{"id":8079,"date":"2025-11-14T13:29:58","date_gmt":"2025-11-14T18:29:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/?post_type=program-page&#038;p=8079"},"modified":"2026-02-19T13:13:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T18:13:19","slug":"doctor-of-nursing-practice-online","status":"publish","type":"program-page","link":"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/academics\/programs\/doctor-of-nursing-practice-online\/","title":{"rendered":"Doctor of Nursing Practice (Online)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class='program-hero'><div class='top-part'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><div class='content-area'><h1 id=\"content-start\">Doctor of Nursing Practice (Online)<\/h1><p class=\"program-info\"><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?degree_type=dnp\">DNP<\/a> &bull; <a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?program_type=doctoral\">Doctoral<\/a><\/p><div class='image-holder'><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/052220_doctor-of-nursing-practice-hero-2.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/052220_doctor-of-nursing-practice-hero-2.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Nursing alumna Sandy Hussain in scrubs standing in front of hospital\"\/><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class='bottom-part'><div class='wrapper'><div class='content-area'>\n<h2>Lead the Future of Nursing with a DNP<\/h2>\n<p>Montclair\u2019s Online Doctor of Nursing Practice is built for working nurses who want clarity and control over their career choices and the opportunity to make an impact in healthcare. Flexible pacing, clinical experience in New Jersey and competitive tuition deliver one of the state\u2019s most impactful and affordable paths to an advanced nursing degree.<\/p>\n<p>With dedicated tracks for BSN-prepared nurses, MSN-prepared nurses and certified NPs, the program gives you a clear pathway that reflects your experience and goals.<\/p>\n<p>Nurses entering the program without NP certification can choose from two concentrations \u2014 Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) \u2014 to align their doctoral study with their intended practice focus. Those who already hold NP certification have a clear pathway into the program without needing to select a concentration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/grad-inquiry\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><aside><p><strong>Program Format<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?modality=online\">Online<\/a><br \/><em>With 3 on-campus immersions.<\/em><\/p><p><strong>Start Date<\/strong><br \/>Without NP certification: Fall 2026, then Fall & Spring; With NP certification: Spring 2026, then Fall & Spring <\/p><p><strong>College or School<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?college=nurs\">School of Nursing<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Area of Study<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"\/academics\/program-finder\/?area_of_study=health-medicine-and-the-sciences\">Health, Medicine and the Sciences<\/a><\/p><p><strong>Concentrations Offered<\/strong><br \/>Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP); Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)<\/p><p><strong>Cost Information<\/strong><br \/>Estimated total cost: <strong>$60,415<\/strong> (post-BSN entry, estimated in-state tuition)<br \/>Varies for MSN-to-DNP depending on credit load \r\nAcademic Year 2025-26<\/p><p><span class='prpl-button full-width'><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/portal\/graduate-events\">Upcoming Admissions Events<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/aside><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row program-expandables\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<h2>Applying without an NP Certification? Select the Focus that Matches Your Career Goals<\/h2>\n<p>Concentrations are designed for students entering the program without an existing Nurse Practitioner (NP) certification. If you are not yet certified as an NP, you\u2019ll choose between two focus areas \u2013 Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) \u2013 to align your doctoral study with your career goals. If you already hold NP certification, you will follow a streamlined pathway through the program without selecting a concentration, with reduced credit and clinical hour requirements.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Family Nurse Practitioner &lpar;FNP&rpar;<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>The Family Nurse Practitioner track prepares you to deliver comprehensive primary care for individuals and families across the lifespan. You\u2019ll gain the knowledge to diagnose, treat and manage acute and chronic conditions while emphasizing wellness and primary prevention in nursing. Coursework and clinical experiences strengthen your expertise in advanced clinical decision making, preparing you for leadership in adult primary care nursing as well as family-focused practice. With this concentration, you\u2019ll be equipped to provide care in community clinics, hospitals and a wide range of healthcare settings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sample concentration course highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Family Nurse Practitioner I, Care Management<\/strong>: Health Promotion and Disease Prevention (Didactic &amp; Practicum)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Family Nurse Practitioner II Care Management: <\/strong>Common Health Alterations