Doctor of Nursing Practice Admission Requirements

The applicant must meet admission requirements for California State University, Fresno
Applicants must hold a master’s degree from an accredited institution. Those with a master’s degree in a health-related field other than nursing (e.g., Public Health, Health Administration) must have a bachelor’s degree in nursing and will be required to complete post-baccalaureate coursework in nursing theory, research methods, and transcultural nursing
The applicant must hold at least one degree in nursing, either a bachelor's or master's
The applicant must have attained a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 in an acceptable master's degree program
The applicant must have current, unrestricted California RN license
Be a U.S citizen or U.S permanent resident
The applicant must have National Certification in nursing specialty or obtain certification prior to the fifth semester of the DNP program
The applicant must demonstrate sufficient preparation and practice experience as an APN, nurse manager/administrator/executive/educator/or experienced nurse

Evidence considered in the admission process shall include, but not be limited to the following:

Three recommendations from professional persons knowledgeable about applicant's advanced nursing practice experience, as well as the potential for scholarship and leadership. One of the three recommendations must be from the applicant's current supervisor.
A written statement of purpose reflecting what the applicant expects to accomplish in the DNP program and how the DNP program will advance the applicant's nursing career and practice.