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credit hours of coursework that must be completed before starting into the DNP core courses. You can transfer courses from another institution. Please speak with advisors <a href=\"https:\/\/booknow.appointment-plus.com\/d6983sz4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Brooke Michael<\/strong><\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/booknow.appointment-plus.com\/d6983sz4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tiffany Bishop<\/strong><\/a> for help with the transfer process.<br><br>Whether or not you have a bachelor\u2019s degree in other non-nursing fields, you can follow the RN to DNP with MSN pathway: <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/17qIErgbcX7Sjef8AsG0jgFIzE22rK-hZsXjN79Bbffg\/edit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RN to DNP with MSN<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"UM-Flint RN to DNP with MSN program\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/msdYCKMmCLE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/11opfQ3LjjQkRekx771a_BpuX_nsehdcZ-E3gKTvemvQ\/edit?slide=id.p1#slide=id.p1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>RN to DNP with MSN Slideshow<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ec112cf76cf9886a11e4751d6f14569\">On This Page<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#why\">Why Choose UM-Flint<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#concentration\">Concentration Options<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#prerequisites\">Prerequisites Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#curriculum\">Curriculum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#admission\">Admission Requirements<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#apply\">Apply to the Online RN to DNP with MSN Program<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#application\">Application Deadlines<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#financial-aid\">Affordability and Financial Aid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#advising\">Academic Advising<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/#FAQ\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-faef745acb876bee61e0461cfc378763\">Advance to Nurse Practitioner with Both MSN and DNP Degrees<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Michigan-Flint\u2019s innovative online RN to DNP with MSN program empowers you to elevate your nursing career and provide quality patient care as a competent nurse practitioner.<br><br>You can start the program as a registered nurse without a BSN degree. Once you have completed the MSN portion of the program, you can become a licensed and board-certified nurse practitioner and clinically practice while completing the DNP with as little as 15 additional credits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing offers unique learning experiences and pathways for RNs-prepared nurses who desire to become nurse practitioners. With one application, students can apply to the RN to DNP with MSN program and be eligible for both MSN and DNP degrees. The program enables students to earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree as a nurse practitioner in one of four specialty concentrations, to sit for the corresponding board certification exam, and to practice as a nurse practitioner. After completion of the MSN degree, students will continue toward completion of the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mt-5 mb-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4\" id=\"why\">Why Choose UM-Flint\u2019s Online RN-DNP with MSN Program?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>High Nurse Practitioner Certification Pass Rate<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With the aim to cultivate effective nurse leaders, UM-Flint\u2019s RN-DNP with MSN online program provides excellent preparation for the Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Exam. Through our robust curriculum, you are well-equipped with the knowledge and clinical experiences to become a Certified Nurse Practitioner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Flexible Program Format: Online, Part-time\/Full-time<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for busy working nurses, UM-Flint\u2019s RN to DNP with MSN program is offered in a convenient online format with minimal campus visits. Campus visits coincide with health residencies, simulation activities, and hooding and graduation ceremonies.<br><br>You may also pursue your degree on a full-time or part-time basis, depending on your availability and schedule. Reflecting our commitment to student success, UM-Flint\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/nursing\/faculty-staff\/\"><strong>Nursing faculty<\/strong><\/a> make themselves available to students outside the normal course schedule with flexible office hours and online availability.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"125\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/www-s3.umflint.edu\/wp\/blogs.dir\/18\/files\/2024\/01\/Flex-Learning-Options.png\" alt=\"Flexible learning options\" class=\"wp-image-5570\" style=\"width:175px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Hands-on Clinical Experiences<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The RN to DNP with MSN program integrates in-depth online courses with valuable hands-on learning, allowing you to become part of the real-world health care team. You complete clinical practicums under the close supervision of experienced professionals and have the opportunity to develop meaningful mentorships with faculty and instructors who inspire as well as impart knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Research Opportunities &amp; University of Michigan Resources<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our Nursing faculty members are actively involved in a wide range of relevant research projects with DNP students. You have the opportunity to pursue specific research interests while helping improve health care services to patients from diverse communities, cultures, and backgrounds.