Excluding clinicals and residencies, coursework is 100% online.

Students typically complete the DNP program in the following timeframe. Please note that actual length to program completion will vary depending on the student's background and selected track.

Specialty Advanced Practice Tracks (DNP-FNP, DNP-NNP, DNP-PNP, DNP-NM, DNP-AGACNP, DNP-PMHNP)

• BSN holders typically complete our DNP program in three (3) years and four (4) months, skipping the Master’s degree program entirely
• MSN holders typically complete our DNP program in 18 to 24 months 
• Students in our Pediatric Primary/Acute Care track typically complete the program in four (4) years 

Executive Nurse Leadership Track (DNP-ENL)

• DNP-ENL students typically complete the program in two (2) years

Baylor University's Louise Herrington School of Nursing understands the needs and challenges of busy RNs. Our online coursework allows you to balance your career with your other commitments.

All DNP specialty advanced practice tracks have 3 starts a year with the exception of Nurse-Midwifery with 1 start per year and Neonatal Nurse Practitioner which has 2 starts per year.