The Post-Master’s DNP Practice Focus program combines advanced practice and leadership content with a focus on quality care and cultural competency skills.
Program Overview
Priority Fall (September) Start – Application Deadline: March 1 – Apply by this date for priority consideration and to receive your admission decision sooner.
Final Fall (September) Start – Application Deadline: July 1 – Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until this date, with full consideration for all applicants.
At Rutgers School of Nursing, we prepare you to provide high-level, evidence-based nursing care across diverse settings and systems. Through our program, you’ll gain the knowledge base and skill mix needed to work within interdisciplinary teams, achieving quality care health care goals, and reducing disparities.
The DNP program helped me understand health systems even more and enhanced my knowledge to improve nursing practice and patient outcomes. The program will position me to take a leadership role in patient safety and develop ways to create a safe environment for patients.
Soledad G. Dela Merced, ’19
With our curriculum, you won’t have to choose between commitments — you can pursue your degree at our Newark campus while maintaining your home and work responsibilities.
Become an expert clinician or leader in your practice today.
Meet the Specialty Director
Laura A. Mularz, DNP, MSN, RN, APN, ACNS-BC, NE-BC, CRRN is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Specialty Director for the Nursing Leadership Specialty Track within the Advanced Practice Division. Dr. Mularz is a transformational leader who focuses on data-driven decision-making and nurse mentoring.