Is a DNP Worth It? Options, Reality, and Regret-Proofing

May 1, 2025

Thinking about going back to school to earn your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) but feeling overwhelmed by what it actually means? In this episode, I break down what the DNP is, who it’s for, how it compares to an MSN or PhD, and share perspectives from DNP and DNAP-prepared nurses.

I outline:

• What the DNP really is (and how it’s different from a PhD)
• Why some nurses pursue it, and others don’t
• The difference between a DNP and a DNAP
• What to expect from a DNP program (time, cost, and the infamous DNP project)
• How to reverse-engineer your decision based on your future goals

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