DNP Programs in Oregon

Oregon Health & Science University's Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Dual D.N.P. program offers a transformative three-year hybrid pathway specializing in primary and acute pediatric care. Designed for ambitious nurses, the curriculum spans children's health from birth to 21 years, providing comprehensive training at nationally recognized children's hospitals. Students gain advanced clinical skills through flexible online coursework and intensive practicum experiences. The program uniquely prepares practitioners for dual certification, emphasizing high-quality pediatric healthcare delivery. With competitive tuition, scholarship opportunities, and a robust 3.0 GPA requirement, graduates emerge as expertly trained pediatric specialists ready to address complex childhood health challenges.

• Dual Primary and Acute Care Track
• Three-year Hybrid Program
• 111 Total Credit Requirement
• 25 Practicum Course Credits
• 7 D.N.P. Project Course Credits
• Out-of-State Clinical Options
• Tuition: $699 Resident/Resident
• 3.0 GPA Admission Requirement

OHSU's Post-Master's Doctor of Nursing Practice offers a dynamic online program tailored for advanced practice registered nurses seeking career elevation. This comprehensive two-to-four-year doctoral pathway combines sophisticated coursework with personalized faculty mentorship, enabling working professionals to advance clinical expertise without disrupting professional commitments. Designed for licensed APRNs, the program features a competitive per-credit cost, flexible practicum experiences, and an intimate 1:15 student-teacher ratio. With a minimum 3.0 GPA requirement and current APRN licensure, students can transform their professional trajectory through this strategically structured doctoral program.

• Fully online doctoral program
• Two to four year completion
• 46 total credit requirements
• 1:15 teacher-student ratio
• Flexible practicum experiences
• $687 per credit for residents
• Minimum 3.0 GPA required
• Current APRN license needed

OHSU's Family Nurse Practitioner Doctor of Nursing Practice program delivers comprehensive training in family-centered healthcare. This innovative three-year hybrid curriculum spans 115 credits, incorporating 1,000 clinical hours and emphasizing evidence-based practice, leadership, and advanced clinical reasoning. With no GRE requirement and a minimum 3.0 GPA prerequisite, the program prepares nurses to provide holistic primary care across patient lifespans. Students benefit from flexible learning formats, rigorous academic preparation, and extensive practical training, positioning graduates as highly skilled primary care providers equipped to address complex healthcare challenges with compassion and expertise.

• 3-year Doctor of Nursing Practice
• 115 total program credits
• 1,000 clinical practice hours
• No GRE required
• Minimum 3.0 GPA
• RN license prerequisite
• Hybrid program format
• Evidence-based curriculum
• Advanced clinical reasoning focus
• Comprehensive primary care training

OHSU's Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program provides an intensive three-year doctoral pathway for advanced nursing professionals. Focused on comprehensive mental health training, students develop profound expertise in psychotherapy and psychopharmacology through over 1,000 clinical hours across diverse healthcare settings. The hybrid program offers flexible learning, multiple campus options, and a competitive 1:15 student-teacher ratio. With scholarship opportunities and a focus on evidence-based, compassionate care, graduates emerge as skilled practitioners prepared to address complex psychological challenges across patient lifespans, with strong certification exam pass rates.

• 3-year Doctor of Nursing Practice
• 1,000+ clinical practice hours
• Flexible online/hybrid learning
• Multiple campus options
• High certification exam pass rate
• Small 1:15 student-teacher ratio
• Statewide Oregon program access
• Diverse clinical placement settings

OHSU's nationally ranked Nurse-Midwifery Doctor of Nursing Practice offers a transformative three-year program preparing advanced practice nurses for comprehensive reproductive healthcare. Ranked second nationally, the curriculum provides over 1,000 supervised clinical hours, extensive training in prenatal care, childbirth, and gynecologic services, including specialized ultrasound techniques. With competitive tuition and robust scholarship opportunities, students develop independent practice skills, strong leadership capabilities, and deep policy understanding. Graduates emerge as holistic women's health practitioners, equipped with CCNE and ACME accreditation and extensive clinical placement support.

