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Doctor of Nursing Practice

Program Details

UNC Wilmington's Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program integrates nursing science with biophysical, psychosocial, analytical and organizational sciences, which graduates use to understand the nature of health and health care delivery and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.

The DNP is a practice-focused doctoral degree earned by advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs). The DNP serves as a clinical leader in transforming care of the individual, the community, and the healthcare system.

UNCW's DNP is a 36 credit hour program that can be completed in as few as five to 14 semesters. We also offer you the opportunity to specialize in nursing education, transcultural nursing, nurse executive leadership, or technology and informatics. Full and part-time degree completion options are available.

Five Concentrations

BSN-DNP

Master's-DNP

ACCREDITATION

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, the master's degree program in nursing and doctor of nursing practice program at University of North Carolina Wilmington are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.  

Contact the DNP Program

Sara L. Hubbell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C | Program Coordinator & Clinical Associate Professor

dnp@uncw.edu

  • AGPCNP Concentration Lead: Kelly Laham, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, CNE

  • FNP Concentration Lead: Tami Link, DNP, FNP-C

  • NEL Concentration Lead: Lorie Sigmon, PhD, DNP, APRN

  • Post-APRN Concentration Lead: Sara L. Hubbell, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-C

  • PMHNP Concentration Lead: Anka Roberto, DNP, PMNHP-BC, MPH

Annette Richards
Administrative Assistant
(910) 962-7851
richardsa@uncw.edu

School of Nursing

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