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Updated/Verified: May 2, 2022

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The decision to become a nurse practitioner (NP) is an important one, and with it comes a host of questions: what type of degree should you obtain? What specialty or area of medicine are you interested in? With a variety of different program types and concentration options, those considering advancing their education and career by becoming an NP have a lot of decisions to make. Below, we break down the nurse practitioner essentials to help you reach your full potential as a future NP.

Nurse Practitioner Education Requirements

A nurse practitioner is considered an advanced practice nursing role. Therefore, you must hold either a Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. Most NP jobs require an MSN, but those looking to advance to the highest levels of nursing practice may opt for a DNP. There are accelerated bridge programs available for both ADN and BSN-educated RNs to pursue post-graduate nursing degrees, as well as Master's Entry to Nursing Practice (MENP) programs for those who hold a non-nursing bachelor's degree.

To be eligible for entry into an MSN or DNP nurse practitioner program, most schools require the following:

  • BSN degree from an accredited institution (ADN degree may be accepted for some specialty bridge programs)
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • Professional nursing experience (one year recommended for most programs, additional experience required for some programs)
  • Active, unencumbered RN license in the school's state
  • Resume or curriculum vitae
  • Personal statement or essay

For MSN-educated NPs who want to change specializations, a post-master's certificate program in their specialty of choice is an option.

Credentialing Process for Nurse Practitioners

After completing the degree program, NPs will want to get certified in their specialty. The American Nurses Credentialing Center offers a wide variety of nurse practitioner certifications. Not only do they need to be licensed in the state in which they practice, but they must also undergo credentialing as well.

The credentialing process is rather complex. It involves verifying education, licensure, and certifications. It's important that organizations move through the credentialing process to ensure the nurse practitioner is qualified to provide care. It also allows the organization to bill insurance companies and government agencies (such as Medicare). Credentialing is required for nurse practitioners to be reimbursed for healthcare service.

How Long to Get Credentialed?

Nurse practitioners can expect about one or two months for credentialing to be completed. It helps to have certain things ready to go to prevent delays. Keeping documents in order such as a diploma, NP license, DEA certification, and specialty certification will help the process. It's also a good idea to keep a copy of transcripts from school in case they are needed; having to contact the school and wait for transcripts to be transferred adds unnecessary time to the credentialing process.

Keeping track of employment history along with contact numbers to previous employers is also beneficial. Some credentialing companies also ask for malpractice insurance carriers. In some cases, references may also be required, so it's a good idea to keep at least three handy for the credentialing process.

While credentialing can be a lengthy process, the nurse practitioner can help keep it on track by ensuring all the necessary documents are in order.

Nurse Practitioner FAQs

Are There Online Nurse Practitioner Programs for Non-Nurses?

One career change that we see in the world of nursing is non-nurses looking to become advanced-practice registered nurses. While it may seem difficult, if not impossible, for a non-nurse to become a nurse practitioner, there are options out there for students - including online pathways.

The most popular route for non-nurses to enter an online Nurse Practitioner program is through a Master's Entry to Nursing Program (MENP). Admission to this type of program typically requires that the non-nurse holds a minimum of a bachelor's degree in any non-nursing discipline. Beyond this, prospective students usually need to provide:

  • Resume/CV
  • Written statement of purpose
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Complete any pre-requisite courses related to nursing, if required. Courses may include:
    • Anatomy/physiology
    • Nutrition
    • Statistics
    • Psychology

Upon completion of core coursework, the student may begin their specialty track. Schools offer different tracks for NPs, including Adult-Gerontology, Pediatric, and more.

It’s important to recognize that while an NP program may advertise an “online” curriculum, nurse practitioner students must complete a specific number of supervised clinical hours to graduate. This is usually done on their own time. Additionally, some programs prepare students to earn an RN along the way.

Types of Nurse Practitioner Programs

There are two main program types for those interested in becoming a nurse practitioner:

MSN: Nurse Practitioner

Many NPs choose to earn an MSN in order to enter this advanced nursing career. An MSN is a post-graduate degree which offers a variety of specialization areas for NPs, and those who already have a BSN can typically complete the program in about 2 years. With many schools offering an MSN: Nurse Practitioner program in both online and classroom-based formats, this degree option is an excellent choice for those who want to enter the field as quickly as possible.

