Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree/Family Nurse Practitioner (Post-Bachelor's)

Earn your DNP - Become an FNP

Limited-Residency | 32 Months | Clinical Doctorate & Certification

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MORE ABOUT THE DNP/FNP PROGRAM

AN APPLICANT MUST :

  • Hold an entry-level nursing degree from an accredited institution (or foreign equivalent)
  • Have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA
  • Have at least one year of clinical experience (preferred)
  • Hold a current unencumbered RN license in your state of residence
  • Submit a resume/CV
  • Submit two letters of recommendation

 

 

HOW TO APPLY:

OPTION 1

  1. Online Application
    1.  The statement of professional goals, on the application, should include current intellectual and professional interests and personal  motivations as to why the student is applying to the degree program
    2.  Resume/CV. (Include detailed employment history, career history, extracurricular activities, etc.)
    3.  Two letters of recommendation (ideally from a former or current supervisor or professional colleague who is able to comment on your ability to apply evidence in practice)
  2. Official transcripts from each prior undergraduate and graduate institution from which a degree was earned
  3. Copy of current United States healthcare license or certification in the appropriate area of practice (if you are a Family Nurse Practitioner, please include a copy of your FNP license)
  4. Non-refundable application fee

OPTION 2

Complete an application through the Centralized Application Service for Nursing Programs (NursingCAS).

Admissions Disclosures:

 

1. Admission is limited and selective. All completed applications will be considered for admission.  All applicants must demonstrate a previous record of successful academic achievement, clinical experience, and the motivation to pursue graduate-level education.

2. Application materials can be emailed or mailed. Official transcripts may be mailed or emailed. Official transcripts must originate from the institution’s Registrar Office. Any transcripts emailed from the applicant will be considered unofficial.

3. Full Disclosure Requirement: Incomplete or falsified admission information constitutes grounds for a refusal to admit or immediate dismissal, loss of credit, and forfeiture of all tuition and fees paid.

4. Confidentiality: Admissions materials received by the University are kept in strict confidence. Once the application materials are received, these materials are the property of the University and will not be returned to the applicant. All applicant materials are kept for one year following receipt if the applicant does not enroll.

Tuition

ProgramSemestersCost Per CreditMinimum CreditsTotal TuitionUniversity Resource Fee (per semester)Program Specific FeesAdditional Information
Master of Occupational Therapy (MOT)Six Semesters (24 months)$87568$59,500$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,397
Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)Seven Semesters (28 months)$1,047114$119,358$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$9,128

*Up to 15 credits. No additional charge above 15 credits.

Please refer to the MPAS program’s Program Costs policy for full details on tuition, fees, and other expenses.

Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MHC)/Master of Science in School Counseling (SC)Seven Semesters (28 months)$72060$43,200$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$700

*Program requires student to complete 2 elective courses (6 credits total). Elective options are offered with variable timing and should be discussed with program advisor.

Dual‐degree program option exists: Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Masters of Science in School Counseling. This dual-degree option requires student to complete an additional 12 credits (72 credits total). This extends the program to 9 semesters or 36 months.

*Dual‐degree program requires student to complete 1 elective course (3 credits total). Elective options are offered with variable timing and should be discussed with program advisor.

Dual Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MHC) & Master of Science in School Counseling (SC)Nine Semesters (36 months)$72072$51,840$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$900

Dual‐degree program option exists: Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Masters of Science in School Counseling. This dual-degree option requires student to complete an additional 12 credits (72 credits total). This extends the program to 9 semesters or 36 months.

*Dual‐degree program requires student to complete 1 elective course (3 credits total). Elective options are offered with variable timing and should be discussed with program advisor.

Master of Science in Health Science (MSHS)Five or Six Semesters (20 - 24 months depending on curriculum choice)$59030$17,700$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$1,200
($1,770 Optional)
Master of Science in Medical Speech-Language Pathology (MS MedSLP)Six Semesters (24 months)$91069$62,790$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,956

Always refer to your curriculum schedule for the most up-to-date tuition payment schedule.

Students choose elective courses, with variable credit loads. At least 6 elective credits required.

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP)Five Semesters (20 months)$96750$48,350$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,400

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner and Emergency Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP/ENP)Six Semesters (24 months)$1,03465$67,210$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$6,900

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720, FNP 730, ENP 712, ENP 722 & ENP 732) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

***Note: ENP Course Fees are $200 per ENP credit per semester, and cover ultrasound sim, EKG sim, and all disposable supplies.

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practicioner (MSN-FNP/PMHNP)Six Semesters (24 months)$96777$74,459$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$3,900

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720, FNP 730, PMH 708, PMH 718 & PMH 728) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Master of Science in Nursing - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practicioner (MSN-PMHNP)Five Semesters (20 months)$96759$57,053$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$1,500

*Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (PMH 708, PMH 718 & PMH 728) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Tuition will vary depending on transfer credit awarded.

Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc)Four or Five Semesters (16 - 20 months depending on curriculum choice)$78536$28,260$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)

$509

(If applicable)
*Students in the Healthcare Leadership and Administration concentration track and bachelor’s-prepared students who take theHLA 620 course will have a course fee of $115 for the HLA 620 course, which will be used to purchase a validated emotional intelligence assessment report.

*Students in the Psychiatry concentration track will have a course fee of $200 for the PMH 790 course and a course fee of $200 for the PMH 795 course.

Students in the DMSc program (regardless of concentration track) choose between two curriculum models to complete the 36 credit hours: the Integrated Model and the Phased Model. Both curriculum models are designed so PA clinicians, educators, and administrators can continue professional work obligations while completing this degree. In the Integrated Model, students complete the practicum and applied scholarly project courses concurrently with the other didacticcourses. Students may complete the Integrated Model in as little as four semesters. In the Phased Model, students complete the didactic courses before completing the practicum and applied scholarly project courses. Students may complete the Phased Model in as little as five semesters.

