About the Online Doctor of Nursing Practice Program
Our DNP program is small and is designed for students who plan to live and practice
in rural communities after they graduate. Because it is small, faculty and students
get to know one another really well, which is both a strength and a rarity with the
plethora of large, online nurse practitioner programs. The predominantly online nature
of our curriculum is designed with the modern learner in mind, offering the flexibility
essential for working students to balance academic pursuits with professional responsibilities.
Additionally, UW’s nurse practitioner program maintains relationships with its alumni,
and many alumni go on to serve as clinical preceptors for our nursing school's students.
UW offers two clinical concentrations through its DNP program:
Concentrations:
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) prepares students to practice primary care across the lifespan of outpatient settings.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) prepares students to offer psychiatric mental health care to a variety of individuals in numerous settings.
Admission Requirements
The nursing faculty at UW seeks individuals who are dedicated to being leaders in
rural primary and mental health care. We admit individuals with varying backgrounds
and experiences who will respect and learn from each other while adhering to the highest
professional standards.
Academic requirements for the DNP program include:
- A minimum of 3.0 GPA
- An earned Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a nationally accredited program or anticipated graduation from a nationally accredited BSN program.
- Active, unencumbered Wyoming RN license. License must be active throughout the duration of the DNP program.
What Can You Do With a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree?
With a DNP, you can step into leadership roles, improve patient care, shape health policy or teach the next generation of nurses. It’s a powerful way to turn your passion for nursing into real impact—whether at the bedside, in the boardroom or the classroom!
A Doctor of Nursing degree is the highest academic achievement possible in nursing. Nurses with a DNP degree are prepared to lead departments and implement effective change in their fields. Aside from leadership positions, a DNP can prepare you for more challenging roles such as a nurse practitioner, nurse anesthetist or nurse midwife.
- Nurse Practitioner
- Nurse Leader
- Nurse Midwife
- Nurse Anesthetist
- Nurse Specialist
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
*The University of Wyoming's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) includes a licensure component for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensing. Each U.S. state has its
own nursing licensing board, and our program aligns with their requirements. Students
must pass one of two exams for eligibility.
- Atrium Health
- Volunteers of America Northern Rockies
- Americas Express Urgent Care
- Central Wyoming Skin Clinic/Medical Skin Care
- Albany County Health Clinic
- Cheyenne Family Medicine
The UW Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing prepares you for almost any advancement you’re seeking in your nursing career and boasts a 100% national NP certification pass rate and nearly 100% employment rate!
“The coursework provides for intensive study in health promotion and preventative health, aligning with my goals. I received my first degree at UW, and the nursing program prepared me as well as the students from big-name schools. UW is a gem, not only in Wyoming but on a much broader scale."
- Sherra St Clair | Class of 2018
