OpenFieldDoctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Family Healthcare Practice
Terminal practice-focused doctorate preparing advanced practice registered nurses in evidence-based primary care, clinical epidemiology, and health policy leadership.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BSN or MSN from CCNE/ACEN accredited program with minimum GPA 3.0.
- English language proficiency
- English fluency; current unencumbered Florida RN licensure.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, professional CV, writing sample, and clinical practice goals statement.
- Recommendation letters
- Three professional reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- HRSA Advanced Nursing Traineeship Grants
- Application fee
- $30 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $1,300 per credit hour
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Florida Gulf Coast University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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