How to Apply (DNP)

Track Coordinator: Leeann Barfield  Email: lhbarfield@fsu.edu

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. BSN degree from a nationally accredited program with an upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher or MSN degree from a nationally accredited program with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

2. Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

3. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score or Miller Analogies Test (MAT).*

4. Unencumbered and unrestricted RN license.

5. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

6. Current CV or resume.

7. Essay (Writing Sample) answering the following questions: a) Tell us about your professional work experience as a nurse and other relevant professional experiences. Include leadership activities such as serving on committees, leading projects and involvement in professional associations. b) What are your career goals and how will a DNP degree help you with your goals?

8. Record a video answering the questions below. The video should not be more than 5 minutes long answering all the questions. 

1. Tell us about your previous clinical or volunteer experiences? When have you had a direct impact on a patient’s life?  Please include activities such as patient advocacy, involvement in professional associations or an instance you were a change agent to improve quality care delivery. 

2. What patient population are you most passionate about? Why? What are your thoughts about any health disparities affecting that group? As an DNP prepared nurse practitioner, how might you contribute in finding solutions to these issues? 

3. What is your research interest for your Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence based practice project?

Admission Application Deadline

July 1st

Track Coordinator: Marsha Hartline Email: mehartline@fsu.edu

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. MSN degree from a nationally accredited program with a grade point average of 3.2 or higher; or a BSN with a master’s degree in a relevant field with a minimum grade point average of 3.2. Master’s degrees will be evaluated on an individual basis for relevancy and accreditation.

2. Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

3. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score or Miller Analogies Test (MAT).*

4. Unencumbered and unrestricted RN license.

5. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

6. Current CV or resume.

7.Essay (Writing Sample) answering the following questions:

a) Tell us about your professional work experience as a nurse and other relevant professional experiences, including progressive leadership experience that should reflect a minimum of two years of healthcare leadership. Include all leadership activities such as serving on committees, leading projects, and involvement in professional associations.

b) What are your career goals and how will a DNP degree help you with your goals?

8. Record a video answering the questions below. The video should not be more than 5 minutes long answering all the questions. Please make sure to address all parts of each question.

a) Tell us about your previous clinical experiences. When have you had a direct impact on a patient’s life? Please include activities such as patient advocacy, involvement in professional associations or an instance you were a change agent to improve quality care delivery.

b) Tell us about your leadership experiences. Please include specific examples of projects you have completed, or were involved in, that helped to improve patient care, nurse engagement, morale, financial fitness, staff retention, and/or outcomes in a healthcare facility. How have you addressed health disparities and improved diversity, equity, and inclusion in your leadership roles?

c) What is your research interest for your Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence-based practice project?

Admission Application Deadline

July 1st

Track Coordinator: Tara Hayes Email: thayes@fsu.edu

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. BSN degree from a nationally accredited program with an upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher or MSN degree from a nationally accredited program with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

2. Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

3. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score or Miller Analogies Test (MAT).*

4. Unencumbered and unrestricted RN license.

5. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

6. Current CV or resume.

7. Essay (Writing Sample) answering the following questions: a) Tell us about your professional work experience as a nurse and other relevant professional experiences. Include leadership activities such as serving on committees, leading projects and involvement in professional associations. b) What are your career goals and how will a DNP degree help you with your goals?

8. Record a video answering the questions below. The video should not be more than 5 minutes long answering all the questions. 

1. Tell us about your previous clinical or volunteer experiences? When have you had a direct impact on a patient’s life? Please include activities such as patient advocacy, involvement in professional associations or an instance you were a change agent to improve quality care delivery.

2. What patient population are you most passionate about? Why? What are your thoughts about any health disparities affecting that group? As a  DNP prepared nurse practitioner, how might you contribute in finding solutions to these issues? 

3. What is your research interest for your Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence based practice project?

Admission Application Deadline

July 1st

Track Coordinator: Theresa Winton Email:  twinton@fsu.edu

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Hold an MSN in a Nurse Practitioner track and be a nationally certified APRN with a graduate grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

2. Official transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended.

3. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score or Miller Analogies Test (MAT).*

4. Unencumbered and unrestricted APRN license.

5. Psychiatric Mental Health Certification

6. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

7. Current CV or resume.

8. Essay (Writing Sample) answering the following questions: a) Tell us about your professional work experience as a nurse and other relevant professional experiences. Include leadership activities such as serving on committees, leading projects and involvement in professional associations. b) What are your career goals and how will a DNP degree help you with your goals?

9. Record a video answering the questions below. The video should not be more than 5 minutes long answering all the questions. 

1. Tell us about your previous clinical or volunteer experiences? When have you had a direct impact on a patient’s life? Please include activities such as patient advocacy, involvement in professional associations or an instance you were a change agent to improve quality care delivery.

2. What patient population are you most passionate about? Why? What are your thoughts about any health disparities affecting that group? As a  DNP prepared nurse practitioner, how might you contribute in finding solutions to these issues? 

3. What is your research interest for your Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence based practice project?

Admission Application Deadline

July 1st

Track Coordinator: Alicia (Ali) Craig-Rodriguez Email: acraigrodriguez@fsu.edu

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. MSN degree from a nationally accredited program with an upper division grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

2. Current APRN Certification (ANCC or AANP)

3. Official Transcripts from all undergraduate and graduate institutions attended

4. Graduate Record Exam (GRE) score or Miller Analogies Test (MAT).*

5. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

6. Current CV or resume.

7. Essay (Writing Sample) answering the following questions: a) Tell us about your professional work experience as a nurse and other relevant professional experiences. Include leadership activities such as serving on committees, leading projects and involvement in professional associations. b) What are your career goals in Lifestyle Medicine and how will a DNP degree help you with your goals?

8. Record a video answering the questions below. The video should not be more than 5 minutes long answering all the questions. 

1. Tell us about your previous clinical or volunteer experiences? When have you had a direct impact on a patient’s life?  Please include activities such as patient advocacy, involvement in professional associations or an instance you were a change agent to improve quality care delivery. 

2. What patient population are you most passionate about? Why? What are your thoughts about any health disparities affecting that group? As an DNP prepared nurse practitioner, how might you contribute in finding solutions to these issues? 

3. What is your research interest for your Doctor of Nursing Practice evidence based practice project?

Admission Application Deadline

July 1st