<br><br>As part of the world-renowned University of Michigan community, you also have access to research resources on the UM-Dearborn and UM-Ann Arbor campuses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-287957747f31fc96d22245eb1072ac22\" id=\"concentration\">Concentration Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The online RN to DNP with MSN program offers four individual concentrations to help you achieve your specific career goals. Depending on your selected concentration, you are required to complete certain clinical hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-31f58f8191d151fe989de7f8d01b0eb8\"><strong>Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioners treat acute and chronic illness and guide transition back to the community and primary care providers. Graduates are qualified to sit for the Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Examination. The curriculum for the AGACNP concentration consists of 55 credits of core courses for the MSN or 73 credits of core courses for the MSN and DNP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-979553aad9f290306f7d4414978bc336\"><strong>Admissions Requirements Specific to the AGACNP Concentration<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">At least one year of full-time experience as a registered nurse with preferred experience in intensive care units such as Medical, Surgical, Neuro, Trauma, Burn and Cardiac ICU. It is preferred that the applicant have working knowledge of invasive hemodynamic monitors (e.g., pulmonary artery, central venous pressure, and arterial), mechanical ventilation, and vasopressor titration. Consideration may be given to applicants who do not fully meet the above intensive care skills in such units as Perioperative Unit\/Pre-op\/PACU, Step-down, Emergency departments, and other specialty units such as Cath lab on an individual basis based on experience and an interview with the Lead Faculty of the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A letter to verify ICU skills\/experience from the Candidate\u2019s Nurse Manager will be requested prior to the beginning of the acute care track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider prior to the start of the acute care track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current certification as a Basic Life Support Provider. An unencumbered RN License to practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All students will be required to come to campus each semester (3 total) for on-ground learning and skills activities during the acute care program in NUR 861, 863, and 865. Time on campus can vary between 1-2 consecutive days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the student is not a Michigan resident, the student will be required to have a Michigan Nursing license and will attend clinicals in Michigan during the first and third semesters, the second may be in the state of residency if the state and facility allow the student to attend out of state universities and there is an existing contract with the University of Michigan, Flint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2aaff9e5405333b4d3ffc3e875e92bec\"><strong>Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner is a provider of primary health care services to adolescents, middle-aged and older adults, emphasizing disease prevention, health promotion, and the management of patients with acute and chronic multi-system health problems. Graduates are qualified to sit for the Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The curriculum for the AGPCNP concentration consists of 52 credits of core courses for the MSN or 70 credits of core courses for the MSN and DNP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-562fbf5ef26b654f793a85974ec02632\"><strong>Family Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Family Nurse Practitioners act as the primary health care professionals to individuals, families, and groups. FNPs provide management of acute and chronic disease and emphasize health promotion and disease prevention across their patient\u2019s lifespan. Graduates are qualified to sit for the Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ec0b5d8f96e7663a51bc22b1c52918ce\"><strong>Neonatal Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program is designed to prepare experienced registered nurses for advanced practice roles specializing in caring for neonates and their families. As a graduate, you will be well-prepared for the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certification Examination and equipped to provide comprehensive health care to critically ill neonates and infants in various health care settings. The curriculum for the NNP concentration consists of specialized coursework that balances theoretical knowledge with practical application. Clinical experiences will allow you to gain hands-on expertise across diverse settings, including high-risk obstetrics, labor and delivery, neonatal counseling, NICU, PCTU, PICU, and multidisciplinary follow-up clinics. This will ensure a well-rounded and impactful educational journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This program offers a flexible online learning modality for didactic content and supports part-time and full-time tracks. Students must attend on-campus days for hands-on learning and skills activities and complete in-person clinical requirements. Our experienced and credentialed faculty members provide rich clinical and research expertise, enhancing your learning experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-6c31d4fe03e5626aed017f3e2c6cbc89\"><strong>Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner provides mental health services across a patient\u2019s lifespan. These practitioners have the credentials to practice in a collaborative relationship with other mental health team members and treat mental health disorders. Graduates are qualified to sit for the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Board Certification Examination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The curriculum for the PMHNP concentration consists of 54 credits of core courses for the MSN or 72 credits of core courses for the MSN and DNP.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light  h-auto mt-5\" style=\"min-height:180px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#00c0b7\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-0e05defec8882daff2751227978f4844\"><strong>Effective July 1, 2024, the University of Michigan-Flint will implement new enrollment criteria for programs leading to professional licensure and certifications. Only applicants who are located in a state where the program\u2019s educational requirements are known to be satisfied will be eligible for initial enrollment.<br>Refer to&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/online-rn-to-dnp-with-msn\/statement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">School of Nursing Statement<\/a><strong>&nbsp;for more information.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mb-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4\" id=\"prerequisites\">Prerequisite Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">These prerequisites are online at UM-Flint &amp; must be completed prior to starting into graduate coursework. You can begin these prerequisites at UM-Flint after you are admitted to the RN to DNP with MSN program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>All Prerequisites must be finished within two years of application.