Post-Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Drive outcomes. Elevate care. Lead health systems.

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Turn your MSN into a powerful, practice-focused doctorate built for today’s complex health care environment. Sacred Heart University’s Post-Master’s DNP equips you to lead teams, elevate patient outcomes and drive meaningful systemwide change—all in a flexible hybrid format designed for working nurses. The DNP is the highest clinical degree in nursing.

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Top Schools SHU’S DNP program ranked #6 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report
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Lead the Change With a DNP, you'll improve patient outcomes and drive impact at the systems level (AACN)
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Specialized Tracks Choose education or executive leadership to align your degree with career goals

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For more information, fill out the form below or contact Keith Hassell at 203-365-4731 or hassellk@sacredheart.edu.

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Designed for leadership. Built for working nurses

  • Flexible hybrid learning—Apply your MSN clinical hours toward DNP practice requirements as you study online with limited on-campus sessions, to earn your degree in 3-4 years
  • Practice-focused curriculum—Learn how policy, advocacy and ethics shape clinical practice and strengthen patient safety and communication as you prepare for advanced nurse leadership roles
  • Expert faculty mentorship—Work closely with doctoral-prepared faculty who support you from your first course through your final project

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