Program Overview
School of Nursing 2025–2026
The School of Nursing at Yale University offers various programs, including the Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) Programs.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) Programs
The D.N.P. Programs are designed to provide advanced education in nursing practice. The programs have the following aims and assumptions:
- Aims: The D.N.P. Programs aim to prepare advanced practice nurses who can provide high-quality patient care and lead healthcare teams.
- Assumptions: The programs assume that students have a strong foundation in nursing practice and are committed to advancing their knowledge and skills.
Admission Requirements
To be admitted to the D.N.P. Programs, students must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a master's degree in nursing or a related field
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
- Provide transcripts and letters of recommendation
- Pass a background check
Application Procedures
The application process for the D.N.P. Programs involves the following steps:
- Submitting an online application
- Providing transcripts and letters of recommendation
- Passing a background check
- Participating in an interview
D.N.P. Project
All students in the D.N.P. Programs are required to complete a D.N.P. project. The project must be evidence-based and aligned with the specific program requirements. For the Leadership Program, projects may include:
- Executive leadership practice
- Systems/organizational practice
- Safety/quality organizational projects
- Community-based and healthcare policy initiatives For the Clinical Program, projects may include:
- Clinical guideline development
- Clinical practice innovation projects
- Safety/quality clinical practice projects
- Clinical policy and protocol change
Program Requirements
The D.N.P. Programs have the following requirements:
- Completion of a D.N.P. project
- Participation in a final-year immersion experience
- Completion of all required coursework
Master’s Program (M.S.N.)
The Master’s Program (M.S.N.) is designed to provide advanced education in nursing practice. The program has the following requirements:
- Completion of all required coursework
- Participation in a final-year immersion experience
Post-Master’s Certificates
The Post-Master’s Certificates are designed to provide advanced education in specific areas of nursing practice. The certificates have the following requirements:
- Completion of all required coursework
- Participation in a final-year immersion experience
Doctor of Philosophy Program
The Doctor of Philosophy Program is designed to provide advanced education in nursing research. The program has the following requirements:
- Completion of all required coursework
- Participation in a dissertation
Courses
The School of Nursing offers a variety of courses, including:
- Nursing research
- Nursing theory
- Nursing practice
YSN Student Policies and Guidelines
The YSN Student Policies and Guidelines provide information on academic policies, student conduct, and student resources.
Educational Expenses and Financial Aid
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General Information
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Office of Nursing Impact
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