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A deadline will be given to each accepted student for prerequisite completion.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">A minimum of a B grade or better is required in prerequisite courses. The exception is English: a grade of C is acceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>ENG 112- English Composition II (3 credits) Waived with previous non-nursing bachelor\u2019s degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NSC 178\/180- Legal\/Moral Dec in NUR\/HCR (3 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUR 300- Transition to Prof Nursing (3 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUR 307 Integrated Case Studies in Nursing (3 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUR 316- Nursing Research (3 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUR 413- Theory &amp; App of Pop Health RNs (3 credits)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>NUR 414*- Synthesis of Pop Health RNs (2 credits)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>*Approximately 16 volunteer hours in your community along with online coursework.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f0e22101ec5ea1541c3d9c15f7dcb6f4\" id=\"curriculum\">Online DNP with MSN Program Curriculum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After completing the undergraduate prerequisite courses, RN to DNP with MSN students will continue to the MSN\/DNP curriculum according to your admitted area of emphasis. You cannot start graduate-level coursework until you have successfully completed all prerequisite courses. There is a fall and winter start into the graduate-level coursework. There is no summer start for graduate students. Work closely with your advisor to finish your prerequisites in time to start in the fall or winter semester.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Review the <a href=\"https:\/\/catalog.umflint.edu\/preview_program.php?catoid=38&amp;poid=16149&amp;returnto=5138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nursing (BSN to DNP with MSN) curriculum<\/a>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><thead><tr><th><strong>Part-time Curriculum<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Full-time Curriculum<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vTiNmgIAw-Y21mfYpzLMMCb-QquVC-2lciRR7zkogBPYHDxvvnz0FskUlKlBWGRbKuiT2j04pLXX8UN\/pub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter start (January)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vSKP4MmecNwo-oNdSdv8_qrfmhQp_6-u1BtIb9Ofdtf4fe0MGRe4vwi95yXTIJUX7024jwgtegmj4KP\/pub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Winter start (January)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vR6FgQ8eyDCyzfd3iSmY7dMLTwbWsZl8EMMgnmeIxm9N9FDwQ2kxxQHAdgDKuY9nUwQMz8V1z-gzTSe\/pub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall start (August)<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vQu-cCJu342VDfZRCzw1RUSVBBxQQgolYj1LNE02T6dy_j---rB9rEpKhXed7yqngeI_1SiKOQenWBL\/pub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall start (August)<\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-8\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-4\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-36d8845408919530deed7c1c776f99bf\" id=\"admission\">RN to DNP with MSN Applicants Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">The number of individuals admitted into the RN to DNP with MSN program is limited. You must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Must have an Associates Degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution with an average&nbsp; GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale for their last 60 credit hours.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your ADN degree does not meet the 60-credit minimum, the most recent 60 college-level credits will be considered.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must have a current unencumbered RN license in the United States<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At least one year of RN experience is preferred.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4febd77dc4ae1f826f48b5f599a29d83\"><strong>State Authorization for Online Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In recent years, the federal government has emphasized the need for universities and colleges to comply with the distance education laws of each state. If you are an out-of-state student intending to enroll in an online program, please visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/online\/state-authorization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>State Authorization page<\/strong><\/a> to verify the status of UM-Flint with your state.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover is-light h-auto mt-5 mb-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-white-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4\" id=\"apply\">How to Apply to the Online DNP with MSN Program<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To be considered for admission to UM-Flint\u2019s online RN to DNP with MSN program submit an application below. Other materials can be emailed to <strong><a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a><\/strong> or delivered to the Office of Graduate Programs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>RN to DNP with MSN Applicants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/apply\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Application for RN to DNP with MSN<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click the \u201cSign Up\u201d link at the bottom if you have never started an application with the University. <em>If you have previously applied to the university, you can sign in.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click the \u201cStart New\u201d button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under Level of Study, select \u201cGraduate,\u201d <em>even if you are applying as an RN to DNP with MSN student.<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Under the Program of Study, select \u201cNursing (DNP with MSN option) \u2013 RN and\/or Bachelor\u2019s prepared.