Doctor of Nursing (DN)

• At least 3 years of healthcare or related organization leadership experience in a mid-level to senior leadership role.
• A Master’s Degree in Nursing, Psychiatric Nursing or related fields, or an equivalent from a recognized institution, with a grade point average equivalent to 3.00 or better (on the University of Calgary 4-point system).
  • Students must have successfully completed graduate-level courses in quantitative and
    qualitative research methods and statistics.
  • Degrees and grades from foreign institutions are evaluated for their equivalency to those of the University of Calgary. Prospective applicants with international degrees are encouraged to contact the Faculty of Nursing.
  • Exceptional candidates with a Bachelor’s degree and with substantial senior or executive managerial experience may be considered. Prospective applicants in this situation are encouraged to contact the Faculty of Nursing to discuss their background and admission opportunities.
• Proficiency in the English language is essential for the pursuit and successful completion of graduate programs at the University of Calgary. Applicants whose primary language is not English must fulfill the English language proficiency requirement as outlined in the Faculty of Graduate Studies Calendar.
• Submission/completion of the following admission processes:
  • A personal statement. Applicants may include information about their personal context, reasons for making an application to the DN program, and/or professional/personal objectives.
  • A current resume/curriculum vitae with examples of the applicant’s written work (e.g., publications, research reports/proposals, master’s thesis, etc.).
  • Two references - One academic and one professional.

Optional opportunity to meet with faculty will be available

Students will be assigned a faculty supervisor to assist with the identification and development of a work-integrated project. Students will be required to provide a workplace mentor to support their project work. If students have not identified this mentor prior to the start of program, support will be offered to meet this requirement.

Technology Requirements  

To successfully engage in learning experiences at the University of Calgary, students taking online, remote and blended courses are required to have reliable access to the following technology:

• A computer with a supported operating system, as well as the latest security, and malware updates.
• A current and updated web browser. 
• Webcam (built-in or external).
• Microphone and speaker (built-in or external), or headset with microphone.
• Current antivirus and/or firewall software enabled.
• Broadband internet connection.