Program Overview
Why Choose the Nurse-Midwifery Program at Rutgers?
Dynamic, Flexible Learning
Engage in hybrid courses, complemented by in-person labs, simulations, and faculty-led sessions that bring learning to life.
Personalized, High-Quality Clinical Training
Gain hands-on experience at diverse, faculty-selected clinical sites across New Jersey, tailored to your learning needs and supported by our advanced midwifery simulation center.
Comprehensive Career Preparation
Advance your practice in a state committed to accessible, full-spectrum sexual and reproductive health care.
Equity-Driven Impact
Backed by the New Jersey Midwifery Education Project, our program prepares diverse nurse-midwives to reduce health disparities and improve maternal outcomes across the state.
Priority Deadline:
March 1
Final Deadline:
July 1
Priority Application Deadline: March 1 – Apply by this date for priority consideration.
Final Application Deadline: July 1 – Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until this date.
All Nurse-Midwifery Programs
“Although I am still at the beginning of my midwifery journey at the School of Nursing, I take comfort in knowing that I am surrounded by supportive leadership dedicated to the well‑being of their students.” — Rachel James
Curriculum
The Nurse-Midwifery DNP Program admits students every fall and has the following requirements for graduation:
- 77 Credits
- 945 Clinical Hours (minimum)
- Four years (11 semesters)
- The minimum number of combined clinical practicum and DNP project experience hours is 1000. Students, however, may be required to complete more than 1000 hours to meet minimum competency requirements for graduation and certification (when applicable).
- In-person classes meet on our Newark campus
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, 2000 Duke Street, Suite 300, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Tel: (703) 835-4565, support@theacme.org, www.theacme.org.
“The DNP Midwifery program at Rutgers is exceptional because our dedicated program director is deeply committed to education and student advocacy, and we are consistently supported with valuable resources and opportunities.” — Hyewon Park
“Choosing the Rutgers Midwifery program was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made.” — Julianna Brodhecker
Admissions
Admissions Requirements
Ready to take the next step? Here’s what you need to apply to the DNP Nurse-Midwifery program at Rutgers School of Nursing:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Minimum GPA: 3.2 (on a 4.0 scale)
- RN license: Active, unrestricted RN license required. A New Jersey or Compact State license must be obtained by the end of your first semester and maintained throughout the program
- Resume or CV
- Official transcripts from all previous colleges
- Online application with paid application fee
- Personal statement (1 page)
- Describe your interest in midwifery and what makes you a strong candidate
- Share your career goals and how Rutgers will help you achieve them
- Writing sample
- Submit a scholarly paper where you are the primary author (such as a school paper, published article, or book chapter)
- Two letters of recommendation
- One must be from someone in a leadership role (preferably in nursing or midwifery)
- One should be from a professor or academic reference
- Personal references from friends or family are not accepted
- Virtual interview required for all qualified applicants
- Note: GRE scores are not required.
- Admitted students must submit final transcripts and documents verifying completion of all in-progress degrees and coursework before starting the program.
- Failure to provide final documentation will result in the withdrawal of admission.
- Track your application status and checklist through the online application portal
- Submit all documents through the online portal.
- Official transcripts may be sent to:
- Electronic (recommended): transcripts_nursing@gradadm.rutgers.edu
- Mail:
Office of Admissions & Recruitment
Rutgers School of Nursing
65 Bergen Street, Room 601
Newark, NJ 07107
- Rutgers graduates: Your Rutgers transcripts will be retrieved automatically after your application is submitted. However, you must still submit transcripts from any non-Rutgers institutions.
- Most completed applications receive an admissions decision within 2–3 weeks.
International Applicant Ineligibility
This program is ineligible for international applicants.
Tuition and Fees
Learn more about Rutgers University tuition and fees – refer to “School of Nursing (Graduate)”.
Licensure & Clinical Compliance for Nursing Programs
At Rutgers School of Nursing, we are dedicated to preparing ethical and skilled nursing professionals. To be licensed in most states, a criminal history background check is a prerequisite for licensure as a registered professional nurse (RN) per the state’s Board of Nursing. Since eligibility criteria may vary, applicants should check with the Board of Nursing of the state in which they plan to apply for licensure to determine the eligibility criteria.