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 non-refundable application fee (receive a waiver for the UM-Flint application fee by attending one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/nursing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">webinars<\/a>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>$55 non-refundable application fee (<a href=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/nursing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">receive a waiver for the application fee by attending one of our webinars<\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy of current RN license (submit either a license verification printout or a photocopy of your license)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vS8wMYqclEqto9VTGEatCgI1Y5P_3qkzoufv4FS5fYdsnlhDYvW_1iteXJ541AWVRJ0qYNnMi4l_zTC\/pub\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Official transcripts<\/a> from all colleges and universities attended<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For any degree completed at a non-U.S. institution, transcripts must be submitted for an internal credential review. Read the following <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/international-transcript-evaluation\/\">International Transcript Evaluation<\/a> document for instructions on how to submit your transcripts for review.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If English is not your native language, and you are not from an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/admissions\/english-proficiency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">exempt country<\/a>, you must demonstrate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/english-proficiency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English proficiency<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/recommendation-letters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">letters of recommendation<\/a> from any combination of the following sources:\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Faculty from a recent nursing program<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A supervisor in an employment setting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An Advanced Practice Registered Nurse, Physician\u2019s Assistant, MD or DO.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Curriculum vitae or r\u00e9sum\u00e9<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Professional Goal Statement should be a one-two page typewritten document in APA format, double-spaced. <br><strong>Please include:<\/strong>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Your reasons for pursuing a DNP, your professional plans and career goals, and why you want to attend UM-Flint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your past nursing experiences and how they will prepare you for an advanced nursing degree&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Past achievements in nursing, including any professional organization memberships or positions, awards, scholarships, nominations, certifications, committee\/project work, or other accomplishments such as scholarly publications.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any special circumstances applicable to your application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Describe your research interests<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students from abroad must submit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/admissions\/international-students\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>additional documentation<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A phone or in-person interview may be required.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Admissions Requirements Specific to the AGACNP Concentration ONLY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">At least one year of full-time experience as a registered nurse with preferred experience in intensive care units such as Medical, Surgical, Neuro, Trauma, Burn and Cardiac ICU. It is preferred that the applicant have working knowledge of invasive hemodynamic monitors (e.g., pulmonary artery, central venous pressure, and arterial), mechanical ventilation, and vasopressor titration. Consideration may be given to applicants who do not fully meet the above intensive care skills in such units as Perioperative Unit\/Pre-op\/PACU, Step-down, Emergency departments, and other specialty units such as Cath lab on an individual basis based on experience and an interview with the Lead Faculty of the Adult Gerontology Acute Care Program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A letter to verify ICU skills\/experience from the Candidate\u2019s Nurse Manager will be requested prior to the beginning of the acute care track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current certification as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider prior to the start of the acute care track.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Current certification as a Basic Life Support Provider. An unencumbered RN License to practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All students will be required to come to campus each semester (three total) for on-ground learning and skills activities during the acute care program in NUR 861, 863, and 865. Time on campus can vary between one-two consecutive days.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the student is not a Michigan resident, the student will be required to have a Michigan Nursing license and will attend clinicals in Michigan during the first and third semesters, the second may be in the state of residency if the state and facility allow the student to attend out of state universities and there is an existing contract with the University of Michigan, Flint.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&nbsp;Supporting materials may be emailed to <strong><a href=\"mailto:FlintGradOffice@umich.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FlintGradOffice@umich.edu<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Admissions Requirements Specific to the NNP Concentration ONLY<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At least two years of recent full-time experience as a registered nurse in a Level III or IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.<br>You must submit a verification letter identifying that your practice experience meets or exceeds this minimum requirement. The letter may be written by a nurse manager, supervisor, neonatal nurse practitioner, or neonatologist. An unencumbered RN License to practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-medium-font-size\"><strong>International Students<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This program is an online program with mandatory on-campus meetings. Admitted students will not be able to obtain a student (F-1) visa to pursue this degree. If you currently hold a non-immigrant visa and are residing in the United States, please contact the Center for Global Engagement at <a href=\"mailto:globalflint@umich.edu\">globalflint@umich.edu<\/a> for guidance regarding your eligibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enrollment Deposit &amp; Application Fee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our program requires a $55 application fee. You can receive a waiver for this fee by