The dual D.N.P. and certificate program is not currently accepting applications for new students. For information on our other programs, contact VCU Nursing admissions at (804) 827-0046 or VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu.
Dual D.N.P. and Certificate
Three-year full-time hybrid program
The dual D.N.P. and certificate program allows students to earn a post-professional certificate and a doctorate concurrently with a minimum of 51 credits rather than the 60 credits necessary if the two plans of study were pursued separately. This program is offered hybrid with approximately 50% of instruction online and 50% delivered in-person.
Students are eligible to take the nurse practitioner certification exam at the conclusion of their clinical rotations, two semesters prior to graduation, and be awarded the certificate. At the completion of the program, graduates earn their D.N.P.
Students can earn their dual degree in three different concentrations.
Concentrations
Plan of Study
View sample plans of study for the dual D.N.P. and certificate program.
Application Info
| Application Opens | Early Admission Deadline | Early Decision Notification | Application Closes | Decision Notification |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2023 | November 1, 2023 | December 15, 2023 | June 15, 2024 | Ongoing |
Complete the NursingCAS application ($80 fee) and the VCU supplemental information application ($70 fee).
Submit the following materials with your application through NursingCAS, including:
- Official transcripts
- Three letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- Resume or a curriculum vitae
- RN license
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable): Visit VCU's Graduate International Applicants page and see heading 'Application Materials --> Proof of English Proficiency'
We're here to help! Contact us at VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu with your admissions questions.
Review the functional and technical standards required for participation in the academic programs of the School of Nursing.
Prospective students with a conviction showing on their criminal history record may not be eligible to participate in clinical experiences at selected sites. This may impact the student’s ability to successfully complete program requirements. Applicants with a criminal history record are advised to review eligibility and licensure requirements for states in which they may seek employment (see Virginia eligibility requirements).
Financial Info
Use the following links to understand what your attendance costs will be and how aid and scholarships can help make your degree affordable.
Guaranteed Admission
Students who graduate with the minimum of a bachelor’s degree from the VCU School of Nursing are guaranteed admission to any VCU nursing graduate program provided they meet the requirements for admission and there is program space availability. Contact VCU_Nurse@vcu.edu for more info.