PAs with bachelor’s degrees who have not previously completed a master’s or doctoral degree may enroll in the DMSc program and will be required to successfully complete the following additional courses that are offered by Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions:

HS 504 Research Methods (3 credits)

ACP 730 Population Health Issues -OR-HLA 620 Healthcare

Leadership (3 credits)

Doctor of Nursing Practice- Family Nurse Practitioner (Post- Baccalaureate) (DNP/FNP)Eight Semesters (32 months)$96780$77,360$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$4,400

*Note: Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

***Scholarly Project Fee applied in semester 8 when completing project.

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) (Post-Master’s)Four Semesters (16 months)$96747$45,449$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,000
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Entry‐LevelNine Semesters (36 months)$875105$91,875$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,497
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (pOTD) Post‐ProfessionalFour Semesters (16 months)$96030$28,800$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$1,750
Doctor of Optometry (OD)Eleven Semesters (45 months)$999185$184,815$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$7,701
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Health SciencesNine Didactic Semesters and minimum of Three Dissertation Semesters (48 months)$95470$66,780$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$3,150
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)Eight Semesters (32 months)$878129$113,262$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$1,805
Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLPD)Seven Semesters (28 months)$99640$39,840$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,574 *Students in the SLPD program who take the HLA 620 course will have a course fee of $109, which will be used to purchase a validated emotional intelligence assessment report.
Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy (tDPT)Three or Four Semesters (12 - 16 months depending on curriculum choice)$95824$22,992$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Emergency & Primary Care in Athletic Training Practice Certificate (EPCAT)$4509$4,050$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Emergency Nurse Practitioner (ENPC) Certificate (Post-Master's)Three Semesters (12 months)$1,17315$17,595$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$4,500

*Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (ENP 712, ENP 722 & ENP 732) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

**Note: ENP Course Fees are $200 per ENP credit per semester, and cover ultrasound sim, EKG sim, and all disposable supplies.

Family Nurse Practitioner (FNPC) Certificate (Post-Master's)Four Semesters (16 months)$96730$29,010$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$2,400

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate/Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (FNPC/PMHNPC)Five Semesters (20 months)$96757$55,119$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$3,900

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720, FNP 730, PMH 708, PMH 718 & PMH 728) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Family Nurse Practitioner/Emergency Nurse Practitioner (FNPC/ENPC) Certificate (Post-Master's)Five Semesters (20 months)$1,03445$46,530$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$6,900

*Note: FNP Lab Fees are $300 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720 & FNP 730), and will cover all program materials for onsite skills labs and use of onsite lab facilities.

**Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (FNP 710, FNP 720, FNP 730, ENP 712, ENP 722 & ENP 732) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

***Note: ENP Course Fees are $200 per ENP credit per semester, and cover ultrasound sim, EKG sim, and all disposable supplies.

Functional Nutrition Certificate (FNC)$45012$5,400$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Health & Wellness Coaching Certificate (HWC)$4506$2,700$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Healthcare Leadership and Administration Certificate (HLA)$45012$5,400$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Healthcare Professions Education Certificate (HPE)$45012$5,400$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Human & Sport Performance Certificate (HSPC)$45012$5,400
Mental Health Counseling Certificate & School Counseling Certificate (MHCC)(SCC)$72015-21$10,800 - $15,120$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0Note: "The credit amount for this program is dependent on an evaluation of your master's transcript from the program. For more information, please contact the admissions office at admissions@rm.edu."
Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Certificates$5009$4,500$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate (Post-Graduate Certificate in Psychiatric/Mental Health)Four Semesters (16 months)$96739$37,713$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$1,500

*Note: Preceptor Fees are $500 per clinical course (PMH 708, PMH 718 & PMH 728) and are used to compensate each hosting preceptor.

Tuition will vary depending on transfer credit awarded.

Psychiatry Certificate (for PA clinicians)$45015$6,750$39 per credit (Up to 15 credits per semester)$0
Rehabilitation Science Certificate (RSC)$45012$5,400

FAQ’s

Is this program completely online?

Our limited-residency program is 100% online for the first 3 semesters (the first year). During semesters 4 through 8 there is one onsite visit per semester for 3 to 5 consecutive days. In semesters 7 and 8 you will complete your scholarly project (allowing you to become a content expert in an area of your choice).

Can I enroll in this program if I already have an MSN?

Yes! We have students that choose to enroll in our post-bachelor’s DNP/FNP program because they are able to earn both their DNP and FNP in only about 2.5 years.

Do most of your students continue to work as a nurse during the program?

Yes! Our program is designed for the working professional. The majority of students continue to work throughout the program.

Do I have to attend the onsite visits?

Yes, attendance is required for onsite instruction.

When do clinicals start?

You’ll begin clinical contact hours during your second year of the program. Clinicals last from semesters 4 to 8. You’ll work with populations all across the lifespan, with a different focus each semester.

Will the program find my preceptors for me?

In our program, you are ultimately in charge of securing your own preceptors for the required 750 clinical contact hours. This allows you to build your professional network and complete these hours within your own community. However, the nursing program provides a step-by-step process and strategies to assist you in finding clinical preceptors.

PROGRAM ACCREDITATION

The Doctor of Nursing Practice programs and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791 (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

UNIVERSITY ACCREDITATION

Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (8060 165th Avenue NE Ste 100, Redmond, WA 98052-3981), an institutional accrediting body recognized by the Secretary of the US Department of Education.

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