attending one of our <a href=\"https:\/\/events.umflint.edu\/nursing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>webinars<\/strong><\/a> (only good for the UM-Flint application). Once selected for admission to the RN to DNP with MSN program, you will be required to pay a $100 enrollment deposit (non-refundable) to reserve your seat. The deadline to pay the deposit will be indicated in your letter of admission. This enrollment deposit will be waived for students who graduated from any UM-Flint RN program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Campus Orientation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If admitted to the program, you must attend a Graduate Nursing Orientation on campus before your graduate coursework program begins. The orientation date(s) will be indicated in your letter of admission. They are usually held in mid-May and mid-October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"application\">Application Deadlines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">All completed applications are reviewed after the appropriate application deadline. Admission decision letters are sent out via email. To be considered for admission, submit all application materials to the Office of Graduate Programs by 5 p.m. on the first day of the month:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"mb-2\">RN to DNP Prerequisite Coursework Start Term Final Deadlines:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Fall (<strong>final deadline<\/strong>) \u2013 Aug. 1*&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Winter (<strong>final deadline<\/strong>) \u2013 Nov. 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Summer (<strong>final deadline<\/strong>)\u2013 April 1<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Applications submitted by the first of each month between September and April will be reviewed within approximately one month. All applications and supporting documentation must be submitted before the final deadline to be evaluated for admission for that term.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>* If you apply for a fall start between May and August, the application will be reviewed in September each year. Students can still start on prerequisite coursework in fall terms but they will be in Part of Term 3 (2nd 7-week session).<\/em><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"financial-aid\">Affordability and Financial Aid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Online RN to DNP with MSN program offers affordable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/studentaccounts\/tuition-fees\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tuition rates<\/a> for you to earn a respected University of Michigan degree. Undergraduate prerequisite classes will be offered at the undergraduate tuition rate. Once you have completed all prerequisites, your remaining coursework will be at the graduate tuition rate.&nbsp; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/finaid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Financial aid<\/strong><\/a> options, including grants, scholarships, and loans, are also available.<br><br>Are you interested in pursuing a faculty position in nursing? Through our <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdtNInWYde-IJwfq0z_DtEGm3ufNC-GiXc9NtJ9cdFRjNnXBw\/viewform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nurse Faculty Loan Program<\/a>, you can get your school paid for while gaining the skills and expertise required of faculty in the field of Nursing.<br><br>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/nursing\/student-grants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Behavioral Health Workforce Education &amp; Training Scholarships<\/a> grant offers six scholarships available for Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner students, with a total possible funding of $28,350 (disbursed in three equal payments during the Winter, Spring, and early Fall semesters).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The School of Nursing has been awarded a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/nursing\/student-grants\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Residency program grant<\/a> through the Health Resources and Services Administration. This is a one-year paid position with full University of Michigan benefits. Residents will be provided with the opportunity to practice in many different types of psychiatric settings including special rotations and become certified in additional therapies.<\/p>\n\n\n<a\n    id=\"block-block_b1a49f272433cda5bf432227b0fefb9a\"\n    class=\"btn mb-3 mb-md0 d-inline-flex btn-icon bg-secondary\"\n    href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/graduateprograms\/paying-for-college#nurse-faculty-loan\"\n    title=\"School of Nursing Graduate Student Grants\"\n    target=\"_blank\" >\n            <span class=\"btn-icon-image\">\n            <i class=\"fas fa-edit\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i>        <\/span>\n        <span class=\"btn-icon-text\">\n            School of Nursing Graduate Student Grants        <\/span>\n    <\/a>\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-row row\">\n\t\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"col-12 col-md-6\">\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-291b1e15385442ff73edfa241a64f58e\" id=\"advising\">Academic Advising<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want to talk to a knowledgeable academic advisor about the Online RN to DNP with MSN program? At UM-Flint, we are proud to have many dedicated advisors who can guide your unique educational journey. <a href=\"https:\/\/booknow.appointment-plus.com\/d6983sz4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Book an appointment today<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-secondary-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-secondary-background-color has-background mt-5 mb-5\"\/>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-98ea311e2a5e9c0607a95a034d1cabe3\" id=\"FAQ\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-0beedf60e6f37cce7e23257a8bef2752\"><strong>When can I start?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>RN to DNP students wanting to start on the prerequisite coursework can be admitted in fall, winter, or summer.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will start into the MSN\/DNP curriculum after you have completed all prerequisites.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The MSN\/DNP curriculum&#8217;s main start is in the fall each year.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&nbsp;We admit for a winter semester as well, but it will not speed up your graduation.