Choose your program
There are two paths to get your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. Both options are CCNE-accredited.
Start earning your DNP degree where you are at.
BSN to DNP program options
Fast-track your education and take a hybrid of seated and online doctoral-level classes.
Earn both your master's and doctorate at the same time. Several specialized options are available.
![A student holds a woman's hand during the Physician Assistant White Coat Ceremony.](/Nursing/_Files/BSNtoDNP-AGACNPoption-tout_20087-7353.jpg)
![A DNP student uses a stethoscope to listen to her patient's heartbeat.](/Nursing/_Files/BSNtoDNP-FNPoption-tout_18795_0319.jpg)
![Nursing students learn about kidney injuries in the debrief room of the simulation lab in the O’Reilly Clinical Health Science Center](/Nursing/_Files/BSNtoDNP-PLoption-tout_21667-8099.jpg)
![An instructor leads a discussion in a class of DNP students.](/Nursing/_Files/BSNtoDNP-PMHNPoption-tout_18795_0520.jpg)
Post-master's DNP program option
Already have your master's in nursing? This is the path for you.
Expand your career opportunities with a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Available 100% online.
![Professor helping a DNP student.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/Nursing/_Files/PM-tout-19828-5155.jpg)
For nurses who already have a master’s degree and want new career roles. Level up your degree and make a difference in health care with your leadership skills.
Why earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Missouri State?
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Save money, have flexibility - Our program has one of the lowest costs in the country. Online and hybrid classes mean your on-campus visits are minimal.
- Be a leader in nursing - Put research into practice. Teach tomorrow’s nurses. Bridge the health care gap for underserved populations. Whatever you want to do, a DNP degree gives you greater control in your career path.
- Have great support - A faculty member helps you develop your quality improvement project. Your advisor also serves as your go-to contact while you’re in the program.
- Invest in one of the best - You can’t beat low tuition at a great school. Grad School Hub ranked us as the third-best DNP program in the country.
![DNP student in uniform.](https://www.MissouriState.edu/Nursing/_Files/DNP-Careers-18795_0541.jpg)
Ethics
Here, you'll live by a code of ethics and adopt a culture of caring.
Accreditation
The BSN, MSN, DNP and post-master's Health Educator and Population Health certificate programs at Missouri State University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Approval
Missouri State Board of Nursing: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (four-year BSN).