An online DNP program for working nurses like you.
Graduates of the online DNP program become visionary nurses and leaders who actively shape and improve patient outcomes while helping influence decision-making regarding healthcare environments and policies.
Download our program guide to learn more about our top-rated program and the clinical placement services we provide for our nurses.
DNP APRN Program Tracks
Choose from multiple distinct tracks as you learn the skills required to shape the future of nursing. Clinical Placement support offered.
DNP Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Provide acute care for adult patients with chronic and complex illness
DNP Family Nurse Practitioner
Provide holistic primary care to individuals and families across the lifespan
DNP Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Take a lead role in nursing care for infants through the first two years of their life.
DNP Nurse-Midwifery
Provide holistic patient-centered care for women across their lifespan.
DNP Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Provide primary and acute care for pediatric patients in a variety of care environments.
DNP Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Provide safe, evidence-based mental health psychiatric care for individuals and families
DNP Executive Nurse Leadership Program
Baylor University also offers a nurse leadership program.
- DNP Executive Nurse Leadership
Gain executive knowledge and competencies in influential leadership, data-driven business strategy, and transformative care models.
Fast Facts
- No GRE or MAT required
- Clinical placement support provided
- Multiple start dates so you can enroll when it's convenient for you
- Learn from expert Louise Herrington School of Nursing faculty
- Competitive tuition rates
Program Highlights
- Designed for actively practicing RNs with a BSN or MSN
- Thoroughly prepares nurses with the knowledge and advanced skill set necessary to lead nursing practice and positively impact patient outcomes from the highest levels
- Learn from world-class faculty of experienced nursing leaders and administrators
Clinical Placement Services
At Baylor University’s Louise Herrington School of Nursing, we strongly believe in setting our students up for success. That's why we collaborate with our students to help identify clinical sites and preceptors for all clinical rotations. Additionally, clinical placement sites may be potential locations for future employment opportunities upon graduation. If you already have a placement site or preceptor in mind, we encourage you to refer them to our placement team to secure.
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How Does This Benefit You?
At Baylor, we believe you are only as successful as your training—that’s why we collaborate with our students to identify and secure sites and preceptors for all clinical rotations. Our staff will sort through the logistics of clinical placement so you can focus more on coursework and building competencies as a nurse.
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How Does the Clinical Placement Process Work?
As a newly enrolled student, you’ll partner with our clinical team to determine unique placement needs. We’ll collaborate with you to identify placement opportunities, including locating and securing a quality site and preceptor during your program. You’ll be responsible for several preparation tasks, including filling out forms, passing a drug screening, background check and other necessary documents.
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What is the Placement Experience Like?
During your placement experience, you’ll have access to faculty and resources to support you on and off-site, including mentorship and guidance for procedures, patient interactions and proficiencies. At the end of your rotation, you and your preceptor will review requirements and complete any surveys. You may receive new details for your next clinical experience if you have multiple rotations.
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What Can I Expect from My Preceptor?
Your preceptor is your on-site role model and will help you develop as a nurse during your clinical rotation. They will focus on helping you bridge gaps between theory and practice, orientate you to the practice setting, help you plan clinical assignments, provide 1:1 supervision, give daily feedback and complete required paperwork on your behalf.
Baylor Nursing By The Numbers
Be Bold. Be Decisive. Be Exceptional. Become a Baylor Nurse.
U.S. News & World Report
Featured in U.S. News & World Report for the 2025 Best Nursing Schools.
#1 Nursing College in Texas
Nursingprocess.org ranked Baylor as the #1 Best Nursing School in Texas.
CCNE
We rigorously adhere to the accreditation standards established by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)**.
DNP Student Experience
View this short video to find out why Online DNP - FNP Student, Rachel Carmichael knew Baylor's online DNP program was the right fit for her.
Online Learning Experience
Find out why Baylor's online DNP degree program is the best choice for working nurses seeking preparation at the highest level of nursing practice:
The Baylor University Louise Herrington School of Nursing midwifery program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education (ACME), 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 1550, Silver Spring, Maryland 20910-6374; for information about accreditation please contact ACME directly. Tel. 240-485-1802, acme@acnm.org, www.midwife.org/acme
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program at Baylor University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
The DNP/NNP program of study conforms to the educational guidelines for the state of Texas, the National Association of Neonatal Nurses (NANN) and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF)
