Lead the evolution of quality patient care

The Post-Master's DNP program within Quinnipiac's School of Nursing prepares you with key advanced practice skills for healthcare settings. Throughout the program you will develop the expertise to lead collaborative teams, advance population health initiatives and drive evidence-based change in healthcare organizations. This flexible, online option is designed to fit the needs of working nurses.

The Post-Master's DNP offers:

• A modern curriculum that prepares you to lead the improvement of patient safety and quality care.
• 100% online coursework with no on campus residency requirements to support working nurses.
• Connections to our tight-knit community of alumni, including graduates currently in C-level nursing roles.
• CCNE accreditation, demonstrating the rigorous standards of our program.
• The opportunity to explore health systems through an interprofessional lens, preparing you to work collaboratively to lead change.
• Small class sizes led by outstanding faculty who bring decades of nursing experience to the classroom.

Maximize your nursing education benefits 

As a nursing student at Quinnipiac, we encourage all students to explore these potential opportunities to make advancing your education even more affordable†:

• Corporate Partnerships: Quinnipiac partners with many healthcare organizations to offer employees 10% tuition discounts on eligible degree programs.
• Employer Benefits: A federal incentive enables healthcare organizations to offer their employees $5,250 in annual tax-free educational assistance and some may offer additional incentives beyond this.
• Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC): Those eligible for the LLC may receive an annual tax credit for 20% of qualified education expenses up to $2,000.

†Tax laws are subject to change and individual eligibility for benefits including the federal Lifetime Learning Credit (LLC) and tax-free employer-provided educational assistance under Section 127 of the Internal Revenue Code depends on your specific financial situation, including your modified adjusted gross income (MAGI), filing status, and your employer's specific plan policies. Please consult with a qualified tax advisor to determine your eligibility.