Online MSN to DNP

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Have you completed a Master of Science in Nursing degree?*

LEARN TO LEAD IN THE SPIRIT OF ALOHA.

Nurses are passionate, dedicated caregivers and can apply these invaluable attributes in nurse leadership opportunities. Beyond medical experience you will be required to understand health policy, business, finance, technology, leadership, and leadership systems to succeed in these roles.

Hawai‘i Pacific University’s 100% online MSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice program covers all the relevant leadership topics, while also teaching you to lead in the spirit of aloha — kindness, grace, unity, humility, and patience. At HPU, you will gain a deeper understanding of transcultural care, preparing you to serve every person and community.

100% online coursework with mobile-friendly delivery

Small classes with accessible faculty who care about your success and well-being

Earn your MSN to DNP in as few as 20 months

Dedicated student support from first contact through graduation

Diverse network of students representing 50 states and 65 countries

Transfer up to 12 credits

WITH A DNP FROM HPU, YOU CAN:

Prepare for career advancement and increase your earning potential
Learn to use the latest research to make informed decisions about healthcare management
Build a solid foundation in health informatics
Strengthen your understanding of health policy and policy creation
Advance your understanding of transcultural care delivery

TOP

Recognized as one of the top Regional Universities in the West by U.S. News & World Report

TOP 8%

Ranked among the top 8% of private universities for graduates’ income mobility for 2017 (New York Times)

BEST

Named the Best Online College in Hawai‘i for return on investment (OnlineU, 2020)

WASC

Accredited by the Senior College and University Commission of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC/WSCUC)

CCNE

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, post-graduate APRN certificate program, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Hawai‘i Pacific University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).