for Adults (Didactic &amp; Practicum)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Clinical Hours without NP certification:<\/strong> 1,290 (480 project + 810 clinical)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Credits without NP certification: <\/strong>73 credits<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer compact\"><div class=\"prpl-drawer-header\">Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner &lpar;PMHNP&rpar;<\/div><div class=\"prpl-drawer-content\">\n<p>The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner concentration prepares you to assess, diagnose and treat mental and behavioral health conditions across the lifespan. Through the online Doctor of Nursing Practice program, you\u2019ll build advanced skills in psychotherapy, psychopharmacology and integrated care \u2013 the foundation of advanced practice psychiatric nursing. Clinical experiences are grounded in evidence-based nursing, preparing you to excel in a mental health nursing practice that supports individuals, families and communities with complex needs. You\u2019ll be ready to deliver advanced psychiatric care in outpatient, inpatient and community mental health settings.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sample course highlights:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner I:<\/strong> Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Role Development, Mental Health Assessment and Diagnosis<\/li>\n<li><strong>Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner II:<\/strong> Care Management of Persons with Common Acute and Chronic Mental Health Disorders (Didactic &amp; Practicum)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Clinical Hours without NP certification:<\/strong> 1,290 (480 project + 810 clinical)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Credits without NP certification: <\/strong>73 credits<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>The Online DNP at a Glance<\/h2>\n<div class=\"tab-group\"><div class=\"tab-content\"><h2>Without NP Certification<\/h2>\n<dl class=\"compact\">\n<dt>Credits<\/dt>\n<dd>73 (FNP &amp; PMHNP)<\/dd>\n<dt>Project and Clinical Hours<\/dt>\n<dd>480 &amp; 810 (respectively)<\/dd>\n<dt>Start Dates<\/dt>\n<dd>Spring &amp; Fall (first start date Fall 2026)<\/dd>\n<dt>Course Schedule<\/dt>\n<dd>Spring, Summer and Fall<\/dd>\n<dt>Course Length<\/dt>\n<dd>Mixture of 14-weeks and 7-weeks<\/dd>\n<dt>Options<\/dt>\n<dd>Full-time &amp; Part-time<\/dd>\n<dt>Time to Completion<\/dt>\n<dd>3 or 5 years (8 or 14 semesters)<\/dd>\n<dt>Format<\/dt>\n<dd>Asynchronous online (w\/ in-person clinical hours)<\/dd>\n<dt>On-campus Immersions<\/dt>\n<dd>Three 2-day on campus sessions (beginning, midpoint, near completion.)<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div><div class=\"tab-content\"><h2>With NP Certification<\/h2>\n<dl class=\"compact\">\n<dt>Credits<\/dt>\n<dd>31 to 33 (depending on levels of professional experience and clinical hours completed in your master&#8217;s program)<\/dd>\n<dt>Project and Clinical Hours<\/dt>\n<dd>480 &amp; 135-245 (depending on levels of professional experience and clinical hours completed in your master&#8217;s program)<\/dd>\n<dt>Start Dates<\/dt>\n<dd>Spring &amp; Fall<\/dd>\n<dt>Course Schedule<\/dt>\n<dd>Spring, Summer and Fall<\/dd>\n<dt>Course Length<\/dt>\n<dd>Offered in 14-weeks and 7-weeks<\/dd>\n<dt>Options<\/dt>\n<dd>Part-time<\/dd>\n<dt>Time to Completion<\/dt>\n<dd>2 years (6 semesters)<\/dd>\n<dt>Format<\/dt>\n<dd>Asynchronous online (w\/ in-person clinical hours)<\/dd>\n<dt>On-campus Immersions<\/dt>\n<dd>Three 2-day on campus sessions recommended (beginning, midpoint, near completion.)<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Program Requirements to Note<\/h2>\n<p>Because all clinical hours must be completed in New Jersey, applicants need to hold an active New Jersey RN license or a compact-state license that qualifies them to practice in New Jersey. This requirement applies to every pathway into the DNP, whether you are entering with or without NP certification.<\/p>\n<h3>Professional Licensure and Certification<\/h3>\n<p>For those entering without nurse practitioner certification, this program is designed to meet the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/online\/about-us\/#professional-licensure\">educational requirements for nurse practitioner certification<\/a> in New Jersey. Because licensure standards vary by state, applicants who intend to practice outside New Jersey should review their state\u2019s Board of Nursing requirements and confirm eligibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band lt-gray no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Why Pursue your DNP at Montclair?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column three-fifths\">\n<p>Montclair\u2019s Online DNP is built around what matters most to working nurses: flexibility and value. With the lowest tuition among New Jersey DNP programs, you can complete your doctorate without stepping away from your career. Clear entry points for BSN- and MSN-prepared nurses (with or without NP certification) make sure you have a path that reflects your experience and timeline. The result: a doctorate that advances your career without compromise.<\/p>\n<p>This online nursing education emphasizes practice readiness. You\u2019ll complete significant project and clinical hours in New Jersey, with year-round courses in both 7- and 14-week formats and the option to move at a full-time or part-time pace. Alongside the curriculum, you\u2019ll have access to faculty mentorship, an inclusive R2 research community and the advantages of Montclair\u2019s proximity to NYC for clinical placements and career growth.