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University of Central Florida Online Nursing Executive DNP
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Online Nursing Executive DNP

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Apply by: May 1 for Fall 2026

UCF’s online Doctorate of Nursing Practice Executive Program is a dynamic and engaging terminal degree that provides you with a deeper knowledge of leading and researching in the healthcare environment. Students learn how to analyze social, economic, political and scientific data while making an impact on policy and standards of care. This specialized program provides the opportunity to network with healthcare experts and address current and forthcoming challenges in a team-centered environment. Upon graduation, you will be well-prepared to head a wide variety of clinical and administrative environments.

Quick facts about the program:

  • No GRE required. Fully accredited.
  • Convenient, flexible and affordable with reduced tuition and fee waiver
  • Cohort, part-time program
  • Open to nurses who have earned a master’s degree
  • Nationally recognized by U.S. News & World Report among the “Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs
  • Application Deadlines
    • May 1 for Fall 2026
    • September 1 for Spring 2027

Meet a Graduate.

Cathleen Wheatley

CATHLEEN WHEATLEY DNP, RN, CENP

Through UCF’s Nurse Executive DNP program, Cathleen gained a deeper level of understanding in assessing the robustness of nursing evidence and how best to apply it into practice using a scholarly approach. She approaches executive decisions with deeper insight and is empowered to make system changes that benefit both nursing practice and patient care



The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master’s degree in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and advanced practice post-master’s certificates at the College of Nursing at University of Central Florida are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, D.C., 20001, (t: 202-887-6791).

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Your future starts today. Make a lasting impact in nursing and gain an edge over the competition.

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