Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Duration: 3 Year(s)
Mayo Clinic, Rochester
Rochester, Minnesota, USA
Course TypeDoctorate
Course Specialty
General Nursing
Overview
The Nurse-Midwifery Doctoral Program at Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences prepares registered nurses to become highly skilled certified nurse-midwives and leaders in maternal healthcare. The program combines advanced academic coursework with extensive clinical training within the Mayo Clinic healthcare system. Students gain comprehensive knowledge in maternal-fetal health, reproductive care, prenatal assessment, labor and delivery management, postpartum care, and newborn health. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based practice, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration with obstetricians, pediatricians, and other healthcare professionals. Clinical rotations provide hands-on experience in hospital and outpatient settings where students manage normal and high-risk pregnancies under expert supervision. The program also focuses on leadership, healthcare quality improvement, and research in maternal and women’s health. Graduates are well prepared to provide independent midwifery care, promote safe childbirth practices, and improve maternal health outcomes in diverse healthcare settings.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (USD):
70000 (Total)
Stipend (INR):
No stipend is typically provided as the program is a full-time academic and clinical doctoral training program.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution
- Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Clinical nursing experience, preferably in women’s health or maternity care
- Strong academic background in nursing and health sciences
- Submission of official academic transcripts
- Letters of recommendation from academic or professional referees
- Personal statement outlining professional goals in midwifery practice
- English language proficiency for international applicants if applicable
Minimum Education
BSc Nursing
Admission Process:
- Visit the official Mayo Clinic School of Health Sciences admissions portal.
- Select the Nurse-Midwifery Doctoral Program and create an online applicant account.
- Complete the application form and upload required documents.
- Submit academic transcripts, curriculum vitae, and a personal statement.
- Provide professional or academic letters of recommendation.
- Eligible applicants may be invited for interviews with faculty and program directors.
- Final admission decisions are issued by the admissions committee.
