Master of Nursing Degree for Enrolled DNP Students

If you have not already earned a Master of Nursing (MN) degree from the University of Washington, you have the option to earn an MN while your are enrolled in the Doctor of Nursing Practice program. To do so, you maintain your DNP student status while fulfilling the requirements for this "MN in passing." At no time will you be considered an MN student.

The requirements for earning your MN degree are very similar to the requirements for enrolled MN students. If you wish to pursue an MN in passing, follow these steps:

1. Establish your DNP supervisory committee. Your DNP supervisory committee will oversee your MN as well as your DNP work.
2. Review the MN degree requirements with your supervisory committee chair to ensure that you will complete the requirements to earn an MN.
3. Decide, with your committee, to complete either a master's thesis or a scholarly project.
4. Read the master's student thesis/project website for information on the requirements for your thesis or scholarly project.
5. During your final quarter of taking thesis or MN project credits, follow these four steps from the MN final quarter website:
   1. Submit your Master's Degree Request. Indicate that you are a doctoral student.
   2. Meet with your committee chair.
   3. Schedule your final exam.
   4. Turn in your paperwork to Academic Services.