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column two-fifths\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/doctor-of-nursing-practice-feature1.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/doctor-of-nursing-practice-feature1.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in business wear with lanyard carrying a laptop under her arm chats with a doctor in a lab coat as they exit a conference room together\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>With its focus on leadership and advanced practice, this is one of Montclair\u2019s most flexible graduate nursing programs, designed to prepare you for both quality improvement in patient care and high-impact roles across healthcare. Among the state\u2019s most affordable graduate programs for nurses, it offers a practical path to an advanced degree without compromising flexibility or rigor.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Curriculum and Clinical Experience<\/h2>\n<p>Montclair\u2019s Online DNP combines a rigorous doctoral core with advanced practice courses. <strong>Concentrations are only required if you are entering without an NP certification.<\/strong> Certified NPs follow a streamlined pathway without selecting a concentration.<\/p>\n<p>All students complete a strong doctoral foundation, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Leadership, policy, evidence-based practice and quality improvement projects<\/li>\n<li>Advanced studies in pathophysiology, pharmacology and health assessment<\/li>\n<li>A focus on clinical reasoning, decision making, leadership, systems-level problem solving and clinical scholarship for nurse practitioners<\/li>\n<li>A structured sequence of didactic and practicum courses<\/li>\n<li>Advanced clinical skills development and integration seminars<\/li>\n<li>Required clinical and project hours in New Jersey to ensure practice readiness<\/li>\n<li>Preparation for national NP certification exams<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If entering without NP certification, you\u2019ll choose a concentration:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)<\/li>\n<li>Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As one of Montclair\u2019s premier graduate programs for nurses, the online DNP is designed to advance both your clinical expertise and your leadership potential.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-fifths\">\n<figure class=\"responsive-image-holder wp-caption alignnone\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-image\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/doctor-of-nursing-practice-feature2.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/9\/2025\/10\/doctor-of-nursing-practice-feature2.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\" alt=\"Woman in green blouse sits at desk with pen in hand speaking with a colleague off screen.\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column three-fifths\">\n<h2>Where a DNP Can Take You<\/h2>\n<h3>Salary Potential<\/h3>\n<p>Nurse practitioners in New Jersey earn a median wage of over $145,000 annually, according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bls.gov\/oes\/2023\/may\/oes291171.htm\">Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)<\/a>. With Montclair\u2019s Online DNP, an online doctorate in nursing designed for flexibility and value, you can have confidence in both the quality of your education and the return on your investment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<h3>Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n<p>With a DNP from Montclair, you\u2019ll be prepared to provide advanced clinical care to individuals (direct care) and shape healthcare systems by restructuring organizational processes (indirect care). Most importantly, you will have the clinical expertise needed to improve patient outcomes, implement changes or policies that elevate the efficiency of patient care and will positively affect individuals and communities. Many graduates advance into elevated roles in clinical practice, providing direct patient care as Family Nurse Practitioners or Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners, while pursuing opportunities as Clinical Directors, Directors of Clinical Services, Lead Nurse Practitioners, Care Management Nurse Practitioners, or Population Health Leads.<\/p>\n<h3>Why It Matters<\/h3>\n<p>The DNP is a terminal degree in nursing, representing the highest level of clinical practice. Earning this credential positions you not only for advanced clinical responsibilities, but also for organizational leadership roles that shape care delivery, policy and the future of the profession. The program emphasizes leadership in advanced nursing practice, preparing graduates to drive innovation, guide teams and influence the systems where healthcare decisions are made.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>A DNP that Grows with You<\/h2>\n<p>Montclair\u2019s Online DNP is built around the realities of nursing careers. With options to study full-time or part-time, year-round courses offered in 7- and 14-week formats and clear 2-, 3- and 5-year plans of study, you can move at a pace that works for your life. For many students, it\u2019s about learning how to balance full-time nursing work while earning a DNP online \u2013 and this program is structured to make that possible. Whether you enter with or without NP certification, Montclair\u2019s approach to online nursing education gives you structure without sacrificing flexibility.