Post-BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Emphasis
Prospective Students
The full-time, post-bachelor’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program with an emphasis in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) prepares nurses to deliver compassionate, evidence-based mental health care across the lifespan. This program combines advanced clinical training with a focus on mental health assessment, diagnosis, and therapeutic interventions for individuals, families, and groups. Graduates are equipped to lead in a variety mental health settings, improving access to care and promoting holistic mental wellness in their communities. PMHNP students will complete four semesters of psychotherapy and clinical experiences in and around their communities, which are arranged with the help of a clinical coordinator.
The DNP is a practice doctorate focusing on nursing competencies and improving health outcomes through advocacy, management, and applying research-based evidence into practice. The DNP degree differs from a Ph.D., a research-focused degree that generates new science/knowledge and focuses heavily on scientific content and research methodology.
Program Information
- Full-time
- Many students work part-time during the DNP-PMHNP program. However, due to the rigor and intensity of the course, lab, project, and clinical requirements, DNP-PMHNP students are discouraged from working full-time while enrolled.
- 7 Semesters
- Course Format: Face-to-face labs, Online, and Hybrid courses
- Cohort Size: 16 students are accepted every spring semester
- Applicants to this program need a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and a minimum or two years of full-time RN work experience or four years of part-time RN work experience (post NCLEX-RN) by the application deadline.
- Accreditation
- Program of Study
Costs
Total Estimated Tuition & Fees: $35,000-$39,500
Handbooks
Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing Student Handbook
DNP Program Student Handbook
Eligibility & Prerequisites
Preadmission Advising
Tiffany Bennett, BS
Nursing Graduate Studies Advisor & Enrollment Specialist
Marriott Allied Health Building, Room 420
801-626-6122
tiffanybennett@weber.edu
How to Apply
1. Fill out the DNP-PMHNP application (the link will be available when the application is open)
- January 11, 2027, start date
- Applications open April 13, 2026, and close September 15, 2026, at 11:59 pm.
- Application fee: $60
Needed for application:
- Vita/Resume
- Personal Statement
- SVR
- Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
Notification
- January 11, 2027, start date:
- Notification of acceptance or declination to applicants will be in October 2026.