Doctor of Nursing Practice (Post-MSN DNP)

1. Master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program.
2. RN license from an approved state that is free and unrestricted, meaning that it has not been subject to reprimand, revocation, probation, suspension, restriction, limitation, disciplinary action, discretionary review/hearing or encumbrance nor had any type of complaint filed against it.
3. Graduate GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
4. If applicable, APRN license from an approved state that is free and unrestricted, meaning that it has not been subject to reprimand, revocation, probation, suspension, restriction, limitation, disciplinary action, discretionary review/hearing or encumbrance nor had any type of complaint filed against it.

Admission is competitive. Selection is based on careful consideration of all application materials, including but not limited to academic transcripts, the applicant’s Doctor of Nursing Practice Professional Statement, three required professional references and professional work experience. In addition to the criteria listed, an interview may be requested. The Doctor of Nursing Practice Professional Statement will be evaluated for writing skills and content, both of which are heavily weighted in the admission process.  

Part I: Apply to EKU

1. Start your EKU Graduate School Application.
2. Complete the supporting documents:
   Professional References – Within the application, you will be prompted to enter email addresses for three professional references. An electronic reference form will be emailed to each reference upon entry.
   Resume – Provide a copy of your resume or curriculum vitae
   Doctor of Nursing Practice Professional Statement – Write a statement that is no more than 750 words in length and addresses the following points:

• • Discuss your professional goals as a DNP graduate.
  • Describe your understanding of the role of the DNP-prepared nurse.
  • Discuss your experience with online learning and how you will assure that you are successful in the online DNP program.
  • Brief description of a health or health care delivery problem with a proposed improvement project.

Once your resume and professional statement are complete, you can submit them within the online application or e-mail them to the EKU Graduate School at graduateschool@eku.edu.

Part II: Send Documents

1. Send verification of your current RN license and, if applicable, your APRN license to the EKU Graduate School at:

EKU Graduate School
310 Whitlock Building CPO 68
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
E-mail: graduateschool@eku.edu

2. Contact any and all colleges or universities that you have attended and request that your transcripts be sent directly to EKU at the address below. Most schools have an online request form for this service. Transcripts sent to a student and then delivered to EKU will not be accepted. Each transcript must bear the original signature of the authorized official, along with the seal of the institution, and must be sent to EKU directly from the issuing institution. Transcripts are not required for courses taken at EKU.

All transcripts should be sent to:
EKU Graduate School
310 Whitlock Building CPO 68
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
Email: graduateschool@eku.edu

Questions? Contact Carla Patton at Carla.Patton@eku.edu or 859-622-8222.

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