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Work closely with your advisor to complete the prerequisite coursework in time to start graduate coursework in a fall or winter semester.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no summer start date for graduate-level courses.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-8fc916177a8f093c96c77dffd17517a1\"><strong>Is the degree a University of Michigan degree?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes, it is the same diploma. It doesn\u2019t matter if you went to Ann Arbor, Dearborn, or Flint.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have the same alumni benefits.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-c47408dc8de993c05cefd05b8b7b44ef\"><strong>Do I have to take the GRE?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-4fc34fa8565608ce41a784e5f07de9bb\"><strong>Will I get a BSN partway through?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No, you will not have your BSN.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is no stop-out for the BSN. If you think you may want the BSN, please look into our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/nursing\/undergraduate-degrees\/rn-to-bsn-online\/\">RN to DNP program with early assurance into the MSN\/DNP curriculum.&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will have an MSN or DNP once you complete all coursework.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9d94e60bbde4cd3999bff3a084a6273c\"><strong>Do I have to come to Flint?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During your prerequisite coursework, you do not have to come to Flint.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you start into graduate-level coursework, you will come to Flint around 3-5 times a year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9e48fb7c50db5a3b808d8b28b38114bd\"><strong>Can I go part-time?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes, students must apply for either the Part-Time or Full-Time curriculum at the time of application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-0aa4fa58b553853b859384cc043d816c\"><strong>How long will it take?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prerequisite Coursework:&nbsp;<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You have up to two years to complete all prerequisites after you are admitted.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can complete the prerequisite coursework in as little as two semesters if you want to be full-time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You cannot start into graduate-level coursework until you have completed all the prerequisites.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>FALL Graduate Coursework-<\/strong> This is from the first day you start graduate coursework and does not include the time it takes to complete the prerequisites:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>MSN\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Part-time: two years and eight months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-time: one year and eight months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>DNP\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Part-time: three years and eight months<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-time: two years and eight months<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>If you start in the winter semester, it will not speed up your graduation but just lighten the load in a few semesters.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-b7c960bb70345396c0e2b2e876d26b13\"><strong>Can I work full-time?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During the prerequisites, yes because you have up to two years to complete.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you start graduate coursework, it depends if you are full-time or part-time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do not recommend it if you are completing the program full-time.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-37fab60e0c0931094237077bf13f2c33\"><strong>How many classes do I take each semester?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>During the prerequisites, you can go as fast or slow as you want.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can take one class a semester or up to four classes a semester.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once you start into graduate coursework, it is a cohort program and you follow a specific curriculum.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Part-time is an average of two classes a semester.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Full-time is an average of four classes a semester.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-9b1de03f8ed101d967e21d48b3486686\"><strong>Can I take time off?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Yes, during your prerequisite coursework.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Not suggested during graduate coursework.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The coursework is a cohort and builds upon itself.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You must complete the courses in order, and they are only offered so often.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you stop out, it could delay your program by up to a year.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-primary-color has-text-color has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-3f26b0fc88830ccc68a822772148f047\"><strong>Will you help with clinical placement in the MSN\/DNP?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We allow students to do their clinical experiences in their own communities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We have a clinical coordinator who helps with finding placement within two hours of your home.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You will need to participate in the process and work closely with the clinical coordinator to find placement in your area.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover h-auto mt-5\" style=\"min-height:50px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-primary-background-color has-background-dim-100 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-bootstrap-blocks-container container mb-2 mt-4\">\n\t\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading mt-3 mb-4 has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4a60aa1faed889aab018a110ca38b0bb\">Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career\u2014Earn a DNP Degree!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Apply to the University of Michigan-Flint School of Nursing\u2019s Online RN to DNP with MSN program to take your nursing expertise to the next level!<br><br>Do you have more questions about the program? 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