A medical provider and a patient.

Doctor of Nursing Program

The Doctor of Nursing program at Touro Nevada will prepare you to respond to the demands of the complex and expansive healthcare system. You will learn to integrate and demonstrate advanced nursing practices using evidence as the base of your education. With our help, you will be ready to lead your teams and patients with pride and success.

DNP Program Features

DNP Accreditation 

Touro University Nevada is fully accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) as a branch campus of the Touro University California school.

The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Touro University Nevada is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Curriculum

With an accelerated and standard track for curriculum, you can approach your learning as you see best. Each course of study is led by our dedicated and committed faculty with their years of patient-centered teachings.

Outcomes

At the completion of this program, you will be able to demonstrate leadership in healthcare, collaborate with professionals to improve patient care and develop strategies in advanced areas of practice.

JBI at Touro Nevada

Touro University Nevada and the School of Nursing has partnered with JBI, an international not-for-profit, membership based, research institute based at the University of Adelaide, South Australia. 

United Health Foundation Scholarship

On behalf of the United Health Foundation, Touro University Nevada will award $10,000-$20,000 to qualified incoming students. For more information about eligibility criteria, deadlines, and application submission, see United Health Foundation Scholarship.

Highlights

1
Year to Complete the Program
100%
Online Coursework
3
Start Dates Per Year
10+k
United Health Foundation Scholarship

Admission Requirements

Touro Nevada was established to help address critical needs in healthcare and education, and as a resource for community service in the state of Nevada. Come be a part of our family.

Requirements Overview

    • Hold a MSN degree from a program of nursing accredited regionally or nationally and by a nursing accreditor, including CCNE, NLNAC, CNEA, or ACEN
    • Be a licensed registered nurse
    • Cumulative 3.0 GPA
    • Scholarly Project

Primary Application

Complete your Touro application today and submit a non-refundable application fee of $75.

Deadlines

You must submit all required information to the admissions department by the deadlines.

  • Fall cohort - September 19 (Start Date: October 2023)
  • Spring cohort - January 18 (Start Date: February 2024)
  • Summer cohort - May 23 (Start Date: July 2024)
Application & Requirements
Dr. Catie Chung

“The function of the DNP Program is to take research evidence and get it implemented at the bedside."

Dr. Catie Chung Director of Graduate Nursing Programs and Associate Professor
School of Nursing Faculty Finding New Ways to Help DNP Students Better Analyze Their Scholarly Project Data

You are joining a community of motivated and successful leaders in healthcare and education fields.

Touro Nevada Stories

Here For You

Your goals are supported at Touro Nevada. You can receive academic and personal support, get involved in clubs and organizations, and enjoy life in Southern Nevada.

Life at Touro Nevada

Technology & Facilities

Touro Nevada understands that innovation in technology and our facilities are a vital component to your success. Investment into equipment, technology, classrooms are on-going and part of Touro Nevada's commitment to students.

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Your Faculty

Your Touro Nevada faculty are more than professors. They are leaders in their respective fields. You will also be supported by staff who are dedicated to students and the university.

Your Faculty & Staff