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Provide Greater Continuity of Care Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) — Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner Concentrations:
Advance Your Career with In-Demand Skills
At Wilkes University, you can advance your career from registered nurse to nurse practitioner in as little as two years with our online MSN-NP program. Depending on your career goals, you can specialize in one of three concentrations:
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
The online MSN-NP program focuses on advanced clinical skills in high demand and evidence-based practice for improved patient outcomes. Coursework is asynchronous and 100% online. Clinical rotations and on-campus residencies hone your skills with actual patients in the real world.
Our integrated exam preparation courses provide dedicated study resources that lead to impressive pass rates and graduate success. Wilkes' nursing students have pass rates on board-certification exams consistently above the national average.
Once enrolled, we connect you with a dedicated Student Success Advisor who helps navigate your educational journey through to graduation and ensures you have the resources you need to succeed in the program.
Admission Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing with a 3.0 GPA*
- Unencumbered RN license
- Current resume
- Check state authorization
All applicants are reviewed on an individual basis.
*Applications presenting a history of disciplinary action on professional licenses will be subject to an additional review process by the Special Licensure Discrepancy Committee of the University.
Applications are currently being accepted for Fall 2024
More Affordable Than You Think
Wilkes' MSN program is highly affordable compared to national competitors. Our tuition is just $728 per credit hour, meaning the full program tuition cost ranges from $29,120 to $31,304 depending on which concentration you choose. Moreover, we offer several forms of financial aid to qualifying nursing students. To learn more about financial aid options, access your free program guide.
See how Wilkes' tuition compares to competitors in the table below.
| Compare Programs | Wilkes University MSN-NP | Regis College MSN-NP | Chamberlain University MSN-NP | Duquesne University MSN-NP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Tuition & Fees | $37,128 - $39,312 |
$45,540 - $48,510 |
$42,885 - $45,205 |
$66,856 - $68,992 |
| Total Number of Credits | 40 - 43 | 46 - 64 | 45 - 48 | 42 - 44 |
| Months to Complete | 24 - 28 | 28 - 36 | 32 | 36 |
| Starts Per Year | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 |
Source: Proprietary research
Clinical Placement Services
If you’re ready to advance your career as a nurse practitioner, we’re here to help. Clinical placement services are built into the program's cost so you can focus on your coursework and the core competencies you need to succeed. Our dedicated clinical placement team assists with the time-consuming logistics of identifying and securing quality placement sites and preceptors and ensures the rotations meet University and national guidelines.
* 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)
