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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN-NP) Degree

Our healthcare system needs more nurse practitioners. This is the moment to earn your MSN-NP degree. Rasmussen University offers a range of CCNE-accredited MSN-NP specializations. You’ll merge flexible online coursework with hands-on practicums to gain insight into healthcare protocols and advances. These programs are specifically designed for working registered nurses with a BSN.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

Currently, this program is not eligible for participation in Title IV federal student aid programs. With four start dates per year and no GRE® requirement you can start your online MSN-NP program right away. You can complete your program in as few as 27 months. Upon graduation, you will be eligible to sit for the national board certification exam.


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Choose Your Specialization

Rasmussen University lets you choose from a variety of specializations so you can find the one that fits your future goals.

  1. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)

    Become an advocate for adult healthcare from adolescent age ranges to elderly patients. Study complex disorders, elderly health promotion and prevention, and prescribing medication and treatments.
  2. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

    Turn your passion for health education and promotion into a career. You’ll learn how to treat people of diverse ages from different backgrounds across their lifespan.
  3. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (PPCNP)

    Build an awareness of health-related topics for children and their families. Gain foundational knowledge of primary care for children in complex health disorders, age-appropriate patient assessments, and age-related diagnoses.
  4. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

    Earn your PMHNP with our CCNE-accredited MSN program, where you'll learn innovative technologies being used in the field and prepare for future patient experiences and care.

Want to find out more about non-NP specializations? Check out our online MSN program with the choice of three specializations:

  • Nursing Leadership & Administration
  • Nursing Education
  • Healthcare Technology, Simulation & Informatics

It Works for Working Nurses

Our online program is designed around the many demands of a nurse’s life. That's why it features Empowered Learning®, which allows you to:

  • Go faster when you can, and slower when you need to
  • Create real-world projects that demonstrate your new knowledge
  • Learn at your pace while staying connected with faculty and peers

Still curious about Empowered Learning®? Watch the video to learn more.

Meaningful Practicum Experiences

In your local practicums, you’ll have the opportunity to gain firsthand experience and learn in the field with real patients. For your final practicum, you can focus on a specific setting, population base or age grouping that matters most to you. Our clinical practicum coordinator helps make sure you get the clinical experiences that are the right fit for you. With the support and guidance of our faculty, these practicums will help you focus on growing your skills and making a difference.

Technology-Focused Nursing Classes

Technology-focused nursing classes prepare you for future technological advancements and innovations. Three elective courses expand on diagnostic techniques, practice management, and complementary and alternative medicine/therapies.

Industry-Leading Faculty

Your courses are taught by doctorally-prepared nursing faculty with vast experience in community and clinical settings. Dedicated, focused and experienced faculty bring real-world experience to the classroom and are able to connect you to clinical opportunities to help you experience your field.

Dedicated Graduate Support

Your graduate services advisor will help you with course scheduling, financial aid for those who qualify, program navigation and more. You’ll also work with our clinical practicum coordinator to make sure your clinical experiences are the right fit for you, allowing you to focus on what matters most. You will have access to our dedicated School of Nursing librarian who will be a resource for you, so you are able to fully leverage all of our research and writing resources. Access award-winning library and learning services and 24/7 tech support.

The Essentials of Great Care

Our MSN-NP curriculum is aligned with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s (AACN) Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing, the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN) Competencies, and the National League for Nursing (NLN) Outcomes and Competencies for Graduates of Nursing Programs.

Empowered Learning®

Which allows you to learn by doing real-world projects and manage your own pace.

Technology-Focused Nursing Classes

That prepare you for future technological advancements and innovations.

Three Elective Courses

Expand on diagnostic techniques, practice management, and complementary and alternative medicine/therapies.

Doctorally-Prepared Nursing Faculty

Who will share their wealth of experiences, knowledge and connections to further your preparation in the field.

Dedicated Support Team Of Advisors, Faculty, Practicum Coordinators,

library resources and 24/7 support center.

Online Coursework and In-Person Practicum Experiences

That prepare you to sit for the national NP board certification exam associated with your specialization.

Practicum Experiences

Focus on your interests within your workplace or community.

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