MSN FNP Program
Start HereMSN FNP Program Overview
The MSN FNP Program is designed for learners who already hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing. This program prepares graduates to become an advanced practice registered nurse with specific emphasis on the role of family nurse practitioner. The MSN FNP content is grounded in the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing and evidence based on national standards and research related to current practice, education, legislative, and research trends in health care and local needs along with various guiding principles, documents, and regulations.
The MSN FNP program is only offered in the following states:
Alaska, Colorado, Florida, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada,
Ohio, South Dakota, Utah, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Program Features
- Graduate in just 24 months
- Program consists of online instruction, one in-person seminar, and preceptorship experiences
- CCNE Accredited MSN
Discover the Nightingale Difference – Inside the MSN FNP Program
Passion and advocacy are central to nursing, and Nightingale College’s MSN FNP Program
equips learners with the ability to become catalysts for change in the nursing workforce.
This two-year compact program begins with foundational knowledge and leads to an in-person
FNP conference and White Coat Ceremony in the second semester. These milestones celebrate
learners’ progress before they enter their clinical practicum hours, where they will
develop a variety of assessment skills.
At Nightingale College, we offer flexible availability to accommodate learners’ compact
schedules. We also assist learners in securing clinical placements and preceptors
tailored to preference or need, ensuring the best possible fit. Each preceptor is
thoughtfully selected to align with each learner’s individual goals, laying the foundation
for success.
Advancing your education is a major step for your career, and Nightingale College
is committed to your success through its award-winning wraparound student support
services which include one-on-one guidance from graduate support counselors, access
to a writing center, a graduate-focused library, and certification coaching.
Through hands-on learning, personalized support, and opportunities for growth, Nightingale College’s MSN FNP Program prepares nurses to make a lasting impact in the communities they serve and across the healthcare industry.
MSN FNP Program Focus
The curriculum is designed to prepare nurses who are on the Family Nurse Practitioner Track. Learners in the Family Nurse Practitioner Track will develop advanced knowledge and skills in assessment (including differential diagnosing), intervention (including prescribing), and management within the construct of patient-provider relationship and patient-centered care across the lifespan. The learner will be prepared to function as an effective member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team and to provide consultation, collaborative management, and/or referral.
A total of fifty-five (55) semester credits consisting of different combinations of courses are required for the conferral of the MSN degree. These courses include: core, direct-care core, electives, specialty, and practicum. Thirty-six and a half (36.5) credit hours will be dedicated to didactic theory learning, and eighteen and a half (18.5) credit hours will be dedicated to practicum experiences. Learners can complete the MSN FNP program in six (6) academic semesters or ninety-six (96) academic weeks of instruction.
Application Deadline
All Master's program applications must be submitted by July 20, 2025.
The next start for all Master's programs is Sept 2, 2025.
Start your application today by clicking the button then selecting your desired program. Applications are broken up by program and alumni status.
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for the MSN FNP program is $550 per semester credit.
Tuition does not include the nonrefundable application fee or any course resources fees. The College reserves the right to change its tuition and fees at any time, with a 30-day notice.
View the MSN FNP academic year (two semesters) cost of attendance (COA):
Financial Estimate
When getting your financial estimate, you will see the total cost of attending Nightingale College, as well as the calculation of your housing and food consumption. That is not an amount you will pay to the college; it is an estimate of total cost of living while attending college.
Program Accreditation
The master's degree program in nursing at Nightingale College is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
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