Doctor of Nursing Practice Careers
Earning your online Doctor of Nursing Practice degree can lead to higher-level positions and greater influence in shaping health care policies and practices.
The demand for nurse practitioners is growing much faster than average when compared to other fields, with the overall employment expected to increase by 35% from 2024 to 2034, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
You can earn a higher salary than you would as an RN. In 2024, the median pay for a nurse practitioner was around $132,000 a year, as opposed to $93,600 for RN’s.
Our non-clinical track allows you to pursue roles in healthcare administration, policy development, or education. You might work as a healthcare executive, a policy advisor, or a program director, focusing on improving healthcare systems, leading organizational change, or educating future healthcare professionals.