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This is where evidence meets practice

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Advance in Nursing Practice

The UW–Madison School of Nursing believes in empowering nurses to lead and innovate. Our Doctor of Nursing Practice program provides the education and resources you need to excel in advanced practice nursing.

Whether you’re interested in leadership, advocacy, or education, our program will help you achieve your goals and make a lasting impact on the health care system.

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100%
of clinical placements arranged for you

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100%
APRN certification pass rates

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#1
DNP program in Wisconsin

Why We Stand Out

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Flexible Program

Designed for adults with busy schedules, our DNP programs can be completed in 2-4 years.

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Personalized Mentorship & Professional Support

Our experienced faculty provide tailored mentorship with diverse, real-world experiences. We foster community building and lasting professional support.

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Global Health

Explore the world while earning clinical practicuum experience and providing care in underserved villages in Belize.

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DNP Graduates in Action

From the start of his nursing career, Michael Matye, DNP’22, RN, was passionate about mental health care, and he knew our DNP program would give him what he needed to succeed.

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