The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at NMSU prepares nurse clinicians and leaders for the highest levels of practice. The changing demands of today’s complex health care environment require that advance practice registered nurses, nurse leaders and nurse educators have the highest level of scientific knowledge and practice expertise possible. 

All DNP didactic courses are delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous distance education.  In addition to required course work and clinical practicum hours, students are required to generate a project that reflects their advanced coursework in leadership, research translation, as well as clinical knowledge and skills.