BSN degree from an accredited institution by program start date.*
The GRE is not required for this program.
Undergraduate Statistics course.
Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida by program start date. (Out of state applicants must be eligible for licensure in Florida and must achieve RN licensure to begin clinical courses.)
Current certification as an advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and basic life support (BLS) provider.
Address the following 3 items in a written essay. Responses to all 3 questions should not exceed 500 words, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font, and 1-inch margins:
Describe how earning a Doctor of Nursing Practice in the track to which you applied will help you achieve your personal and professional goals.
Explain those personal and professional experiences that have helped prepare you for doctoral study and your readiness for doctoral study at this time.
The final DNP project focuses on the implementation of an evidence-based change that impacts healthcare outcomes through direct or indirect care from a systems or population/aggregate focus. Describe an area of interest you believe could be improved through such a project.
Curriculum Vitae which reflects prior education, recent clinical accomplishments, any recent scholarly work (publications and presentations), awards, additional certifications, and activities with professional organizations.
Requires 3 professional recommendations
Applicants applying to this program who have attended a college/university outside the United States must provide a course-by-course credential evaluation with GPA calculation. Minimum UCF Requirement for TOEFL/IELTS
TOEFL iBT score of 80
IELTS band score of 6.5