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band red no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Keep Working. Keep Growing. Earn Your DNP.<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button white\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button white\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/grad-inquiry\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Tuition, Aid and Partner Discounts<\/h2>\n<h3>Online DNP Tuition<\/h3>\n<table class=\"responsive-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Pathway<\/th>\n<th>Tuition<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Without NP Certification (FNP &amp; PMHNP Concentrations)<\/td>\n<td>$60,415<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>With NP Certification (No Concentration)<\/td>\n<td>$25,656 &#8211; $27,311 (depending on levels of professional experience and clinical hours completed in your master&#8217;s program)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><em>Academic Year 2025-26<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>20% Tuition Discount<\/h3>\n<p>Eligible RNs employed by Montclair\u2019s partner health systems receive a <strong>20% tuition discount<\/strong>. Current partners include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Atlantic Health System<\/li>\n<li>Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center<\/li>\n<li>St. Joseph\u2019s University Medical Center<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Financial Options<\/h3>\n<p>Students may also take advantage of <strong>payment plans<\/strong> or use <strong>employer tuition reimbursement<\/strong> programs if available through their workplace.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Resources to Help Working Nurses Succeed<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Faculty Mentorship: <\/strong>Work closely with experienced nurse educators and clinicians for guidance through doctoral-level study and clinical preparation in an online doctorate in nursing that emphasizes both rigor and support.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic Advising: <\/strong>Personalized advising to help you map your plan of study and stay on track toward completion \u2013 a key resource if you\u2019re navigating how to balance full-time nursing work while earning a DNP online.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Immersions: <\/strong>Three two-day on-campus sessions (beginning, midpoint and near completion) are required. Held in Montclair\u2019s simulation labs, these experiences provide structured touchpoints for learning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Technology &amp; Learning Support: <\/strong>24\/7 access to online platforms plus dedicated tech support to keep coursework running smoothly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Library &amp; Research Services:<\/strong> Full access to Montclair\u2019s library resources, databases and writing support for scholarly projects.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Student Services: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/online\/student-experience\/\">Career advising, counseling, and wellness resources<\/a> designed for working nurses balancing professional, academic and personal responsibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Admission Requirements<\/h2>\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<p><strong>For applicants without NP certification (BSN or MSN):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BSN or MSN from an accredited school of nursing<\/li>\n<li>Minimum GPA of 3.0<\/li>\n<li>Active RN license in New Jersey or compact-state eligibility<\/li>\n<li>At least one year of full-time clinical nursing experience<\/li>\n<li>Personal essay (1 page)<\/li>\n<li>Three letters of recommendation<\/li>\n<li>Current r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or CV<\/li>\n<li>All official transcripts<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-half\">\n<p><strong>For applicants with NP certification (MSN):<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>BSN and MSN from an accredited school of nursing<\/li>\n<li>Minimum GPA of 3.0<\/li>\n<li>Active RN license in New Jersey or compact-state eligibility<\/li>\n<li>Personal essay (1 page)<\/li>\n<li>Three letters of recommendation<\/li>\n<li>Current r\u00e9sum\u00e9 or CV<\/li>\n<li>All official transcripts<\/li>\n<li>Proof of NP certification<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p><em>Applicants with non-U.S. degrees: Please visit the <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/global\/how-to-apply\/graduate-students\/\"><em>International Applicants page<\/em><\/a><em> to review U.S. degree equivalency information.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band red no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<div class=\"prpl-row\"><div class=\"prpl-column two-thirds\">\n<h2>Ready to Redefine What\u2019s Possible in Nursing?<\/h2>\n<\/div><div class=\"prpl-column one-third\">\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button white\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Apply Now<\/a><\/span><span class=\"prpl-button white\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/register\/grad-inquiry\">Request Info<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"prpl-band no-margin\"><div class=\"text-content\">\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<dl>\n<dt>How are clinical placements coordinated and will I get help finding a preceptor in New Jersey?