Online MSN Programs
Provide greater continuity of care
Gain autonomy as a nurse practitioner (NP) by earning your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) online from Wilkes University. BSN holders can earn their MSN in as little as two years, while those with an ASN/ADN can graduate in three years or less.
Our program is designed with your future in mind, investing in the development of advanced clinical skills and evidence-based practices that empower you to deliver improved patient outcomes. With 100% online, asynchronous coursework, you can balance your studies with your professional and personal life. Clinical rotations provide the practical experience you need to excel, honing your skills with real-world patient care. To support your success, our integrated exam prep courses offer dedicated resources that contribute to consistently high pass rates on board-certification exams—well above the national average. Once you enroll, you’ll be paired with a dedicated Student Success Counselor who will guide you from day one through graduation, ensuring you have all the support and resources you need to excel.
Recognized and respected in nursing
Wilkes University is a small non-profit university that gives you big opportunities—and that’s just as true of our virtual campus. For more than 80 years, Wilkes has been dedicated to the success of our students through academic excellence, educational access and return on investment.
High Quality,
Low Cost
Save nearly half on our competitive online MSN tuition without compromising quality.
Exceptional
Exam Rates
Graduate with confidence-Wilkes nurses achieve higher pass rates on ANCC certification exams.
Stress Less
About Clinicals
We provide top support, securing clinical sites at rates above the national average.
How do Wilkes nurses demonstrate excellence?
By translating their knowledge into success on certification exams—proving they are confident and competent when it matters most. The table below highlights certification pass rates for Wilkes nurses across NP tracks, consistently exceeding national averages in recent years.
| YEAR 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Program | Certification Pass Rate: All Takers | National Pass Rate |
| Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) | 95.4% | 90% |
| Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) | 84% | *74% |
| Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) | 91.6% | 80% |
*AANP National Pass Rate 2022, most recent data available
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No entrance exams required
3.0 minimum undergrad GPA
Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
CCNE
Top Ranked University for 16 Consecutive Years
U.S. News & World Report
Top 10% Ranked Institution Nationally
Brookings Institution
2025-26 Military Friendly® School
VIQTORY
* U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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)
