BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Admission and Selection

Admission into the WSU BSN to DNP - FNP is highly competitive and selective. 

• The BSN to DNP - FNP program utilizes an online application process.
• Applicants must be a graduate of a regionally accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree that is accredited by one of the following agencies:
  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

  • National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA)

• Applicants must possess a current unencumbered RN license or be eligible to obtain licensure without restriction to practice as an RN in Utah (or a compact state).
• Minimum two (2) years of full-time RN work experience or four (4) years of part-time RN work experience (post NCLEX-RN) by the application deadline. 
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

In 2026, there will be approximately 16 students admitted to begin in a summer cohort (May 2026), and then a 2nd cohort of approximately 16 student (32 total in the year) admitted to begin in the fall (August 2026). Applicant ranking includes:

• GPA: Cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher (on a 4.0 scale); includes all college-level coursework
• Vita/Resume
• Focused Essay/Professional Statement
• Structured Video Response (SVR)
• Veteran Status
• Current work experience as an RN (2 years minimum by the application deadline)

 

1. Read the Post BSN to DNP-FNP Applicant Checklist for the Fall 2026 Cohort [August 24, 2026 start date] (PDF)
2. Apply for the Fall 2026 DNP - FNP cohort here (link will be visible once the applications are open.

Questions?

If you would like to discuss the BSN to DNP - FNP program and the details related to applying, please contact:

Tiffany Bennett, BS
Nursing Graduate Studies Advisor & Enrollment Specialist
tiffanybennett@weber.edu
801-626-6122