/0x166:1920x915/prod01/channel_34/media/seattle-university/academics/all-programs/images/Seattle-University-Fountain-mw.jpg)
Nursing, Health Systems Leader, Post-Master's DNP
Seattle University’s Health Systems Leader Doctor of Nursing Practice degree empowers current master's prepared nursing professionals for leadership roles. Full and Part-time options available.
Request Information
About this Program
Post-Master’s DNP: Prepare for Nursing Leadership Roles
Seattle University's post-master's Health Systems Leader DNP program prepares you for nursing leadership positions and roles within complex health care systems. The program equips mission-driven professionals to be proactive change agents, applying research-based practice to address larger systemic challenges, often inspired by clinical questions from their own work or community.
With flexible start options in summer or fall and full- or part-time study, you can balance work and education. You can also expand your practice by pursuing additional advanced practice education alongside your DNP, with advisors helping you create a personalized plan.
Lock In Current Grad PLUS Benefits Before They’re Gone
Major federal loan changes take effect July 1, 2026—including the elimination of Grad PLUS Loans for new graduate borrowers, lower annual and lifetime borrowing limits. Start your program in 2025-2026 academic year, file a FAFSA and borrow a Grad PLUS loan, and you’ll be grandfathered into today’s Grad PLUS borrowing terms—allowing you to borrow up to your cost of attendance.
No Application Fee
We are committed to removing barriers to graduate education by waiving the application fee for all applicants.
Where Ambition Meets Opportunity
CCNE Accredited
Seattle University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Job Placement Rate
For Seattle University Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) grads.
Top-Ranked Nursing School
Seattle University is a leader in WA state and among the top in the U.S. —College Factual, 2024
Virtual Information Sessions
Have questions about Seattle University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice programs? Attend a one-hour virtual information session to learn more about the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, meet a knowledgeable admissions representative, and get answers to your questions about our programs, the application process and more.
/400x0:2000x1600/prod01/channel_34/media/seattle-university/college-of-nursing/images/NursingMidWiferyProgram_yck_054.jpg)
State-of-the-Art Clinical Performance Lab
The Clinical Performance Lab is a state-of-the-art, 20,000 square foot facility located a few blocks from the Seattle University main campus at Swedish Cherry Hill Medical Center. You’ll take your classroom knowledge and practice in a safe clinical environment with realistic patient scenarios.
Uniquely Situated in The Dynamic Heart of Seattle
Only steps away from ‘Pill Hill’— so called because of the density of several major medical centers, giving students easy access to clinical classes in a variety of settings.
From Our Alumni
DoQuyen Huynh
"Seattle University’s DNP degree enabled me to take the next step in my career; that is, to address the primary care shortage crisis by giving nurse practitioners the tools they need to succeed in complex community health settings."
DNP, FNP, ARNP, Class of 2014
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) CCNE Accredited
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing/Doctor of Nursing Practice program and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Seattle University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Featured Faculty
Discover More Programs to Explore
Get in Touch
We’re here to help. For information about DNP degrees at Seattle University, contact:
Oz Sener, MEd
/29x0:1200x1496/prod01/channel_34/media/seattle-university/college-of-nursing/images/staff/Oz-Sener.jpg)