DNP: Nurse Practitioner

For those who already hold an MSN degree, or for those who want to earn an even more advanced education and hold the most prestigious NP positions, Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nurse Practitioner options are available. BSN to DNP programs take roughly 3 to 4 years to complete, while MSN to DNP programs can be completed in around 2 years. DNP nurse practitioner programs also allow students to enter a variety of advanced specializations. A DNP is not to be confused with a Ph.D. in Nursing, which is a research-focused degree.

Find Nurse Practitioner Programs In Your State

Browse through all the nurse practitioner programs offered by state. These include campus, online, and hybrid programs for all nurse practitioner specialties.

Nurse Practitioner Program Concentrations

A big advantage of going into the nurse practitioner field is that it allows you to specialize in a particular area of medicine. Most MSN and DNP nurse practitioner programs offer the ability to go into a number of APRN (advanced practice registered nurse) roles and population foci, including:

Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner

Adult gerontology NPs care for patients from early teenage years through old age. There are two main adult gerontology pathways: adult gerontology acute care NP, and adult gerontology primary care NP. The acute care NP works in emergency, surgery, and other acute settings, while the primary care NP works mainly in an ambulatory setting. Adult gerontology NPs can prescribe medication, order and interpret diagnostic tests, and evaluate the overall effectiveness of a patient's treatment plan. Education is another main task, as this type of NP communicates with patients and their families regarding self-management of conditions and preventative health techniques.

Find out more about adult gerontology nurse practitioner programs.

Family Nurse Practitioner

One of the most popular NP specialties, the family nurse practitioner (FNP) cares for families across the lifespan. Many FNPs are the main primary care providers for their patients, building lasting relationships and working with a high level of autonomy. FNPs promote health and wellness via educating patients about disease prevention, but they also treat illnesses and injuries that can range in severity. Each state has guidelines about what tasks an FNP can complete, so they may work independently or alongside a physician depending on where they are located.

Find out more about family nurse practitioner (FNP) programs.

Neonatal Nurse Practitioner

Neonatal nurse practitioners provide care for preterm and term infants, as well as children up to 2 years of age. The program builds upon the baccalaureate maternal-child nursing content and the student's clinical experience. Neonatal nursing breaks down the role into distinct levels, with most nurses working in either intermediate or intensive care nurseries. Aside from caring for infants and very young children, some of whom may have severe health issues, neonatal NPs also attend high-risk births and perform neonatal resuscitation if necessary.

Find out more about neonatal nurse practitioner programs.

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner

With both acute and primary care options, pediatric nurse practitioner programs prepare nurses to provide care to both healthy and chronically ill children in a variety of settings. They diagnose and treat childhood illness and injuries, administer immunizations, and perform annual physicals. Patience, the ability to communicate, and a desire to work with kids are a must for the role. They typically work alongside pediatricians or independently to provide quality care to infants, children, and young adults.

Find out more about pediatric nurse practitioner programs.

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

The psychiatric or mental health nurse practitioner assesses patients for psychiatric disorders, implements psychotherapy with individuals and groups, and provides mental health rehabilitation services. They work with patients of all ages to treat cognitive and behavioral disorders, and may also work with abuse or trauma victims as well. They also prescribe and monitor medication regimens and track patients' progress over time. Psychiatric NPs can find employment in hospitals, mental health facilities, clinics, and more.

Find out more about psychiatric nurse practitioner programs.

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

The women's health NP program prepares nurses to provide advanced care to women throughout the lifespan. They educate women on reproductive health and prevention techniques, and also provide primary care through chronic or acute illnesses. Women's health NPs provide a variety of gynecological health services, and may assist with prenatal and postpartum care. They can be found in hospitals, outpatient care facilities, community-based settings, and other types of healthcare centers.

Find out more about women's health nurse practitioner (WHNP) programs.

