Psychiatric Mental Health NP

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program admits students once a year. Applications and supplementary materials for admission must be submitted by February 1st for the summer/fall semester admission. Upon review, qualified applicants with completed applications will be scheduled for an interview prior to admission.

Admission Criteria:

Students will be admitted to the program based on enrollment availability, and their ability to meet the following minimum recommended entrance requirements:

• A baccalaureate degree in nursing from a CCNE, CNEA, or ACEN accredited School of Nursing (for Post-Baccalaureate Program).
• A master’s degree in nursing from a CCNE, CNEA, or ACEN accredited School of Nursing (for Post-Master’s Program).
• An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher (post-baccalaureate); a master’s GPA of 3.5 or higher (post-master’s).
• Certification as an APRN (post-master’s)
• Eligible for RN licensure in Delaware
• A letter from Master’s program indicating the number of clinical hours completed.

Admission Requirements

• A written statement of goals and objectives that clearly identifies the applicant’s career goals and how admission to the program will facilitate his or her professional objectives.
• Three letters of recommendation from an academic, employer and/or other professional source, preferably from those holding graduate degrees. All letters of recommendation should be uploaded by each reference person to the Office of Graduate Studies online application website.
• Official results from the TOEFL or IELTS exam taken within the last 2 years (for non- native English speaking applicants only).
• Copy of U.S. Registered Nurse (RN) license(s)
• A curriculum vitae or resume.
• A successful interview with the DNP Program Coordinator and members of the DNP Subcommittee.
• Prior to the students first clinical course they must have completed one year of full time (or the equivalent) work experience as a registered nurse (RN).