledge and profound clinical experience to make complex medical decisions in various healthcare settings.
The DNP degree also impacts your earning potential. DNP-prepared nurses’ average annual salary reached $126,480, which is 10% higher than the average salary of nurses with MSN degrees.
Effective July 1, 2024, the University of Michigan-Flint will implement new enrollment criteria for programs leading to professional licensure and certifications. Only applicants who are located in a state where the program’s educational requirements are known to be satisfied will be eligible for initial enrollment.
Refer to School of Nursing Statement 2024 for more information.
Admission Requirements
The number of individuals admitted into the online MSN to DNP program is limited. You must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission:
- Master of Science in Nursing (with Advanced Practice Registered Nurse certification) from a regionally accredited institution with an overall undergraduate grade point average of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale
- Current unencumbered license as an APRN
- At least one year of RN experience is preferred
State Authorization for Online Students
In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to be in compliance with the distance education laws of each individual state. If you are an out-of-state student intending to enroll in an online program, please visit the State Authorization page to verify the status of UM-Flint with your state.
How to apply to the MSN to DNP Advanced Practice Online Program
To be considered for admission to the MSN to DNP Advanced Practice online program, submit an online application below. Other materials can be emailed to [email protected] or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs.
- Application for Graduate Admission
- $55 non-refundable application fee (receive a waiver for the application fee by attending one of our webinars)
- A completed supplemental application located within your Applicant Portal
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Please read our full transcript policy for more information.
- UM-Flint transcripts will be obtained automatically
- For any degree completed at a non-US institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read the following for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.
- If English is not your native language, and you are not from an exempt country, you must demonstrate English proficiency.
- Curriculum vitae or résumé
- Copy of current RN license (submit either a license verification printout or a photocopy of your license)
- Copy of certification in the applicant’s advanced practice nursing specialty
- Applicants must provide a letter (on school’s letterhead) or an email from the institution, verifying the number of completed clinical hours in your APRN program
- Professional Goal Statement should be a one-two page typewritten document in APA format, double-spaced.
Please include:- Your reasons for pursuing a DNP, your professional plans and career goals, and why you want to attend UM-Flint
- Your past nursing experiences and how they will prepare you for an advanced nursing degree
- Past achievements in nursing including any professional organization memberships or positions, awards, scholarships, nominations, certifications, committee/project work, or other accomplishments such as scholarly publications
- Your research interests
- Any special circumstances applicable to your application
- Three letters of recommendation are required from any combination of the following sources:
- Faculty from a recent nursing program
- A supervisor in an employment setting
- An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Physician’s Assistant, MD or DO.
- Phone/in-person interview may be required
- Students from abroad must submit additional documentation.
This program is fully online. Admitted students will not be able to obtain a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. Other nonimmigrant visa holders currently in the United States please contact the Center for Global Engagement at [email protected].
Application Deadlines
- Fall (early deadline) – Feb. 1
- Fall (final deadline) – April 1
- Winter – Sept. 20
Enrollment Deposit
If you are selected for admission to the online MSN to DNP program, you are required to pay a $100 enrollment deposit to reserve your seat. The deadline to pay the deposit will be indicated in your letter of admission.
Campus Orientation
If admitted to the program, you must attend an orientation on campus or online before the program begins. The date will be indicated in your letter of admission.
Advising Services for MSN to DNP Students
Do you want to talk to a knowledgeable academic advisor about the online MSN to DNP program? At UM-Flint, we are proud to have many dedicated advisors who can guide your journey toward achieving the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree. Whether you are a prospective student or a current UM-Flint nursing student, you can book an appointment today.
Learn More about UM-Flint’s Online MSN to DNP – Advanced Practice Program
The University of Michigan-Flint’s online MSN to DNP program provides a focus on Advanced Practice to help you increase your impact in healthcare with expert clinical knowledge and leadership skills. Request information, or start your application today!