Other Nurse Practitioner Specializations

According to the American Nurses Association APRN Consensus Model, NPs have the option of specializing in areas beyond the population foci categories described above. This means that they must gain licensure as an NP in an APRN role or population focus, and can then gain specialized certification. These specialty areas may include oncology, nephrology, and more. The following is a popular and growing NP specialty:

Emergency Nurse Practitioner

The emergency nurse practitioner program prepares nurses for an advanced career in an emergency or primary care setting, caring for patients with acute, life-threatening injuries and illnesses. They can work independently or alongside a physician or care team, performing physical examinations and ordering diagnostic tests and treatments. Emergency NPs may also perform minor procedures. This type of specialty is suited for nurses with military, emergency, or disaster management experience.

Find out more about emergency nurse practitioner programs.

Online Nurse Practitioner Programs

With today's overpacked schedules and busy lifestyles, online NP programs have consistently grown in popularity. Many schools offer online options for both MSN and DNP nurse practitioner programs. Since some RNs continue to work during school, online programs are a flexible and convenient way to complete the coursework. They are also excellent options for those who don't live within reasonable commuting distance of a university. Be sure to check if your school of choice requires any on-campus visits before committing to the program. While supervised clinical hours are usually required for NP programs, most online options allow you to arrange them locally.

Program Accreditation

With so many different MSN and DNP programs available for nurse practitioners, choosing the right one can be daunting. Ensuring that your school and program of choice is properly accredited by a respected agency is imperative to making an informed decision, as this shows that the school upholds certain standards. Both online and classroom-based programs can be accredited. Common accreditation organizations to look for include:

Costs and Length

Depending on the degree level you start with, obtaining the education to become a nurse practitioner can take anywhere from two to four years. Those starting with a BSN can complete an MSN in about two years, or a DNP in roughly three to four years. Some specialties will require more credit hours than others, so it's a good idea to thoroughly check your program of choice's curriculum to see what kind of time commitment will need to be made. Many programs offer online courses for maximum flexibility, and most have part-time or full-time study options available as well so that RNs can customize their schooling to their unique needs.

While each school and program comes with its own costs, every student can expect to pay for tuition, mandatory fees, and course materials. For example, the total cost of the MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner program at Oregon Health and Science University is estimated at $54,083.37 for residents, including tuition and approximate fees. For the BSN-DNP: Nurse Anesthesia program at the University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston, the resident cost is approximately $40,505 including tuition and fees, but not including indirect costs like books, room and board, and transportation.

List of Online Nurse Practitioner Programs

Select Your State:

Alabama

SchoolContact Information
Samford University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
800 Lakeshore Drive
Birmingham, AL 35229
(205) 726-2011
The University of Alabama
MSN ProgramsDNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
50 University Boulevard East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 348-6639
Troy University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
Troy University School of Nursing, Pell Ave
Troy, AL 36081
(334) 834-2320
University of Alabama at Birmingham
MSN Programs
1720 2nd Avenue South
Birmingham, AL 35294
(205) 975-7529
University of Mobile
MSN Programs
5735 College Parkway
Mobile, AL 36613
(251) 675-5990
University of South Alabama
MSN Programs
5721 USA Dr N
Mobile, AL 36688
(251) 445-9400

Alaska

SchoolContact Information
University of Alaska Anchorage
MSN Programs
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508
(907) 786-4406

Arizona

SchoolContact Information
Grand Canyon University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
3300 West Camelback Road
Phoenix, AZ 85017
(855) 428-5673
Northern Arizona University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
202 E Pine Knoll Dr- PO Box: 15035
Flagstaff, AZ 86011
(928) 523-2671
University of Arizona
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
1305 N. Martin | PO Box 210203
Tucson, AZ 85721
(520) 626-6154
University of Phoenix
MSN Programs
1625 W. Fountainhead Pkwy
Tempe, AZ 85282
(866) 484-1831

Arkansas

SchoolContact Information
Arkansas State University
MSN Programs
P.O. Box 910
State University, AR 72467
(870) 972-3074
Harding University
MSN Programs
915 E. Market Ave
Searcy, AR 72149
(501) 279-4000
University of Arkansas
DNP Programs
2 East Center Street
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(800) 952-1165
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
DNP ProgramsMSN Programs
4301 West Markham Street
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-7000
University of Central Arkansas
MSN Programs
201 Donaghey Ave.
Conway, AR 72035
(501) 450-5000

