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The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is the terminal degree for practicing nurses, as opposed to a PhD in nursing, which is more research/education-based. Our DNP students emerge prepared for the highest level of practice – ready to serve in advanced clinical and leadership positions. Our graduates are skilled in translating evidence into practice and in achieving optimal outcomes at the patient, population and system levels.
The Master's to DNP program is designed for students who hold a BSN and MSN or a master's degree in a related field (ex., MPH, MHA, etc.). Learn more about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
This program is designed for individuals who hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes.
This program is designed for nurses who hold a BSN and have at least one year of acute care experience. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
This program is designed for individuals who hold a BSN degree. Learn about admissions requirements, the courses you’ll take, the concepts you’ll gain mastery of, and expected career outcomes. Get all the detailed information you’re looking for.
The BSN, MSN and DNP programs at Rhode Island College are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and our Nursing Simulation Program is accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH).
Money Magazine recently ranked Rhode Island College as one of the best nursing master’s programs for your money! Weighing quality against cost—and considering debt, employment rates, and recent graduate salaries—our program received 4 out of 5 stars!
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We have 30+ full-time faculty teaching in the Zvart Onanian School of Nursing, each with a master's degree in a nursing specialty. 20+ Zvart Onanian School of Nursing faculty are doctorally prepared, and many hold national certifications.
Rhode Island College is employing innovative strategies to educate all Rhode Islanders.
Rhode Island College School of Nursing — a regional leader in innovation and simulation.
Rhode Island Nursing Education Center (RINEC) is a Providence-based facility for baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral level nursing instruction for RIC's Zvart Onanian School of Nursing and URI's College of Nursing.