The Best Online Nurse Practitioners Degrees
A nurse practitioner is an advanced practice nurse who provides primary and specialty care to patients. A nurse practitioner is responsible for administering both nursing and wider healthcare services; and, they are licensed to prescribe medications. Becoming a nurse practitioner requires the completion of a master's degree program. Below are the most popular colleges offering online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degrees.
![]() MSN - Family Nursing MSN - Women's Nursing |
Georgetown University - Graduates of the Georgetown University online MS in nursing programs in family nursing or midwifery and women's health nursing will have more than just a degree to their name upon completion. Students will have the skill and knowledge to help advance their profession, and medicine as a whole, while serving as sponsors of the well-being and overall health of each of their patients.![]() |
![]() MSN - Nurse Educator MSN - Educator Bridge |
Capella University - The Capella University Master of Science in Nursing Educator specialization teaches nurses the art of nurse education. The curriculum features courses that provide advanced nursing methodologies along with the development, delivery, assessment, and review of nurse education programs. This program is also available as an RN to MSN bridge.![]() |
![]() Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP - Adult Nurse DNP - Family Psych Nurse DNP - Gerontology Nurse DNP - Neonatal Nurse DNP - Pediatric Nurse |
Brandman University - The Brandman University School of Nursing offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree for the advanced practice nurse who already holds an MSN degree and is looking to complete his/her clinical doctorate. Areas of concentrations with the program include adult nurse practitioner, family psychiatric nurse practitioner, gerontology nurse practitioner, neonatal nurse practitioner, and pediatric nurse practitioner.![]() |
![]() MS in Nursing MSN - Health Education MSN - Health Informatics MSN / MHA Dual Degree |
University of Phoenix - The University of Phoenix MSN programs give students the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in the healthcare industry. Programs include Nurse Practitioner, MBA/Healthcare Management, Master of Health Administration, Healthcare Education, and Health Informatics. The University of Phoenix is known for graduating the leaders of the nursing industry.![]() |
![]() MSN - Nurse Practitioners RN to MSN MSN - Nurse Administration MSN - Nurse Education MSN - Nurse Informatics |
Kaplan University - The Kaplan University MSN for Nurse Practitioners and RN to MSN programs offers students the opportunity to explore nursing methods in a dynamic healthcare environment. Courses include Advanced Nursing Roles, Theoretical Foundations of Advanced Nursing, and Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in a Diverse Community. MSN specializations are offered in nurse administration, nurse education, and nurse informatics.![]() |
![]() MS in Nursing MSN - Case Management MSN - Health Informatics MSN - Infection Prevention MSN - Nurse Leadership |
American Sentinel University - The American Sentinel University school of healthcare offers a Master of Science in nursing (MSN) degree with specializations in case management, health informatics, infection control and prevention, and nursing leadership. All of these programs are CCNE-accredited, so students can be assured that graduation from American Sentinel should lead to expanded career opportunities.![]() |
![]() MSN - Nurse Practitioners MSN - Nurse Education MSN - Nurse Informatics MSN - Nurse Leadership |
Walden University - The Walden University Master of Science Nurse Practitioner degree program offers study in the advanced methods of practicing nursing throughout the healthcare industry. Registered nurses with bachelors in nursing are able to obtain their diploma in an accelerated format. Students can also specialize in various aspects of nursing, including education, informatics, and leadership.![]() |
![]() MSN - Adult Acute Care MSN - Adult Psych Care MSN - Clinical Trials MSN - Nurse Leadership |
Drexel University - Drexel University's College of Nursing and Health Professions offers several Master of Science in Nursing programs. Programs include Adult Acute Care, Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Care, Clinical Trials Research, and Leadership. The program's innovative curriculum is designed to meet local, national, and global health care needs.![]() |
![]() MSN - Health Systems Mgmt |
Vanderbilt University - At Vanderbilt University, students in the MSN - health systems management program will participate in an online format that confers an advanced degree in the management of healthcare. Graduates leave Vanderbilt with the education and confidence to tackle the most pressing medical management challenges.![]() |
![]() MSN - Nurse Education MSN - Nurse Leadership MSN/MBA - Nurse Leadership |
Grand Canyon University - The Grand Canyon University College of Nursing and Health Sciences provides students with a variety of master's programs tailored to meet the students specific interests. Specializations include Education, Leadership in Health Care Systems (also available as an MBA).![]() |
![]() MSN - Nurse Educator MSN - Health Systems Leadership |
Gonzaga University - For students who want to advance their careers and quickly accomplish life goals, Gonzaga University offers two degrees to help students become nurse practitioners. The first allows students to specialize as Nurse Educators while the second specialization is in Nurse Systems Leadership. Both degrees are accredited and through online courses, they can be accomplished in two years.![]() |
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