California

SchoolContact Information
Azusa Pacific University
MSN Programs
901 E. Alosta Ave.
Azusa, CA 91702
(626) 969-3434
California Baptist University
MSN Programs
8432 Magnolia Avenue
Riverside, CA 92504
(877) 228-3615
California State University Dominguez Hills
MSN Programs
1000 E. Victoria Street
Carson, CA 90747
(310) 243-3696
Loma Linda University
DNP Programs
11262 Campus St.
Loma Linda, CA 92350
(909) 558-4923
National University
Graduate Certificate Programs
9388 Lightwave Ave
San Diego, CA 92123
(800) 628-8648
Samuel Merritt University
MSN Programs
3100 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94609
(180) 060-7637 x7
Sonoma State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1801 East Cotati Ave
Rohnert Park, CA 94928
(707) 664-2466
Western University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
309 E. Second St.
Pomona, CA 91766
(909) 623-6116

Colorado

SchoolContact Information
Regis University
MSN Programs
3333 Regis Boulevard
Denver, CO 80221
(800) 388-2366
University of Colorado
Graduate Certificate Programs
12950 E. Montview Boulevard
Aurora, CO 80045
(303) 724-2152
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Graduate Certificate Programs
12950 E. Montview Boulevard
Aurora, CO 80045
(303) 724-2152
University of Northern Colorado
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
501 20 ST.
Greeley, CO 80639
(970) 351-1890

Connecticut

SchoolContact Information
Sacred Heart University
MSN Programs
5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825
(203) 371-7999
University of Connecticut
MSN Programs
231 Glenbrook Rd
Storrs, CT 06269
(860) 486-0876

Florida

SchoolContact Information
Barry University
Graduate Certificate Programs
11300 NE 2nd Avenue
Miami Shores, FL 33161
(305) 899-3379
ECPI University
MSN Programs
660 Century Point #1050
Lake Mary, FL 32746
(407) 562-9100
Florida Atlantic University
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
(561) 297-6261
Florida State University
Graduate Certificate Programs
600 W. College Avenue
Tallahassee, FL 32306
(850) 644-5621

Georgia

SchoolContact Information
Augusta University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1120 15th Street
Augusta, GA 30912
(706) 721-9767
Emory University
MSN Programs
1520 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 727-7980
Georgia College
MSN Programs
231 W. Hancock St.
Milledgeville,, GA 31061
(800) 342-0471
Georgia Southwestern State University
MSN Programs
800 Georgia Southwestern State University Drive
Americus, GA 31709
(877) 871-4594

Hawaii

SchoolContact Information
University of Hawai'i at Manoa
DNP Programs
2528 McCarthy Mall, Webster Hall
Honolulu, HI 96822
(202) 887-6791

Idaho

SchoolContact Information
Boise State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1910 University Dr
Boise, ID 83725
(208) 426-1000
Idaho State University
DNP Programs
921 South 8th Avenue
Pocatello, ID 83209
(208) 282-2102
Northwest Nazarene University
MSN Programs
623 S University Blvd
Nampa, ID 83686
(187) 766-8496 x8

Illinois

SchoolContact Information
Bradley University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsDNP ProgramsMSN Programs
1501 W Bradley Ave
Peoria, IL 61625
(309) 676-7611
Lewis University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
One University Parkway
Romeoville, IL 60446
(815) 838-0500
Rush University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
600 S. Paulina St
Chicago, IL 60612
(312) 942-7100
Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
MSN Programs
511 NE Greenleaf Street
Peoria, IL 61603
(309) 655-2201
University of St. Francis
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
500 Wilcox St.
Joliet, IL 60435
(800) 735-7500

Indiana

SchoolContact Information
Ball State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
2000 W. University Ave.
Muncie, IN 47306
(800) 382-8540
Indiana State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
200 North Seventh Street
Terre Haute, IN 47809
(800) 468-6478
Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis
MSN Programs
600 Barnhill Drive, NU 122
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 274-2806
University of Indianapolis
Graduate Certificate Programs
1400 East Hanna Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46227
(317) 788-3368
University of Southern Indiana
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
8600 University Blvd.
Evansville, IN 47712
(812) 464-8600

