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ONLINE NURSE PRACTITIONER AND NURSING PROGRAMS
Launch or elevate your NP career
Rockhurst University’s online nurse practitioner programs are delivered by the reputable Saint Luke's College of Nursing and Health Sciences. Guided by our Jesuit values of learning, leadership, and service, our quality online programs prepare nurses to meet the health care needs of diverse populations through rigorous academics, rich and varied experiences, and a spirit of inquiry and reflection.
Through our online programs, we offer you the ability to pursue a nurse practitioner degree as a MSN or post-graduate certificate as a family nurse practitioner (FNP), an adult gerontology acute-care nurse practitioner (AGACNP), or a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP). We also offer dual FNP-AGACNP and FNP-PMHNP nurse practitioner programs as well as an MSN in Leadership and a Hybrid ABSN program.
Since 1910, we have welcomed students of all faith traditions. Today, we welcome you to review our online nursing programs so you can determine which degree or certification best suits your needs. Our online nursing programs provide clinical excellence through health care innovation, transformative learning, quality outcomes, and desirable specializations. Supportive resources and clinical placement services assure you have the tools you need to thrive throughout your educational experience and succeed as a service-oriented health care professional.
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CCNE accredited
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Programs for Bachelor's Degree Holders
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Hybrid Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Online ABSN
Leverage your bachelor's in any other field and become a nurse in just 16 months.
- 16 months to complete
- 10-day campus residency
- Bachelor’s degree in any field
- 2.7 cumulative GPA or higher
- Resume
- Must complete 2 of 4 science prerequisites for your application to be reviewed
- Science credits must be no older than 7 years; older credits trigger an ATI TEAS admission exam
- Cannot repeat science courses more than once
- Minimum of grade C in all prerequisite courses
- 2.7 cumulative GPA or higher for prerequisite coursework
- Must reside in Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri or Nebraska
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 60 credit hours
- 583.5 clinical hours
- $783.33 per credit hour
- 4 semesters/16 months
- 10-day campus residency
- 3 start dates per year
- Apply Now
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
Programs for BSN Holders
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Online MSN in Leadership
Online MSN in Nursing Leadership
Gain relevant expertise in the business and operations side of health care and learn to connect evidence-based practice to influence organizational improvements.
- No campus immersion - 100% online
- BSN from CHEA recognized school and nursing accreditation from CCNE or ACEN
- Official transcripts from all universities or colleges attended
- Minimum BSN GPA: 3.0
- Active unencumbered registered nurse license
- 2 LORs (professional or academic)
- Graduate Statistics
- Personal Statement (400-800 words)
- 37 credit hours
- 200 practicum hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 2 starts per year
- 4 semesters (full-time)
- 6 semesters (part-time)
- No campus immersion
- Apply Now for Fall 2025
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online MSN-FNP
Online MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities as a family nurse practitioner.
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 49 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 6 semesters (full-time)
- 8 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online MSN-AGACNP
Online MSN - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
Address the growing need for nurse practitioners in this specialized area with an online MSN-AGACNP, and care for adults and older adults with acute and chronic conditions.
- 6 semesters (full-time); 8 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 49 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 6 semesters (full-time)
- 8 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online MSN-PMHNP
Online MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Advance your career at a leading university and help fill the need for mental health practitioners.
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- BSN from CHEA recognized institution
- Nursing accreditation from CCNE or ACEN
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 49 credit hours
- $765 per credit hour (non PMH Practicum courses)
- $1,750.00 per credit hour (PMH Practicum courses)
- 3 starts per year
- 6 semesters (full-time)
- 8 semesters (part-time)
- 750 clinical hours
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online MSN Dual Track (FNP | AGACNP)
Online MSN Dual Track (FNP | AGACNP)
Combine two specializations in one degree and care for patients of all ages with varied medical needs across the life span.
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 62 credit hours
- 1,250 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 8 semesters (full-time)
- 10 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online MSN Dual Track (FNP | PMHNP)
Online MSN Dual Track (FNP | PMHNP)
Combine two specializations in one degree and care for individuals and families across the life span as well as meet the need for mental health practitioners.
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 3 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 63 credit hours
- 1,250 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour ($1,750 cost per credit for PMH practicum courses)
- 3 starts per year
- 8 semesters (full-time)
- 11 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 2 virtual immersions
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
Programs for MSN Holders
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Online FNP Post-Master's Certificate
Online Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Post-Master's Certificate
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities as a family nurse practitioner with our FNP post-master's certificate.
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- MSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 20 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
*may vary depending on evaluation of your MSN courses
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online AGACNP Post-Master's Certificate
Online Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP) Post-Master's Certificate
Bolster your clinical competencies and expand your scope of practice by becoming certified to care for the acute needs of adults and older adults.
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- MSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 20 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
*may vary depending on evaluation of your MSN courses
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
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Online PMHNP Post-Master's Certificate
Online Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Post-Master's Certificate
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities with a post-master’s certificate as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion, 1 virtual immersion
- MSN degree from a CCNE-accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
- While we welcome all students, students must provide proof of immigration status for clinical placement.
- 22 credit hours (minimum)
- 750 clinical hours
- $765 per credit hour (non-PMH Practicum courses)
- $1,750.00 per credit hour (PMH Practicum courses)
- 3 starts per year
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
*may vary depending on evaluation of your MSN courses
- APPLY NOW
- Next Start: September 2, 2025
