University of Cincinnati FNP Programs
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College of Nursing
- University of Cincinnati College of Nursing established in 1889
- Dean: Greer Glazer, PhD
- Students: 1,500 active students in programs ranging from pre-bachelor level through doctorate
- Faculty: 11+ members
- Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission (HLC), a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), and The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- Fun Fact: The UC College of Nursing offered the first baccalaureate in nursing in the country in 1916
MSN Specializations at The University of Cincinnati
The University of Cincinnati offers seven specialties: adult nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, family nurse practitioner, nurse midwifery, nursing administration, mental health nursing, and women’s health nurse practitioner. Each specialty is offered online through multimedia presentations, discussion sessions, online assignments, and peer and professional support systems. Additional program information includes:
- Ranked in the top 10% of U.S. nursing programs, according to the US New and World Report
- Prepares graduates for board certification examinations
- Online graduates receive the same degrees as the traditional campus-based programs
- Only applicants with access to facilities in the 50 United States or U.S. military bases are considered for admission
Nurse Practitioner Programs from University of Cincinnati
- MSN: Nurse Midwifery
- MSN: Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner
- MSN: Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Educator
- MSN: Nursing Administration
Top Online FNP Degree Programs
To become a family nurse practitioner (FNP), a master’s degree in nursing is a professional requirement. Below are the top online accredited colleges that offer MS in nursing degree programs, suitable for FNPs. You can request information by clicking the college's logo.
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Georgetown University — The MSN with a specialization in family nursing from Georgetown University enables licensed RNs to transition into careers as family nurse practitioners. The focus of this FNP program is to provide its students with the technical expertise and clinical skills necessary to prevent disease, promote health, and manage and assess illness within families. |
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Kaplan University — With its main campus in Davenport, Iowa, Kaplan University is one of the largest online colleges in the nation. Kaplan's online MSN degree for nurse practitioners allows licensed RNs with bachelor's degrees to advance their careers with flexibility and affordability in mind. It is one of the ideal online choices for those seeking to become family nurse practitioners. |
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University of Phoenix — The College of Nursing at the University of Phoenix offers several Master of Science in nursing degree programs with different specializations for aspiring nurse practitioners. Within the program, areas of concentration available for study include health education and health informatics. |
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Capella University — For those individuals aspiring to become educational leaders in the field of nursing, Capella University offers two degrees: the first is a regular MSN program in nursing education for those who already practice nursing and have earned a BSN degree. They also offer an MSN bridge program that accepts non-nurse students with bachelor's degrees. |
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South University — For working healthcare professionals with busy career schedules, the flexibility offered by the South University master's degree program in nursing may be an ideal fit. Individuals looking to advance their careers within the healthcare industry and become family nurse practitioners will find that graduating from this program will surely open doors to new opportunities. |
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