Iowa

SchoolContact Information
Allen College
MSN Programs
1990 Heath St
Waterloo, IA 50703
(319) 226-2000
Briar Cliff Univrsity
MSN Programs
3303 Rebecca Street
Sioux City, IA 51104
(800) 662-3303
Graceland University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1 University Place
Lamoni, IA 50140
(641) 784-5000
Morningside College
MSN Programs
1501 Morningside Avenue
Sioux City, IA 51106
(712) 274-5000
University of Iowa
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
50 Newton Road
Iowa City, IA 52242
(319) 335-7018

Kansas

SchoolContact Information
University of Kansas
Graduate Certificate ProgramsDNP Programs
1246 West Campus Road Room 153A
Lawrence, KS 66045
(785) 864-6414
Washburn University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
1700 SW College Ave
Topeka, KS 66621
(785) 670-1010

Kentucky

SchoolContact Information
Eastern Kentucky University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
521 Lancaster Ave
Richmond, KY 40475
(859) 622-1000
Frontier Nursing University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
195 School Street
Hyden, KY 41749
(606) 672-2312
Kentucky Christian University
MSN Programs
100 Academic Parkway
Grayson, KY 41143
(800) 522-3181
Kentucky State University
DNP Programs
400 East Main St.
Frankfort, KY 40601
(502) 597-6000
Morehead State University
MSN Programs
150 University Blvd.
Morehead, KY 40351
(800) 585-6781
Northern Kentucky University
MSN Programs
Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY 41099
(800) 985-7215
Spalding University
MSN Programs
901 South Fourth St.
Louisville, KY 40203
(502) 585-9911
Western Kentucky University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1906 College Heights Blvd
Bowling Green, KY 42101
(270) 745-0111

Louisiana

SchoolContact Information
Grambling State University
MSN Programs
403 Main St
Grambling, LA 71245
(318) 247-3811
McNeese State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
4205 Ryan Street
Lake Charles, LA 70609
(337) 475-5000
Nicholls State University
MSN Programs
906 East 1st St.
Thibodaux, LA 70301
(187) 764-2465 x7
Northwestern State University of Louisiana
MSN Programs
175 Sam Sibley Dr
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-6011
Northwestern State University of Louisiana- Online
MSN Programs
175 Sam Sibley Dr
Natchitoches, LA 71497
(318) 357-6011
Southeastern Louisiana University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
500 W University Ave
Hammond, LA 70402
(985) 549-5637
Southern University and A&M College
MSN Programs
801 Harding Boulevard
Baton Rouge, LA 70813
(225) 771-4500
University of Louisiana at Monroe
MSN Programs
700 University Ave.
Monroe, LA 71209
(318) 342-1640

Maine

SchoolContact Information
Husson University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1 College Circle
Bangor, ME 04401
(207) 941-7000
Saint Joseph's College of Maine
RN to MSN Programs
278 Whites Bridge Road
Standish, ME 04084
(207) 893-7957

Maryland

SchoolContact Information
Johns Hopkins University
Graduate Certificate Programs
525 N. Wolfe Street
Baltimore, MD 21205
(410) 955-4766

Massachusetts

SchoolContact Information
Massachusetts College Of Pharmacy And Health Sciences
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
179 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
(617) 879-5964
Regis College
MSN Programs
235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 768-7000
Regis University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
235 Wellesley Street
Weston, MA 02493
(781) 768-7000
University of Massachusetts Amherst
DNP Programs
651 North Pleasant Street
Amherst, MA 01003
(413) 545-2703
University of Massachusetts Boston
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
100 William T. Morrissey Blvd.
Boston, MA 02125
(617) 287-5000

Michigan

SchoolContact Information
Eastern Michigan University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
900 Oakwood St
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
(734) 487-1849
Spring Arbor University
MSN Programs
106 E. Main St.
Spring Arbor, MI 49283
(184) 465-7252 x5
University of Detroit Mercy
Graduate Certificate Programs
4001 W. McNichols Road
Detroit, MI 48221
(313) 993-1245
Wayne State University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
5557 Cass Avenue
Detroit, MI 48202
(313) 577-4082

Minnesota

SchoolContact Information
Herzing University Minneapolis
MSN Programs
5700 W Broadway Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55428
(612) 360-2484

