Doctoral Nursing Academic Calendar

DNP Program

DNP Program

All DNP courses are 12 weeks with the exception of NSG 608a and NSG 608b, which are 15 weeks.

General DNP Courses

  • Spring 2026

    • Jan. 12 - April 5
  • Summer 2026

    • May 18 - Aug. 9
  • Fall 2026

    • Aug. 31 - Nov. 22
  • Spring 2027

    • Jan. 10 - April 11

NSG 608a and NSG 608b

  • Spring 2026
    • Jan. 12 - April 26

  • Summer 2026

    • May 11 - Aug. 23
  • Fall 2026

    • Aug. 31 - Dec. 13
  • Spring 2027

    • Jan. 19 - May 2
PhD Program

PhD Program

All PhD course are 12 weeks, with the following exceptions:

  • NSG 615: A one-day virtual orientation for new student. Runs prior to the initial course start date.
  • NSG 628: A two-week course prior to the start of classes. Includes a scheduled comprehensive written exam.
  • Spring 2026

    • Jan. 12 - April 5
    • NSG 628: Dec. 29 - Jan. 9
  • Summer 2026

    • May 18 - Aug. 9
    • NSG 628: May 4 - 17
  • Fall 2026

    • Aug. 31 - Nov. 22
    • NSG 615: Aug. 20 (9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EST)
    • NSG 628: Aug. 13 (8 a.m. - 5p.m. EST)
  • Spring 2027

    • Jan. 19 - April 11
    • NSG 628: Jan. 4 - Jan. 17