EARN YOUR BSN TO DNP ONLINE
The BSN to DNP online program at Morningside University’s Nylen School of Nursing is built for working nurses who want to earn a nurse practitioner doctorate through one seamless, continuous pathway without stopping for your masters. Explore the tracks below to find your best fit.
Program Details
CREDITS
63-73
COST PER CREDIT
825
COURSE FORMAT
Online
COURSES
The AGACNP Doctor of Nursing Practice track builds the advanced clinical knowledge and skills needed to care for adults and older adults with acute, chronic, or critical illness. This 72-credit-hour track builds the advanced clinical judgment and evidence-based skills you need to assess, diagnose, and manage patients across acute inpatient, urgent care, emergency, trauma, and critical care settings. You’ll combine clinical and practicum hours with two on-campus residencies, where hands-on skills labs help you put theory into practice and grow with the support of expert faculty. Students will complete 1000 clinical hours. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for national certification as an Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). For course information, check out the Morningside University course catalog.
The AGNP Doctor of Nursing Practice program is centered on primary care for adults and older adults across the lifespan. This 72-credit-hour track focuses on the unique needs of the aging population, building the advanced skills you’ll use to conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat acute illnesses and injuries, and manage chronic health conditions. Through the Nylen School of Nursing, you’ll combine clinical and practicum hours with two on-site residencies, where hands-on practice and the support of expert faculty help you grow into your role with confidence. Students will complete 1000 clinical hours. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for national certification as an Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). For course information, check out the Morningside University course catalog.
The CNL Doctor of Nursing Practice track builds the advanced clinical, leadership, and communication skills nurses need to lead care teams and improve patient outcomes. This 63-credit-hour track is grounded in evidence-based practice and real-world application, this track strengthens your clinical expertise and prepares you to guide quality improvement across diverse healthcare settings. Students will complete 1000 clinical hours. Through the Nylen School of Nursing, you’ll also gain the foundation to step into educator roles, supporting staff development and mentoring the next generation of nurses. The result is a versatile skill set that opens doors as a clinical nurse leader, nurse educator, or leader in practice and academia. For course information, check out the Morningside University course catalog.
The FNP Doctor of Nursing Practice track focuses on compassionate, evidence-based primary care for individuals and families across the lifespan. This 73-credit-hour track builds the advanced clinical knowledge and skills you’ll use to assess risk, coordinate and integrate care, and lead efforts that transform community health. Through the Nylen School of Nursing, you’ll combine clinical and practicum hours with two on-site residencies, where hands-on practice and the support of expert faculty help you grow your leadership, communication, and evidence-based practice skills. Students will complete 1000 clinical hours. Upon completion, you’ll be eligible for national certification as a Family Primary Care Nurse Practitioner through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP). For course information, check out the Morningside University course catalog.
Additional Program Details
The Nylen School of Nursing at Morningside University offers pathways for everyone, from entry-level to advanced practice. Our flexible programs combine classroom learning, high-fidelity simulations, and clinical experiences to prepare you for a compassionate and competent nursing career.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS & FINANCIAL AID
Our BSN – DNP program allows you to build on your existing career in the medical and nursing field while continuing to work while in our program. Our professional faculty provide practical, learning in an online environment that offers you great flexibility at a pace that works for you and your schedule. Review the admissions requirements below and check to see if you reside within an NC-SARA member state. To apply, you must have:
- Complete the admissions application.
- Bachelor’s degree with a major in nursing or a Bachelor’s degree in another field with an Associate Degree in nursing from an accredited institution with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better on a 4.0 scale. (If undergraduate cumulative GPA is below a 3.0, conditional acceptance may be granted).
- Valid RN license in Iowa or state participating in the licensure compact. For applicants with non-compact R.N. license contact the Dean of Nursing for state approval status. A new BSN graduate may be accepted into the graduate program for one semester while obtaining an RN license.
- Completed Morningside University Graduate Nursing Application.
- Official academic transcripts from all prior undergraduate and graduate programs previously attended where degrees were awarded.
- Two professional and/or academic letters of recommendation.
- Professional Goal Essay that includes your area of interest and how graduate education will help you achieve your professional goals. Describe how your professional history such as your practice and leadership experience has prepared you for graduate studies (500 words or less).
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae.
- Background checks are required for nursing students by the Iowa Board of Nursing [see the Iowa Administrative Code 655-2.13(152) Student criminal history checks].
Direct Admission
Morningside University Nursing alumni who graduated in good academic standing are eligible for Direct Admission status into any Graduate Nursing Program track (MSN/DNP). Direct Admission is valid as long as the applicant applies to a track/program within three years from completing a prior degree/certificate. In the case of Direct Admissions, the applicant must submit the following. The application fee will be waived.
- Completed Morningside University Graduate Nursing Application.
- Valid R.N. license in Iowa or state participating in the licensure compact. For applicants with non-compact R.N. license contact the Dean of Nursing for state approval status.
- Résumé or Curriculum Vitae.
- Official academic transcripts from all university/colleges previously attended where a degree was awarded. If only attended Morningside University for BSN, the college has transcripts on file.
- Background checks are required for nursing students by the Iowa Board of Nursing [see the Iowa Administrative Code 655-2.13(152) Student criminal history checks].
Iowa Administrative Code 655–2.10(152) details that students and prospective students may not take nursing courses with a clinical or practicum component by a person: 1) who has been denied licensure by the board; 2) whose license is currently suspended, surrendered, or revoked in any U.S. jurisdiction; or 3) whose license is currently suspended, surrendered, or revoked in another country due to disciplinary action. Individuals seeking enrollment or currently enrolled in nursing programs who are not eligible to take a course with a clinical component because of disciplinary action in any state should contact the Iowa Board of Nursing Enforcement Unit at (515) 281-6472 as soon as possible. Individuals not eligible to take a clinical or practicum component will not be admitted to the nursing program or allowed to progress in the curriculum.
Admission Fees
- Required background check $45.00
- Compliance tracking service $35
Course Fees
- NURS 524 class fee $175.00
- HIPAA training – annually $23.00
- OSHA training – annually $23.00
Additional Fees
- Graduate Nursing Technology fee $235 per term (fall and spring)
- Any clinical site-specific requirements (e.g. drug testing) at the student’s expense
- Graduation fee $150.00
- Transcript fee $10.00 (Express mail $50.00)
Textbook and/or technology learning resource cost estimates are not listed. Many textbooks are used throughout the nursing curriculum. Nursing textbooks/technology learning resources usually average $600-800 per semester.
Students enrolled in at least 5 credit hours per term are eligible for the following resources. All students must meet satisfactory academic progress standards in order to maintain their aid.
Loan Forgiveness
Rural Iowa Primary Care Loan Repayment Program
Health Professional Recruitment Program
Health Care Loan Repayment Program
Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness, Cancellation, or Discharge
Professional Licensure Disclosure
The Morningside University Nylen School of Nursing and Health Science has investigated the general requirements for licensure in each state and territory. Morningside University Nylen School of Nursing and Health Science baccalaureate and graduate program have full approval from the Iowa Board of Nursing.
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