Missouri

SchoolContact Information
Maryville University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
650 Maryville University Drive
St. Louis, MO 63141
(314) 529-9300
Mizzou Online- University of Missouri
DNP Programs
136 Clark Hall
Columbia, MO 65211
(573) 882-2491
University of Central Missouri
MSN Programs
P.O. Box 800
Warrensburg, MO 64093
(877) 729-8266
University Of Missouri Kansas City
DNP ProgramsMSN Programs
5100 Rockhill Rd
Kansas City, MO 64110
(816) 235-1000

Montana

SchoolContact Information
Montana State University
DNP Programs
P.O. Box 173560
Bozeman, MT 59717
(406) 994-3783

Nebraska

SchoolContact Information
Clarkson College
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
101 S. 42 Street
Omaha, NE 68131
(402) 552-3100
Creighton University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
2500 California Plaza
Omaha, NE 68178
(402) 280-2700

Nevada

SchoolContact Information
Touro University of Nevada
MSN Programs
874 American Pacific Drive
Henderson, NV 89014
(702) 777-8687
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
MSN Programs
4505 S. Maryland Pkwy.
Las Vegas, NV 89154
(702) 895-3011

New Hampshire

SchoolContact Information
Rivier University
MSN Programs
420 South Main Street
Nashua, NH 03060
(603) 888-1311

New Jersey

SchoolContact Information
Felician University
MSN Programs
One Felician Way
Rutherford, NJ 07070
(201) 559-6000
Rider University
MSN Programs
2083 Lawrenceville Road
Lawrenceville, NJ 08648
(800) 257-9026
Seton Hall University
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
400 South Orange Ave.
South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 761-9000

New Mexico

SchoolContact Information
New Mexico State University
DNP Programs
P. O. Box 30001, MSC 3185
Las Cruces, NM 88003
(575) 646-3812

New York

SchoolContact Information
Pace University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1 Pace Plaza
New York, NY 10038
(866) 722-3338
University at Buffalo
DNP Programs
3435 Main St. Wende Hall
Buffalo, NY 14214
(716) 645-2000

North Carolina

SchoolContact Information
Duke University
MSN Programs
307 Trent Drive
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 684-3786
East Carolina University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
East Fifth Street
Greenville, NC 27858
(252) 328-6131
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Graduate Certificate Programs
9201 University City Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28223
(704) 687-8622
University of North Carolina Wilmington
DNP ProgramsBSN to DNP Programs
601 S. College Road
Wilmington, NC 28403
(910) 962-3000
Winston-Salem State University
MSN Programs
601 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr
Winston-Salem, NC 27110
(336) 750-2000

North Dakota

SchoolContact Information
University of North Dakota
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
430 Oxford St Stop 9025
Grand Forks, ND 58202
(701) 777-4174

Ohio

SchoolContact Information
Case Western Reserve University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
10900 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44106
(216) 368-2000
Kent State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1375 University Esplanade
Kent, OH 44242
(330) 672-7930
Ohio University
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs

Athens, OH 45701
(740) 593-1000
The Ohio State University
DNP ProgramsMSN Programs
1585 Neil Avenue
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 292-4041
The University of Toledo
DNP Programs
2801 W. Bancroft
Toledo, OH 43606
(800) 586-5336
University of Cincinnati
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
2600 Clifton Ave.
Cincinnati, OH 45220
(513) 556-0000
Walsh University
MSN Programs
2020 East Maple Street
North Canton, OH 44720
(330) 490-7090
Wright State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
3640 Colonel Glenn Hwy
Dayton, OH 45431
(937) 775-3333

Oklahoma

SchoolContact Information
The University of Oklahoma
MSN Programs
1100 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
(405) 325-0311

Pennsylvania

SchoolContact Information
Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
909 E Wood St.
Clarion, PA 16214
(800) 672-7171
Drexel University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
1601 Cherry Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
(215) 895-2000
Edinboro University
MSN Programs
219 Meadville Street
Edinboro, PA 16444
(814) 732-2000
La Salle University
MSN Programs
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
(215) 951-1000
Messiah College
DNP Programs
One College Avenue
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
(717) 766-2511
University of Pittsburgh
DNP Programs
3500 Victoria Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
(412) 624-4586