<\/dt>\n<dd>The School of Nursing will work with you individually to coordinate your clinical placements throughout the program. You\u2019ll also be paired with a dedicated faculty member who provides guided support throughout your clinical and scholarly practicums. Most DNP students secure preceptors through a combination of University support, personal outreach, and professional connections.<\/dd>\n<dt>Is the Online DNP at Montclair accredited?<\/dt>\n<dd>Montclair\u2019s Online DNP is a newly admitting program that does not hold Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accreditation status. The School of Nursing\u2019s baccalaureate and master\u2019s-level programs hold CCNE accreditation. We will follow the same established processes to seek accreditation for the Online DNP.<\/dd>\n<dt>Can prior graduate nursing coursework or clinical hours count toward this program?<\/dt>\n<dd>Montclair can often accept prior coursework or clinical hours you\u2019ve already completed. To determine what can transfer, the Dean or Program Director will review your background on a case-by-case basis and guide you through the evaluation process.<\/dd>\n<dt>If I move out of New Jersey during the program, can I still complete my clinical hours?<\/dt>\n<dd>Clinical experiences are arranged and supervised in New Jersey. If you relocate, you must still be able to return to the state to complete your required hours. Students must hold a New Jersey RN license or compact license that grants practice privileges in the state. These placements are designed not only to meet certification requirements but also to strengthen your skills in advanced clinical decision making through supervised, hands-on practice.<\/dd>\n<dt>How flexible is the pace if my work or family responsibilities change mid-program?<\/dt>\n<dd>The program is built for flexibility. Students can choose full-time or part-time plans of study, with both 7- and 14-week courses offered year-round. Academic advisors work with you if you need to adjust your course load, ensuring you move towards completion while balancing other responsibilities. Montclair\u2019s approach to nursing classes online makes it possible to pursue your doctorate without stepping away from your career.<\/dd>\n<dt>What kind of support will I have for the DNP project, including mentorship and resources?<\/dt>\n<dd>Every student is paired with faculty mentors who guide the design, implementation and evaluation of the DNP scholarly project. You\u2019ll also have access to academic advising, writing support and library research services. On-campus immersions provide structured opportunities to refine your project with feedback from faculty and peers, offering the kind of research, evidence-based practice, leadership and communication training that distinguishes Montclair from other nursing school programs.<\/dd>\n<dt>What technology or equipment will I need to succeed in the online format?<\/dt>\n<dd>You\u2019ll need a reliable computer with internet access, webcam and microphone for online coursework and video conferencing. The program is delivered through Montclair\u2019s learning management system, with 24\/7 platform access and technical support available to students.<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<h2>Application Checklist<\/h2>\n<p class=\"prpl-button-row\"><span class=\"prpl-button ghost-red\"><a href=\"https:\/\/graduate.montclair.edu\/apply\/\">Start your application online<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline:<\/strong> July 31st for Fall 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Online Application:<\/strong> Submit application (no application fee for online programs)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Screening Question:<\/strong> Answer the certification screening to be routed to the correct pathway (with or without NP certification)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transcripts:<\/strong> One from each college attended<\/li>\n<li><strong>Essay\/Personal Statement:<\/strong> One-page personal essay<\/li>\n<li><strong>Letters of Recommendation:<\/strong> Three required<\/li>\n<li><strong>Resume\/CV:<\/strong> Required<\/li>\n<li><strong>Other Materials:<\/strong> Proof of NP certification (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Next Steps:<\/strong> Receive admission decision, complete deposit and onboarding steps and prepare for clinical clearance in New Jersey before your first clinical course<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"program-contact-band\"><div class=\"background-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"mlt-responsive-background\" data-original-image=\"\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg\" src=\"\/responsive-media\/cache\/academics\/wp-content\/plugins\/msu-program-finder\/2025-08-07_mosaic-background-high-res.jpg.0.1x.generic.jpg\"\/><\/div><div class=\"content-container\">\n<h2>Questions? We&#8217;re Here to Help.<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re pursuing your Doctor of Nursing Practice as a BSN-prepared nurse, an MSN-prepared nurse or a certified NP, our team is ready to guide you through the admissions process and answer your program-specific questions.<\/p>\n<div class=\"contact-card-holder\"><div class=\"contact-card\"><div class=\"narrative\"><p class=\"name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.montclair.edu\/graduate\/about-school\/contact-us\/\">For the Online DNP<\/a><\/p>Have questions about applying to Montclair\u2019s Online Doctor of Nursing Practice? 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