Tip - DNP - PhD Program Comparison

The DNP degree is a practice doctorate.  The PhD is a research doctorate. Graduates of PhD programs are prepared to conduct independent research and disseminate their findings. The DNP will provide graduates with the skills and tools necessary to assess the evidence gained through nursing research, evaluate the impact of that research on their practice, and as necessary, make changes to enhance quality of care. Scholarship is an integral part of both doctoral degrees.