These are the 16 most economically affordable online DNPs in Nurse Practitioner in the US, according to the National Center for Education Statistics. Online doctorate programs in nurse practitioner bot being terribly thick on the ground, we forewent the scientific approach and simply ranked these schools by their online, hourly, graduate tuition rate.
#1 – Delta State University
Cleveland, Mississippi
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Enrollment: 3,584
Tuition: $6,739
Delta State University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is an 80 credit hour program from BSN to DNP. With a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1, the program requires three current letters of reference and an analytic GRE score of at least 3.0. Delta State University charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $393 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#2 – Missouri State University
Springfield, Missouri
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Enrollment: 23,538
Tuition: $9.324
Missouri State University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is an 80 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner pathway. With a student to faculty ratio of 22 to 1, the program asks for three completed reference forms and $35 application fee as part of the admission packet. Missouri State University charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $452.52 per credit hour for this program, regardless of residency. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
#3 – Jacksonville State University
Jacksonville, Alabama
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Enrollment: 8,514
Tuition: $18,336
Jacksonville State University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 60 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner track. With a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1, the program asks for an unencumbered RN license anywhere in the US and three professional references. Jacksonville State University charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $461 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#4 – University of Missouri-Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
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Enrollment: 16,372
Tuition: $23,067
The University of Missouri-Kansas City has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 74 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, women's health nurse practitioner track. With a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1, the program requires a personal interview for admission. The University of Missouri-Kansas City charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $500 per credit hour for this program, regardless of residency. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
#5 – University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
Online DNP
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Enrollment: 27,565
Tuition: $22,176
The University of Kansas has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 75 credit hour program resulting in an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner major. With a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1, the program is looking for applicants with graduate level statistics coursework and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with 3.5+ being preferred. The University of Kansas offers an online, graduate tuition rate of $521.15 per credit hour, regardless of residency. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
#6 – Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Virginia
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Enrollment: 24,322
Tuition: $25,548
Old Dominion University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 36 credit hour program open to holders of nurse practitioner degrees. With a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1, the program requires an advanced practice nursing degree, but not a GRE score for admission. Old Dominion University charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $568 per credit hour. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#7 – University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama
DNP Online
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Enrollment: 15,569
Tuition: $15,156
The University of South Alabama has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 69 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner. With a student to faculty ratio of 18 to 1, the program requires a statement of goals, but no letters of reference for admission. The University of South Alabama charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $594 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#8 – University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida
Online DNP
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Enrollment: 2,240
Tuition: $27,335
The University of Florida has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 75 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner. With a student to faculty ratio of 49 to 1, the program requires a BSN from an accredited institution and a GPA of 3.0 out of 4 for upper division coursework. The University of Florida offers an online, graduate, non-resident tuition rate of $631.19 per credit hour. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#9 – The University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas
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Enrollment: 3,302
Tuition: $16,867
The University of Texas Medical Branch has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 42 credit hour program including coursework in informatics in the transformation of healthcare and the economics of healthcare. With a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1, the program requires a degree as a nurse practitioner for admittance. The University of Texas Medical Branch charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $758.17 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#10 – University of Nevada Las Vegas
Las Vegas, Nevada
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Enrollment: 30,471
Tuition: $19,332
The University of Nevada Las Vegas has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 68 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP advanced family nurse practitioner track. With a student to faculty ratio of 20 to 1, the program does not require a GRE score for admission, but they do ask for a cumulative GPA of 3.2 on a 4.0 scale. The University of Nevada Las Vegas charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $795.75 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
#11 – Loyola University
New Orleans, Louisiana
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Enrollment: 3,759
Tuition: $14,724
Loyola University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 78 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner track. With a student to faculty ratio of 11 to 1, the program requests two references, work experience, and a statement of purpose with the application packet. Loyola University charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $818 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges.
#12 – Michigan State University
East Lansing, Michigan
Online DNP
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Enrollment: 50,340
Tuition: $32,940
Michigan State University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 60 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner degree. With a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1, the program asks for a 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA over the last two years of undergraduate study. Michigan State University offers an online, graduate tuition rate of $830 per credit hour, regardless of residency. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
#13 – Maryville University of Saint Louis
Saint Louis, Missouri
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Enrollment: 6,828
Tuition: $14,346
The Maryville University of Saint Louis has an online doctor of nursing practice with a nurse practitioner specialization degree that is a 68-77 credit hour program depending on your specialization: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care; Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner; Adult-Gerontology Acute Care; Psychiatric Mental Health; and Family Nurse Practitioner. With a student to faculty ratio of 13 to 1, the program requires a BSN from an ACEN/CCNE accredited program. The Maryville University of Saint Louis charges an online, graduate tuition rate of $897 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
#14 – New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, New Mexico
Online DNP
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Enrollment: 14,852
Tuition: $14,254
New Mexico State University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 72-73 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner track. With a student to faculty ratio of 16 to 1, the program accepts only full-time enrollees for the BSN to DNP pathway. New Mexico State University charges an online, out of state, graduate full-time rate of $929.90 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
#15 – University of Michigan – Flint
Flint, Michigan
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Enrollment: 8,044
Tuition: $15,593
The University of Michigan-Flint has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 67-78 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner pathway. With a student to faculty ratio of 14 to 1, the program is looking for individuals with a 3.2 out of 4.0 overall undergraduate GPA. The University of Michigan – Flint charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $976.25 per credit hour. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.
#16 – West Virginia University
Morgantown, West Virginia
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Enrollment: 28,488
Tuition: $23,238
West Virginia University has an online doctor of nursing practice degree that is a 62 credit hour program for the BSN to DNP, family nurse practitioner. With a student to faculty ratio of 19 to 1, the program requires a 3.0 out of 4.0 GPA on all nursing coursework. West Virginia University charges an online, out of state, graduate tuition rate of $1,555 per credit hour for this program. The school is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Schools and Colleges.