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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Prepare academically to sit for the national family nurse practitioner certification exam with our online DNP-FNP program.

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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Ready to Get Started?

Fill out the form and we will contact you to provide information about furthering your education.

Please use our International Form if you live outside of the U.S.

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TREAT PATIENTS AT ALL STAGES

Focus on the proactive diagnosis and management of primary healthcare needs for children, adolescents, and adults.

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Program Details

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Walden’s DNP-FNP program prepares you to manage disease prevention, health promotion, and restorative care in patients from birth through older adulthood.

 

CurriculumRequirementsCostAmount*
Tuition-Coursework30 quarter credits* $925 per quarter hour for coursework credits$27,750
Tuition-Essential Coursework10 quarter credits$500 per quarter credit

$5,000^

Tuition-NP Specialization Coursework35 quarter credits$775 per quarter credit

$27,125^

Tuition-Doctoral Study/Project15 quarter credits$925 per quarter hour for doctoral study/project credits

$13,875^

Clinical Course fee4 courses (PRCM)$160 per course

$640 

Program Fee $180 per quarter

$2,340^

   

$76,730+

BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP

YOUR TUITION

-$6,200 

$70,530†*

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $1,800 to $2,500; this includes a mandatory clinical skills resource required during NURS/DNRS 6512 at a cost of $299. Students may also incur additional costs related to practicum, including but not limited to costs of travel to their practicum site, practicum onboarding fees, per quarter practicum fees, and liability insurance costs.

^This assumes students successfully complete their coursework on the first attempt. and reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

+Tuition and time to complete vary by student and may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships, or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 20 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.

†*Represents minimum time to completion and Believe and Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe and Achieve Scholarship based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.

CurriculumRequirementsCostAmount*
Tuition-Coursework30 quarter credits* $925 per quarter hour for coursework credits

$27,750 

Tuition-NP Specialization Coursework35 quarter credits$775 per quarter credit

$27,125^

Tuition-Doctoral Study/Project15 quarter credits$925 per quarter hour for doctoral study/project credits

$13,875^

Clinical Course fee4 courses (PRCM)$160 per course

$640 

Program Fee $180 per quarter

$2,160^

   

$71,550+

BELIEVE & ACHIEVE SCHOLARSHIP

YOUR TUITION

-$6,200 

$65,350†*

Tuition and fees are subject to change. Books and materials are not included and may cost between $1,800 to $2,500; this includes a mandatory clinical skills resource required during NURS/DNRS 6512 at a cost of $299. Students may also incur additional costs related to practicum, including but not limited to costs of travel to their practicum site, practicum onboarding fees, per quarter practicum fees, and liability insurance costs.

^This assumes students successfully complete their coursework on the first attempt. and reflects the minimum time to completion. Time to completion varies by student, depending on individual progress and credits transferred, if applicable.

+Tuition and time to complete vary by student and may be reduced if transfer credits are accepted, or if you receive grants, scholarships, or other tuition reductions. Walden may accept up to 20 transfer credits. For a personalized estimate of the number of your transfer credits that Walden would accept, call an Enrollment Specialist at 844-768-0109.

†*Represents minimum time to completion and Believe and Achieve Scholarship. Your actual total program time and costs may vary. Believe and Achieve Scholarship based on current tuition. See Scholarship Details for more information.

Personalized Practicum Support

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After you register for the Walden University Practicum Pledge® (along with other requirements), if you can’t identify a site and preceptor, our dedicated Field Placement Team partners with you to secure your site and preceptor to help you find a match. This enhanced support gives you added confidence as you start your online MSN program.

Program Outcomes

Promote Healthier Communities

In our online DNP-FNP program, you’ll prepare to reach your potential as a clinician and healthcare change agent. Learn to use advanced clinical judgment to diagnose and treat illness, advocate for patients, and inspire them to live healthier lives.

 

1Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics | Job outlook | Estimated wage (as of May 2023)

No guarantee is made that a person who enrolls in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program will obtain a job or will earn the stated salaries. Percentile wage estimates are based on the 10th–75th percentile.

Meet Your Academic Team

Walden’s College of Nursing faculty includes passionate healthcare clinicians with many years of experience in the field.

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Online DNP-FNP Program FAQ

How long will it take to complete the online DNP-FNP program?

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)-Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program of study for students enrolling with a BSN is 90 quarter hour credits. The program of study for students enrolling with an MSN is 80 quarter credit hours .

Why get a DNP-FNP degree instead of an MSN-FNP?

The MSN-FNP is a highly respected degree. However, the DNP-FNP is the most advanced practice nursing degree, aligning the graduate with other professional practice degrees such as MD, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Doctor of Occupational Therapy, and Doctor of Social Work. The DNP degree provides students with additional knowledge, skills, and practice in project management, health policy, planning, implementation, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives that improve health outcomes. Students seeking autonomy in their career should consider the DNP-FNP degree.

Will the DNP degree change my scope of practice as a nurse practitioner?

The scope of practice for nurse practitioners is determined by each state through the State Nurse Practice Act. Currently, 27 states and the District of Columbia allow nurse practitioners to practice independently.

What makes the Walden online DNP-FNP program different?

This online program offers students a flexible schedule taught by doctorally prepared nurse practitioners and nurse educators with extensive experience. Students receive personal guidance in finding practicum sites through Walden’s nursing Field Experience Team.

Are the NP and DNP practicums the same?

The NP practicum courses provide hands-on learning with an experienced preceptor who is focused on preparing the student for the certification examination. DNP practicum activities focus on identifying a gap in practice or a practice change by the organization that the student addresses for the DNP capstone project. During the DNP practicums, students also identify individual practicum objectives that will enhance their leadership skills at the organization level.

How many hours of practicum are required for the online DNP-FNP program?

All DNP programs accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) require 1,000 practice hours post-baccalaureate degree. In the DNP-FNP program, students complete 640 nurse practitioner practicum hours and 400 DNP practicum hours.