DNP Programs in Delaware

The University of Delaware's Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner DNP program offers a hybrid learning format. Over 3-5 years, students gain specialized pediatric care expertise, focusing on population health improvement. This CCNE-accredited program boasts a 100% board pass rate, combining online flexibility with immersive learning and a competitive $1,069 per credit tuition.

• 100% Online with Clinical Placements
• Advanced Pediatric Care Focus
• $1,069 per Credit Tuition
• 3-5 Year Completion Options
• CCNE Accredited Program
• Practice Doctoral Degree
• 100% Board Pass Rate
• Comprehensive Clinical Training
• Population Health Emphasis
• Expert Faculty Mentorship

University of Delaware's online DNP program offers various APRN specializations, including Family, Adult-Gerontology, Psychiatric-Mental Health, Pediatric Primary Care, and Adult Gerontology Acute Care. This flexible program, with a competitive tuition of $1,069 per credit and Dean's Scholarship opportunities, emphasizes population health and evidence-based practice. No GRE is required, and the program can be completed in 3-5 years.

• 100% Online Program
• Multiple Advanced Practice Tracks
• $1,069/credit Tuition Rate
• 3-5 Year Completion Options
• 100% Clinical Placement Support
• Population Health Focus
• Evidence-Based Practice Emphasis
• No GRE Required
• CCNE Accredited Program
• Occasional Campus Immersion

The University of Delaware's hybrid DNP program, specializing in Family Nurse Practitioner, focuses on primary care across the lifespan. This 81-credit program includes 1,120 practical hours, preparing graduates for leadership roles in integrated healthcare. A minimum 3.0 GPA and one year of RN experience are required for this CCNE-accredited program.

• 81 total credit hours
• 1,120 clinical training hours
• Primary care across lifespan
• Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options
• 3.0/3.5 minimum GPA requirement
• One year RN experience required
• CCNE accredited program

University of Delaware's hybrid DNP program in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner prepares students for lifespan mental healthcare. The 81-credit curriculum, including 1008 clinical hours, emphasizes psychotherapy, medication management, and evidence-based practices. Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options are available. Requires an interview for admission.

• 81 total credit hours
• 1008 clinical training hours
• Hybrid delivery model
• Psychotherapy and medication management
• Lifespan mental health focus
• Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
• Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options
• CCNE accredited program
• Interview required for admission
• Washington State approved

The University of Delaware's hybrid Adult-Gerontology Primary Care DNP program prepares experienced nurses for specialized care of adults aged 18+. This program focuses on health promotion, disease prevention, and interdisciplinary care, equipping graduates to address complex health challenges in diverse settings. The program requires 81 credit hours and 1120 clinical hours.

• 81 total credit hours
• 1120 clinical training hours
• Specialized adult/elderly care focus
• Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options
• Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
• Delaware RN licensure required
• One year nursing experience
• Interdisciplinary healthcare preparation

The University of Delaware offers an online DNP with a Family Nurse Practitioner concentration. This 81-credit program emphasizes primary care across the lifespan, focusing on acute and chronic illness management and health promotion. Requiring one year of RN experience and a minimum 3.0 GPA, the program prepares graduates for leadership in integrated healthcare delivery.

• 81 credit hours total
• 1120 clinical training hours
• Comprehensive primary care focus
• Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options
• Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
• CCNE/CNEA/ACEN accredited program
• Interview required for admission
• RN licensure in Delaware
• One year nursing experience required

The University of Delaware's online Adult-Gerontology Primary Care DNP program offers advanced clinical training for experienced nurses. This program focuses on the health needs of adult and geriatric populations, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention, and leadership. The 81-credit curriculum includes 1120 clinical hours and prepares graduates for interdisciplinary care.

• 81 credit hours total
• 1120 clinical training hours
• Prepares primary care practitioners
• Focuses on adult/elderly health
• Minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA
• Post-baccalaureate and post-master's options
• CCNE/CNEA/ACEN accredited
• Interdisciplinary healthcare approach
• Advanced clinical skill development

Wilmington University's DNP with Nurse Educator Certificate represents an advanced nursing program tailored for master's-prepared professionals seeking comprehensive educational and clinical leadership development. The 48-63 credit curriculum strategically blends theoretical knowledge with practical skills, emphasizing evidence-based practice and innovative healthcare approaches. Students gain expertise in instructional strategies, healthcare systems navigation, and advanced clinical leadership. The program uniquely positions graduates to excel in both academic and clinical settings, offering flexible concentration options and extensive practical experience through 500-1000 practice hours.

• DNP with Nurse Educator Certificate
• 48-63 total credit hours
• Two concentration options
• Advanced Practice and Leadership tracks
• 500-1000 practice experience hours
• Dual application required
• Post-masters level program
• Multiple nurse educator courses
• Clinically focused doctoral degree
• Evidence-based practice emphasis

Wilmington University's DNP Leadership program delivers a dynamic online educational pathway designed for nurses aspiring to high-level management roles. This comprehensive 28-month curriculum integrates advanced clinical skills, health policy understanding, and strategic leadership development. Students benefit from flexible learning modalities, including 100% online and hybrid options with multiple annual cohort starts. The program's robust framework covers 12-16 courses, emphasizing informatics, population health, and transformative leadership strategies. Graduates emerge equipped with doctoral-level expertise to drive meaningful healthcare innovations and organizational change.

• 100% online or hybrid options
• Leadership and Advanced Practice tracks
• $2,139 per course
• CCNE accredited program
• 12-16 courses, 28 months
• 1000-1500 practice hours
• Multiple pathway options
• Doctoral-prepared faculty
• Flexible cohort start dates

This innovative dual-track DNP program specializing in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification offers master's-prepared nurses an advanced pathway to comprehensive mental healthcare expertise. The 60-credit online curriculum meticulously prepares practitioners to deliver holistic patient care across diverse age groups. Emphasizing evidence-based practice and healthcare policy, students complete 700 clinical hours while developing advanced clinical skills. The program strategically positions graduates for national certification, leadership roles, and transformative patient care approaches in complex mental health environments.

• Online dual-degree program
• 60 total credit hours
• 700 clinical hours
• National certification eligible
• Master's degree required
• Advanced clinical training
• Leadership skill development
• Evidence-based curriculum
• Two separate applications