Graduation Requirements

To qualify for graduation with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree, students must:

  1. Satisfactorily complete all required coursework with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0.
  2. Complete all required coursework and practicum experiences satisfactorily with a "B—" or higher or "Pass" (on a "Pass/Fail" Grading Scale).
  3. Complete a total of 600 practicum hours in the DNP program.
  4. Receive a favorable recommendation for doctoral degree conferral from the Academic Review Committee and the College of Health Sciences Student Promotion and Graduation Committee.
  5. Receive a favorable recommendation for a doctoral degree conferral from the University Faculty Senate.
  6. Settle all financial accounts with the institution.
  7. Complete all graduation clearance requirements as instructed by the Office of the Registrar.