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Earn your Doctor of Nursing Practice from New Mexico’s top-ranked nursing school.


With a Post-Bachelor’s DNP, you’ll gain the skills and clinical expertise to transform patient care.

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Advance your nursing career at UNM with fully accredited programs designed to improve health outcomes.

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WE FIND YOUR CLINICAL PLACEMENTS

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ALIGN WITH HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS

Learn From Expert Faculty

Hear how UNM’s Doctor of Nursing Practice programs provide the mentorship and support that help students become bold leaders.

Wasim Alsamah

MD, DNP, RN, FNP-BC

Clinician Educator, Assistant Professor

“Since I was here, it always felt to me that this is my home. The combination between the people here and the environment, the support – everything makes me feel that I’m home here. I feel that I can empower students to grow and to think out of the box.”

Felina Ortiz

DNP, RN, CNM, FACNM

Clinician Educator, Assistant Professor

“I've been a faculty member since 2011 here at UNM, and I've always seen myself as a bridge between the community and academia, as well as a voice working within systems to help represent people who don't necessarily see themselves entering academia.”

Designed With You in Mind

This program is designed for students with a BSN, BS or BA and an RN license who want to return for their DNP.

Choose from 5 APRN/Nurse-Midwifery concentrations:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner

Family Nurse Practitioner

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Nurse-Midwifery

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care

Hear From Our Alumni

Discover how UNM College of Nursing programs guided nurses through challenges and prepared them for meaningful careers.

Nina Simon, DNP, MSN, CNM

“I love leading women’s development of families. The College of Nursing’s program focuses on each individual student finding their niche and faculty really nurture their independent interests. It is something that sets them apart and prepares students to be successful CNMs (certified nurse-midwives).”

Jade Nguyen, FNP

“I do feel like the College of Nursing’s NP program really prepared me, and they are very understanding of life situations. My biggest advice? Enjoy the process. Always take advantage of clinicals, where you’re meant to learn, ask questions make mistakes – learn from them and take your time in the learning process.”

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FAQs

Post-Bachelor’s DNP

What are the requirements to apply for a Post-Bachelor's DNP?
A BSN degree from an accredited college or university. Options are available for RNs with a BA or BS in another field.

Current RN license.

1 year of work as a Registered Nurse or in a closely related health care field.

No GRE or GMAT required.

Personal interview for select applicants.
How long is the Post-Bachelor's DNP program?
The UNM College of Nursing offers a 2-year and 9-month post-baccalaureate Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.
What concentrations are available under the Post-Bachelor's DNP Program?
We offer 5 concentrations to earn your Post-Bachelor’s DNP:

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner 
Family Nurse Practitioner 
Nurse-Midwifery 
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care 
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner 
Are there funding opportunities available for students of the Post-Bachelor's DNP Program?
Yes, scholarship and grant dollars are available. The UNM College of Nursing has been awarded two grants to support enrolled students. These funds can help offset educational expenses and reduce student debt after graduation.

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