South Carolina

SchoolContact Information
Anderson University
DNP ProgramsMSN Programs
316 Boulevard
Anderson, SC 29621
(864) 231-2000
Francis Marion University
MSN Programs
PO Box 100547
Florence, SC 29502
(800) 368-7551
University of South Carolina
Graduate Certificate Programs
1601 Greene Street
Columbia, SC 29208
(803) 777-7412

South Dakota

SchoolContact Information
South Dakota State University
Graduate Certificate Programs
1015 Campanile Ave.
Brookings, SD 57007
(605) 688-4121

Tennessee

SchoolContact Information
Austin Peay State University
MSN Programs
P.O. Box 4458
Clarksville, TN 37044
(931) 221-7662
East Tennessee State University
MSN Programs
365 Stout Drive
Johnson City, TN 37614
(423) 439-4578
Middle Tennessee State University
MSN Programs
1301 East Main Street
Murfreesboro, TN 37132
(615) 898-2300
Tennessee State University
MSN Programs
3500 John A. Merritt Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 963-5000
Tennessee Tech University
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
1 William L Jones Dr
Cookeville, TN 38505
(931) 372-3101
The University of Tennessee Health Science Center- Memphis
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
910 Madison Ave
Memphis, TN 38163
(901) 448-5500
University of Memphis
MSN Programs
101 Wilder Tower
Memphis, TN 38152
(190) 167-8200 x3

Texas

SchoolContact Information
Angelo State University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
2601 W. Avenue N
San Angelo, TX 76909
(180) 094-6862 x7
Baylor University
DNP Programs
1301 S University Parks Dr
Waco, TX 76798
(800) 229-5678
Midwestern State University
MSN ProgramsGraduate Certificate Programs
3410 Taft Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 397-4000
Texas A&M University
MSN Programs
400 Bizzell St
College Station, TX 77843
(979) 845-3211
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi
MSN Programs
6300 Ocean Drive, Unit 5774
Corpus Christi, TX 78412
(361) 825-2753
Texas Christian University
DNP Programs
2800 S University Dr
Fort Worth, TX 76129
(817) 257-7000
Texas State University
MSN Programs
1555 University Blvd.
Round Rock, TX 78665
(512) 716-2900
Texas Woman's University
MSN Programs
304 Administration Dr.
Denton, TX 76204
(940) 898-2000
The University of Texas at Arlington
MSN Programs
701 S Nedderman Dr
Arlington, TX 76019
(817) 272-2011
The University of Texas at El Paso
MSN Programs
500 West University Avenue
El Paso, TX 79968
(915) 747-5000
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
MSN Programs
301 University Blvd
Galveston, TX 77555
(409) 772-1011
University of Houston
MSN Programs
4800 Calhoun Rd
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 743-2255

Virginia

SchoolContact Information
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
MSN Programs
Southeast, 101 Elm Ave
Roanoke, VA 24016
(888) 985-8483
Old Dominion University
MSN Programs
5115 Hampton Blvd
Norfolk, VA 23529
(757) 683-3000

Washington

SchoolContact Information
Gonzaga University
DNP ProgramsMSN Programs
502 E Boone Ave
Spokane, WA 99202
(509) 328-4220

Washington, DC

SchoolContact Information
Georgetown University
MSN Programs
3700 O St NW
Washington, DC 20057
(202) 687-0100
The George Washington University
DNP ProgramsGraduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
2121 I St NW
Washington, DC 20052
(202) 994-1000

West Virginia

SchoolContact Information
West Virginia University
Graduate Certificate Programs
6700 Health Sciences South
Morgantown, WV 26506
(304) 293-0111
Wheeling University
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
316 Washington Ave
Wheeling, WV 26003
(304) 243-2072

Wisconsin

SchoolContact Information
Concordia University Wisconsin
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
12800 N Lake Shore Drive
Mequon, WI 53097
(262) 243-5700
Concordia Wisconsin Campus
Graduate Certificate ProgramsMSN Programs
12800 N Lake Shore Drive
Mequon, WI 53097
(262) 243-5700
Herzing University
MSN Programs
4006 Washington Rd
Kenosha, WI 53144
(262) 671-0675

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