Nursing Practice (DNP)
College of Allied Health and Nursing|Academic Programs|Nursing
Earning a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) / Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) is an excellent way to continue your career in nursing while preparing you for future opportunities! Since our start in 1994, our graduate program has become known for providing world-class instruction for nurses to reach the next step in their career. If you are seeking a doctorate in nursing practice as Family Nurse Practitioner, Minnesota State University, Mankato is an excellent choice. Our educational experience in the nursing field, practicing clinical faculty, convenient classroom and practice facilities, support for finding clinical placements, and many other benefits allow you to succeed and reach your personal and professional goals.
- Conveniently located in Edina
- Modern facility with free parking
- Excellent certification exam pass rates
- Richly diverse student body
- Clinical placement coordinator
- Low student to faculty ratio
- Strong reputation in healthcare settings
- Commitment to rural and underserved communities
- Family and societal focus
- High graduation rate
- Currently practicing NP faculty
- Hybrid program - four seminars per semester in Edina
Mark your calendar: Applications will open by August 1st, 2025, for the summer 2026 cohort. We hope to work with you to achieve your professional goals!
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
The School of Nursing is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive (DEI) learning environment that values and celebrates the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all individuals. We believe that diversity enriches the educational experience and prepares students to excel in a global healthcare landscape.
Nursing Practice (DNP)
Minnesota State University, Mankato is proud to offer two DNP tracks for students interested in becoming doctorally prepared.
- BS-DNP/FNP Track: This full-time program takes 3 years to complete
- MSN-DNP Track: This part-time, fully online track takes 2 years to complete
Both tracks emphasize our renonwed family-focused curriculum, helping students learn how to provide the best care possible to individuals, their families and the community.
About the Program
Discover the learning outcomes, curriculum, advising and tuition information about the Doctor of Nursing program at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
Application & Admission
Get all the details about admission requirements and how to apply to one of our DNP Tracks: BS-DNP/FNP and MSN-DNP.
Nursing Practice, BS-DNP/FNP Track
Students admitted into the BSN to DNP Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner program progress full-time through the curriculum and obtain the DNP degree in 3 years.
Nursing Practice MSN-DNP Track
This post-masters DNP program is part-time, fully online, and takes 2 years to complete.
