Regis College’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program has been ranked in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Schools Rankings.

Regis makes a doctorate accessible through personalized tracks for students who have earned their bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing. DNP students are taught to evaluate the theoretical bases for nursing, synthesize evidence from research and theory, and generate knowledge through research and evidence-based practice, both in the classroom and in clinical settings.

According to U.S. News, nurses who earn a Doctor of Nursing Practice can use the science of nursing to improve care for patients. U.S. News also shares that its rankings assess research activity, faculty resources, student excellence and qualitative ratings from experts.