The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is the terminal degree in nursing practice. Our DNP students graduate prepared for the highest level of practice – ready to serve in advanced clinical and leadership positions. They are skilled in translating evidence into practice and in achieving optimal outcomes at the patient, population and system levels. Choose one of 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's five high-demand DNP programs.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø are accredited by the .
Money Magazine recently ranked 51³Ô¹ÏÍø as ! Weighing quality against cost—and considering debt, employment rates, and recent graduate salaries—our program received 4 out of 5 stars!
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This leadership program is designed for students who hold a BSN and MSN or a master's degree in a related field (ex., MPH, MHA, etc.). Learn more about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
Designed for nurses who hold a BSN and have at least one year of acute care experience, our program allows students to complete the majority of coursework online, studying full-time or part-time. Get all the detailed information you're looking for.
This program is designed for nurses who hold a BSN and have at least one year of acute care experience. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
This program is designed for individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes.
This program is designed for individuals who hold a BSN degree. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
The BSN, MSN and DNP programs at 51³Ô¹ÏÍø are and our Nursing Simulation Program is accredited by the .
We have 30+ full-time faculty teaching in the Zvart Onanian School of Nursing, each with a master's degree in a nursing specialty. 20+ Zvart Onanian School of Nursing faculty are doctorally prepared, and many hold national certifications.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø is employing innovative strategies to educate all Rhode Islanders.
51³Ô¹ÏÍø School of Nursing — a regional leader in innovation and simulation.
Rhode Island Nursing Education Center (RINEC) is a Providence-based facility for baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral level nursing instruction for 51³Ô¹ÏÍø's Zvart Onanian School of Nursing and URI's College of Nursing.