Online Doctor of Nursing Practice
Power-Up Your Nursing Practice
Go from RN to doctorally credentialed practitioner who elevates and innovates health care with the online Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program from New Mexico Highlands University. The highest academic achievement in the field of nursing, this empowering program prepares you for direct patient care roles and to lead interdisciplinary teams with the goal of improving or transforming delivery and treatment outcomes for New Mexicans.
Guided by expert faculty, each cohort is capped at eight students, ensuring personalized attention. Plus, an asynchronous format means you can study on your own schedule. Practicum hours complement your online coursework.
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16 months
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Deliver Excellence in Advanced Care
The DNP focuses on applying scientific knowledge, leadership theories and practice expertise. In addition to completing coursework 100% online, you will undertake practice projects and a residency, all geared toward attaining an advanced set of competencies needed to excel as a top nursing professional.
Fill Critical Gaps in Health Care Access
An NMHU online DNP opens doors to high-impact career opportunities, from nurse educator to clinical manager to chief nursing officer. Refine your expertise in quality improvement, evidence-based protocols and policy in preparation to fill gaps left by health professional shortages as the nation’s aging population increases the demand for medical care.1
Career Outlook with a Doctor in Nursing Practice
Postsecondary nursing instructors and teacher roles are expected to grow 7% from 2024 to 2034.1
Clinical manager roles have many openings which may be the result of workers exiting the workplace via retirement.2
New Mexico Highlands University – Transforming Lives
At New Mexico Highlands University, we foster creativity, critical thinking and research in the liberal arts and sciences. As a premier comprehensive university, we transform lives and communities through education with our range of on-campus and online programs.
Accessible, Seamless Online Learning
Online students at New Mexico Highlands University have access to the same quality education that students experience on campus. Our faculty ensures that you are challenged through engaging coursework and ongoing communication while still maintaining the flexibility you need in your busy life. Small classes ensure that you get to know your classmates and benefit from a supportive, cohesive online learning environment.
Sources
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Postsecondary Teachers. Retrieved Feb. 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Occupational Outlook Handbook. Medical and Health Services Managers. Retrieved Feb. 2026, from https://www.bls.gov/.