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Please visit our state authorizations page to see whether this program is available in your area.
RN-MSN Nurse Practitioner Concentrations:
Our 100% online (excluding clinicals and residencies) RN to MSN program* is for registered nurses with an associate degree who want to achieve their MSN degree and become nurse practitioners. The program focuses on the advanced clinical skills that are in high demand, professionalism, and evidence-based practice for improved patient outcomes. We offer three concentrations to give you the opportunity to align your education with your career goals: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care and Psychiatric/Mental Health.
Our integrated exam preparation courses provide dedicated study resources that lead to impressive passing rates and graduate success. Wilkes nurses have pass rates on board certification exams that are consistently above the national average.
*A pass-through bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) is not granted as part of the RN to MSN program.
Applicants will be evaluated on an individual basis based on the following criteria.
Note: One year of RN clinical experience is required by the start of NP clinical courses (typically in Year 2 of the program).
These admissions requirements represent the minimum eligibility requirements for programs. Admission committee members reserve the right to request additional information from candidates as needed for a more in-depth review of qualifications.
Transfer Credits: All graduate programs will allow 9 total transfer credits (must be a 3.0 or higher).
* Students who graduated from a non-programmatically accredited institution and meet all other admission requirements will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Admission is not guaranteed.
** 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
Wilkes University prides itself on providing quality education to all who are willing, regardless of their socioeconomic, ethnic or religious background. You’ll find our competitively priced tuition and caliber of faculty hard to beat — save $10k by enrolling in our RN to MSN program as compared to first getting your bachelor's and then your master's in nursing. Your return on investment is looking good!
Average
Total program cost
$13,720
Time to complete
14 months
+
Average
Total program cost
$35,800
Time to complete
30 months
vs
Total program cost
$39,312
Time to complete
36 months
Source: Proprietary research
Note: A pass-through bachelor's degree is not granted as part of the RN-MSN program.
Our Clinical Placement Team provides proactive support and assistance. Securing a clinical site takes a lot of work; there’s no way around it, except at Wilkes. And there’s more:
* 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)
The Wilkes Clinical Placement team works with you to offer a high-quality placement experience that is compliant, meets the University and national guidance for clinical requirements and prepares you for success in your future practice.
The Placement Team will collaborate with you to help you secure quality placement sites and preceptors. In addition to completing a Placement Intake Form, you will be responsible for completing all of your clinical clearance requirements prior to the start of your first clinical rotation.
This course is designed to facilitate the transition of RN students from other educational routes to baccalaureate education and professional nursing practice. The course focuses in particular on the integration of knowledge, skills and attitudes in the development of the professional nursing role to enhance quality outcomes for individuals, families and populations across all healthcare settings and in complex healthcare environments. Students will begin advancing their knowledge on the transformational concepts related to a master’s education in nursing. (Credits: 7)
To see the full program curriculum, access your free program guide.
This course prepares the RN to MSN student for professional role development in emerging healthcare delivery systems. Students will be required to synthesize knowledge from previous nursing and supportive courses to manage care in an area of clinical practice consistent with career goals. Students will continue advancing their knowledge of the transformational concepts related to a master’s education in nursing. (Prerequisite: NSG-410; Clinical hours: 45; Credits: 3)
Offered in Spring 2021, accompanied with NSG 411 (Credits: 1).
Wilkes is a brick-and-mortar university with online programs, so you’re getting a quality education without having to pay more for an online-only program.”
Craig Patton, Master of Science in Nursing
Submit your information to access a comprehensive digital program guide. One of our dedicated admissions counselors will contact you shortly to discuss next steps.
Becoming a nurse practitioner is a smart move for career advancement. Nurses are in demand in hospital settings and a variety of other practice areas, and the need will only increase as our country's population ages. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, projected job growth for NPs is expected to increase 52% by 2029, and the average NP salary is $111,680.
Wilkes academic programs are helping to fulfill the great demand for nurse practitioners in the U.S. Our MSN program curriculum develops you in the following areas so that you can:
We do the heavy lifting for you. For more information on the nursing clinicals 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.
Yes, financial aid is available to qualifying nursing students. Please fill out a form or schedule an appointment with an admissions counselor to learn if you qualify for financial assistance. You can also give us a call at 888-413-5633. We're happy to help!
Tuition for the RN to MSN program depends on the concentration chosen.
Excluding nursing clinicals and residencies, all coursework is 100% online. Each course experience is primarily asynchronous.
Length of completion for the RN to MSN program depends on the concentration chosen.
Our three MSN concentrations give you the opportunity to align your advanced degree with your career goals in the nursing field. Choose the track you’re most passionate about and explore curriculum, tuition, admission requirements and more.
We support and applaud lifelong learning. Our online graduate nursing programs are a prime example. As a non-profit university, the success of our students is a high priority. We’ve developed our suite of online nursing degrees for working professionals who may not be able to fit a traditional education into their busy lives.
We’re proud to offer accredited and affordable online nursing degrees. You’ll find a supportive environment here as you work toward the next step in your nursing career. You will be set up for success in your program and profession! Need to know more? Click the links to the right to explore the site, or the link below to get in touch with an admissions counselor who can answer your questions.
We’re here to talk about everything Wilkes, everything nursing and anything you need to make the right choice for your career. We'll even help with the application process. Call us at 888-413-5633 or click the link below to fill out a form and start the conversation. We can’t wait!
Our online nursing degree programs prepare graduates to take the national board certification exam appropriate to their degree or chosen NP concentration. ABSN graduates are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). Please see our full list of state authorizations to determine whether our program fulfills requirements for licensure in your home state. For the online ABSN program, your primary state of residence must be PA. Wilkes University will not be able to place any students who move to an unauthorized state before or during the program and this may impact your ability to continue with the program.
Your PSOR is the state in which you declare as your primary residence for legal purposes. Sources used to verify your PSOR may include driver's license, federal income tax return, or voter registration. Only one state can be identified as the primary state of legal residence.
To proceed with the Associate Degree in Nursing (R.N.) to M.S.N. program, you are required to have an associate’s degree in nursing and hold a current unencumbered R.N. license.
If you don’t meet these requirements but would still like further information, please contact us.
To proceed with the M.S.N. program, you are required to have a bachelor’s degree in nursing and hold a current unencumbered R.N. license.
If you don’t meet these requirements but would still like further information, please contact us.
To proceed with either the D.N.P., Ph.D. or the Post Graduate A.P.R.N. Certification programs, you are required to have a master’s degree in nursing and hold a current unencumbered R.N. license.
If you don’t meet these requirements but would still like further information, please contact us.
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