Top DNP Programs in Maryland
Practice doctorates for nurses, entered after a BSN or an MSN.
4 schools in Maryland reported DNP-level nursing awards to IPEDS or have a verified DNP program profile. DNP Programs in all states
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / CCNE directory
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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (4)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coppin State University | Baltimore, MD | Public | BSN, MSN-Public Health, Post-Master's, DNP | CCNE |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD | Private nonprofit | MSN, Post-Master's, Post-Master's-PMHNP, DNP-Leadership, PhD | CCNE |
| Salisbury University | Salisbury, MD | Public | BSN, MSN, Post-Master's-FNP, DNP | CCNE |
| University of Maryland, Baltimore | Baltimore, MD | Public | BSN, MSN, Grad Cert, DNP, PhD | — |