All nursing students in clinical courses are required to complete a criminal history background check. Depending on your program, clinical sites may require additional screening, such as drug testing and/or fingerprinting to ensure compliance with their policies and standards. Please review Clinical Clearance Requirements for individual Rutger’s nursing programs. These practices reflect the nursing profession’s commitment to trust, accountability, and community safety. If you have questions or need support, our team is here to help guide you on your journey
Accessibility Accommodations
Many students have questions about disclosing their disability needs when they apply to Rutgers Health programs. The short answer is you don’t have to disclose if you’re not comfortable sharing that information with us at the application stage. Some examples of accommodations needed may include, but are not limited to, sign language interpreters, interviewing accommodations, or accommodations during visitation. If you need accessibility accommodations during the application process or interview process for admissions at Rutgers Health, you can explore your options by contacting the Rutgers Health Office of Disability Services or by calling 973-640-0058.
Rutgers Health doesn’t discriminate against disabled students, and students are not required nor expected to disclose disabilities when they apply to Rutgers Health Programs, unless accommodations are required during the application process. You can rest assured, though, that we are committed to creating an equal access environment and supporting your needs during your time at Rutgers.
Rutgers Health doesn’t discriminate against disabled students, and students are not required nor expected to disclose disabilities when they apply to Rutgers Health Programs, unless accommodations are required during the application process. You can rest assured, though, that we are committed to creating an equal access environment and supporting your needs during your time at Rutgers.
Meet the Program Director
Julie Blumenfeld, DNP, CNM, FACNM, FAAN is Program Director of the Nurse-Midwifery and Dual Women’s Health/Nurse-Midwifery Programs. She is an experienced and dedicated educator and midwife who is a passionate advocate for creating lasting change through health policy.
Mission, Philosophy, and Program Objectives
The mission of the Nurse-Midwifery Program at Rutgers School of Nursing is to educate students and advance the profession of midwifery through patient-centered, evidence-based practice, scholarship, service, and professional leadership and advocacy. Revised and approved: May 2024
The Nurse-Midwifery Program at Rutgers School of Nursing stands on a strong foundation of excellence in education, scholarship, and clinical practice and the optimization of health and health equity. Our program and faculty affirm accessible, equitable, ethical, person-centered care that respects individuality, diversity, and physiologic processes. Our graduates are prepared to be independent providers of full scope health care across the lifespan including pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period; sexual, reproductive, and gynecologic health; primary care; and care for the healthy neonate. Our faculty cultivate student skills to contribute to midwifery leadership, scholarship, interprofessional collaboration, and growth of the profession for individuals, families, and communities in a diverse world. Each student brings their unique perspective to the program, enhancing the learning environment. Faculty serve as mentors and role models for students and promote the joy of learning, the value of community engagement, and the significance of professional leadership and advocacy. Based on this philosophy, the Nurse-Midwifery Program at Rutgers School of Nursing prepares graduates who embrace the midwifery model of care and become leaders in improving healthcare systems and individual health. Revised and approved: May 2024
- Practice safe, independent, competent, and professional midwifery care as a beginning clinician in accordance with the American College of Nurse Midwives’ Core Competencies for Basic Midwifery Practice and Standards of Practice of Midwifery.
- Uphold the values of the profession of midwifery including supporting inclusivity; caring for and eliminating obstacles faced by individuals in marginalized communities; establishing and applying evidence-based care; emphasizing health promotion and patient education; and limiting interventions in normal physiologic processes.
- Provide care that is equitable, ethical, culturally humble, and person centered.
- Contribute to the future profession of midwifery through membership, participation, and leadership in professional organizations; service; and efforts to further professional organizational goals and priorities.
- Collaborate with interprofessional healthcare teams, valuing all members and communicating respectfully, to deliver high quality care.
- Pursue life-long learning and professional development as a nurse-midwife
Certification Rates (Goal: 80%)
| Year | Certification Organization/Specialty | Number of Students | Certification Rate Within One Year of Graduation |
| 2022 | AMCB/Midwifery | 10 | 90% |
| 2023 | AMCB/Midwifery | 11 | 82% |
| 2024 | AMCB/Midwifery | 4 | 100% |
Programmatic Outcomes
View enrollment, graduation, and attrition data here.
“This program is not only shaping me into a competent clinician but also a leader and advocate for reproductive and birth justice.” — Morgyn Farnum
