Note: The length of time listed is based on the total amount of required courses for each program. An analysis of previous coursework may shorten total length of time to complete.

Course length is 12 weeks (the last two courses are 15 weeks), and the Doctor of Nursing Practice takes 10 courses / 6 terms / 2 years

An elective practicum course is available for students entering the M.S.-D.N.P. program with less than 400 hours from their master’s degree and post graduate certificate programs. This course provides students with additional time to complete the required 1000 hours for the D.N.P. degree, prior to the start of the D.N.P. project.

Yes, they're accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*.

*The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing/doctor of nursing practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

No, there are no GRE or GMAT requirements to enroll. 

Information can be found on our Get Started page, and by completing the form at the top of the page. Or, you can contact an admissions advisor by emailing us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu, calling us at  888-413-5633 , or scheduling a time to chat. .

Note: The length of time listed is based on the total amount of required courses for each program. An analysis of previous coursework may shorten total length of time to complete.
Course length is 12 weeks, and each program varies: 

Post-Graduate/APRN Certificate program:

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration: 12 courses / 5 terms / 1.67 years
• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) concentration:  10 courses / 4 terms / 1.3 years 
• Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration: 11 courses / 5 terms / 1.67 years

Yes, they're accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*.

*The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing/doctor of nursing practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

No, there are no GRE or GMAT requirements to enroll. 

We do the heavy lifting for you. For more information on the nursing clinical placement process, visit our Clinical Placement Services page, access your free program guide , or email us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu. You can also call us directly at  888-413-5633 or schedule a time to speak with us. 

Information can be found on our Get Started page, and by completing the form at the top of the page. Or, you can contact an admissions advisor by emailing us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu, calling us at  888-413-5633 , or scheduling a time to chat. .

Note: The length of time listed is based on the total amount of required courses for each program. An analysis of previous coursework may shorten total length of time to complete.
Course length is 15 weeks, and each program varies: 

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) — Nurse Practitioner (NP) program:

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration: 16 courses / 7 terms / 2.3 years
• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) concentration: 14 courses / 6 terms / 2 years
• Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration: 15 courses / 7 terms / 2.3 years

Yes, they're accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*.

*The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing/doctor of nursing practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

No, there are no GRE or GMAT requirements to enroll. 

We do the heavy lifting for you. For more information on the nursing clinical placement process, visit our Clinical Placement Services page, access your free program guide , or email us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu. You can also call us directly at  888-413-5633 or schedule a time to speak with us. 

Information can be found on our Get Started page, and by completing the form at the top of the page. Or, you can contact an admissions advisor by emailing us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu, calling us at  888-413-5633 , or scheduling a time to chat. .

Note: The length of time listed is based on the total amount of required courses for each program. An analysis of previous coursework may shorten total length of time to complete.
Course length is 15 weeks, and each program varies. 

Associate Degree in Nursing (RN) to Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) — Nurse Practitioner program:

• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) concentration: 19 courses / 9 terms / 3 years
• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) concentration: 17 courses / 8 terms / 2.6 years
• Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) concentration: 18 courses / 9 terms / 3 years

Yes, they're accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*.

*The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing/doctor of nursing practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

No, there are no GRE or GMAT requirements to enroll. 

We do the heavy lifting for you. For more information on the nursing clinical placement process, visit our Clinical Placement Services page, access your free program guide , or email us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu. You can also call us directly at  888-413-5633 or schedule a time to speak with us. 

Information can be found on our Get Started page, and by completing the form at the top of the page. Or, you can contact an admissions advisor by emailing us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu, calling us at  888-413-5633 , or scheduling a time to chat. .

Yes, they're accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)*.

*The baccalaureate degree in nursing/master’s degree in nursing/doctor of nursing practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Wilkes University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).

No, there are no GRE or GMAT requirements to enroll. 

Information can be found on our Get Started page, and by completing the form at the top of the page. Or, you can contact an admissions advisor by emailing us at admissions@onlinenursingdegrees.wilkes.edu, calling us at  888-413-5633 , or scheduling a time to chat. .

Note: The length of time listed is based on the total amount of required courses for each program. An analysis of previous coursework may shorten total length of time to complete.

Course length is 15 weeks, and the PhD in Nursing takes 17 courses / 9 terms/ 3 years (on average — depending on dissertation)