• 1,000+ clinical training hours
• Independent practice in Oregon
• Ultrasound training included
• 3.0 GPA admission requirement
• 116 total credits needed
• Expert faculty mentorship
• Clinical placements provided
• CCNE and ACME accredited

OHSU's Doctor of Nursing Practice with Family Nurse Practitioner concentration delivers a comprehensive three-year hybrid program preparing advanced nursing professionals for primary care excellence. The curriculum integrates advanced pharmacology, pathophysiology, and clinical practice, emphasizing patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings. With small class sizes, high certification exam pass rates, and statewide distance learning options, students benefit from flexible, high-quality education. The program offers robust clinical placement support, competitive tuition, and scholarship opportunities, positioning graduates as skilled, adaptable primary care providers ready to meet complex healthcare challenges.

• Three-year DNP program
• Hybrid learning format
• Diverse clinical opportunities
• Small class sizes
• High certification exam pass rate
• Statewide distance learning
• 1:3 faculty-to-student ratio
• Clinical placements arranged
• Multiple campus options
• 3.0 minimum GPA required

University of Portland's Doctor of Nursing Practice with Family Nurse Practitioner concentration stands out as an innovative 3-year program designed for healthcare professionals seeking advanced practice capabilities. Leveraging a hybrid learning model, students engage in online coursework complemented by monthly on-campus immersions, enabling seamless professional development. The curriculum emphasizes comprehensive patient care, spanning diagnostic skills, health management, and wellness promotion across diverse patient populations. With a strong focus on Family Nurse Practitioner specialization, graduates receive extensive preparation for national certification, positioning them for independent clinical practice and leadership roles in complex healthcare environments.

• 72-credit DNP program
• Hybrid learning format
• 3-year full-time study
• National certification preparation
• Independent practice focus

The University of Portland's DNP program delivers a robust educational pathway for aspiring Family Nurse Practitioners seeking comprehensive clinical training. Integrating 900 hours of direct clinical experience with a hybrid learning format, students develop advanced practice skills through innovative curriculum design. The program distinguishes itself by emphasizing integrative health principles, leadership development, and social justice-oriented healthcare approaches. Graduates emerge prepared to address health disparities with cultural humility, equipped with the knowledge and credentials necessary for national certification and independent practice across diverse healthcare settings.

• 72-credit hybrid program
• 900 hours clinical experience
• Online with monthly immersions
• National certification preparation
• Focus on integrative health
• Independent practice skills
• Leadership in healthcare systems
• Social justice oriented

George Fox University's CRNA-focused Doctor of Nursing Practice program provides an intensive three-year hybrid pathway designed to address Oregon's critical anesthesia care provider shortage. Spanning 90 semester credit hours at $1,800 per credit, the program integrates advanced clinical training with personalized mentorship and cutting-edge simulation experiences. Students engage in Oregon-based clinical rotations, preparing to meet 2025 doctoral education standards while developing expertise in specialized anesthesia care. The program strategically targets rural healthcare needs, offering a comprehensive curriculum that balances theoretical knowledge with hands-on clinical preparation.

• 3-year hybrid DNP program
• 90 semester credit hours
• $1,800 per credit hour
• 25-30 students per cohort
• Oregon-based clinical rotations
• Advanced simulation facilities
• Interprofessional learning experiences
• Mentorship-focused curriculum
• Prepares for 2025 doctoral standards

George Fox University's upcoming Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP program represents an innovative approach to addressing mental healthcare gaps, particularly in rural Oregon communities. Launching in 2028, the program will leverage state-of-the-art simulation facilities to provide comprehensive advanced practice nurse training. Located in Newberg, the curriculum emphasizes servant leadership and holistic mental health care delivery. Students will receive intensive preparation to become highly skilled practitioners capable of addressing complex mental health challenges in underserved regions, reflecting the university's commitment to transformative healthcare education.

• DNP Program Launching 2028
• Rural Community Healthcare Focus
• State-of-the-Art Simulation Facility
• Advanced Practice Nurse Training
• Located in Newberg, Oregon