School of Nursing & Health Innovations

Graduate Programs

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Doctorate Degree

Applications open October 1, 2025 for a summer 2026 entry.

We are pleased to announce that the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program will begin accepting applications for Summer 2026 entry. The application cycle opens on October 1, 2025. For questions about the program or admissions process, please email Joy Moceri, Graduate Program Director at joymoceri@up.edu

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program is designed to develop leaders who are able to expand their impact on the health of society by improving quality of care, patient outcomes, and health policy. UP's program features an integrative health perspective, which prepares graduates as holistic practitioners.

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