In addition to completing the UMassD graduate admission package, applicants to the DNP program must:

achieve a GPA of 3.0 in undergraduate study.
hold a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from a program accredited by the ACEN (formerly NLNAC) or CCNE. Registered Nurses with a bachelor degree in a related field may seek admission through the Graduate Admission Program. Post Master's DNP applicants must be certified NPs and hold a master's degree in nursing from a program accredited by ACEN (formerly NLNAC) or CCNE.
hold a current license to practice professional nursing in MA or be eligible to obtain a license. Please submit a copy of your license.
submit two references that document competence and leadership in professional nursing practice. If possible, one reference should be from a supervisor who is a professional nurse that holds a DNP and one from a nurse educator.
The GRE is NOT required.

We require a minimum score of 72 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.0 on the IELTS for entrance to any program and a minimum score of 79 IBT on the TOEFL or BAND 6.5 on the IELTS for consideration for a teaching assistantship.