Ohio University Online
Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice

Online USA

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

9 semesters

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time, Part time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

Sep 2026

TUITION FEES

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice program offers a pathway for registered nurses to earn their Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Students will build on their nursing knowledge and enhance their leadership skills in healthcare settings. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice and prepares nurses to address complex health issues.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue roles such as Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Leaders, or Healthcare Executives. This advanced degree opens opportunities in various healthcare environments where clinical practice and leadership are crucial.

Ohio University's Bachelor of Science in Nursing to Doctor of Nursing Practice (BSN-DNP) program, which began in 2017, is designed for baccalaureate-prepared nurses like you who are already working in the field.

Now, professionals like you—healers beginning their career journeys and looking to expand their possibilities with advanced skills and credentials—can advance with a program that offers both online courses and field experience.

This 70-credit program will allow you to customize your education with specializations in either direct patient care as an advanced practice nurse or indirect patient care as a nurse executive or nurse educator. Courses include not only explorations of health policy, quality and safety in population health, and epidemiology for advanced nursing practice, but also opportunities to help you build the professional presence, business acumen, and leadership skills necessary to advance.

Upon completion, you'll emerge ready to pursue practitioner, leadership, and educational roles.

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