Become a nurse in 16 months
Leverage your bachelor’s in any other field and bring your valuable work experience to a new and meaningful role in health care.
ONLINE NURSING PROGRAMS
Launch or elevate your nursing career
Rockhurst University’s online nursing 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.
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.
For Bachelor's Degree Holders
Online ABSN
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- 16 months
to complete - 3 intakes
per year - 10-day
campus residency
Requirements
- 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, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Mexico or Vermont
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall - Seats Limited
Next Start Date: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 60 credit hours
- 582.5 clinical hours
- $783.33 per credit hour
- 4 semesters/16 months
- 10-day campus residency
- 3 start dates per year
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For BSN Holders
Online MSN-AGACNP
MSN - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Address the growing need for nurse practitioners in this specialized area, and care for adults and older adults with acute and chronic conditions.
- 6 semesters (full-time)
8 semesters (part-time) - 3 intakes per year
- 1 campus immersion
1 virtual immersion
Requirements
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall
Next Start: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 49 credit hours
- 600 clinical hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 6 semesters (full-time)
- 8 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
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Online MSN-FNP
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities with a second master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner.
- 6 semesters (full-time)
8 semesters (part-time) - 3 intakes per year
- 1 campus immersion
1 virtual immersion
Requirements
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall
Next Start: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 49 credit hours
- 600 clinical hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 6 semesters (full-time)
- 8 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
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Online MSN Dual Track
Dual Degree Master's (FNP | AGACNP)
Combine two specializations in one degree and care for patients of all ages with varied medical needs across the life span.
- 8 semesters (full-time)
10 semesters (part-time) - 3 intakes per year
- 1 campus immersion
1 virtual immersion
Requirements
- BSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall
Next Start: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 62 credit hours
- 1,000 clinical hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 8 semesters (full-time)
- 10 semesters (part-time)
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
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Online MSN in Leadership
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.
- 4 semesters (full-time)
6 semesters (part-time) - 2 intakes per year
- No campus immersion
Requirements
- 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)
Important Dates
Apply Now
Next Start: September 2023
Program Features
- 37 credit hours
- 200 practicum hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 2 starts per year
- 4 semesters (full-time)
- 6 semesters (part-time)
- No campus immersion
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For MSN Holders
Online AGACNP Post-Master's Certificate
Online Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner 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*
- 3 intakes per year
- 1 campus immersion
1 virtual immersion
Requirements
- MSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active RN license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall
Next Start: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 20 credit hours
- 600 clinical hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
*may vary depending on evaluation of your MSN courses
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Online Post-Master's FNP
Second Degree MSN
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities as a family nurse practitioner with our post-master's FNP program.
- 4 semesters*
- 3 intakes per year
- 1 campus immersion
1 virtual immersion
Requirements
- MSN degree from an accredited institution
- Active nursing license
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
- 2 Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
Important Dates
Apply Now for Fall
Next Start: September 5, 2023
Program Features
- 20 credit hours
- 600 clinical hours
- $734.69 per credit hour
- 3 starts per year
- 4 semesters*
- 1 campus immersion
- 1 virtual immersion
*may vary depending on evaluation of your MSN courses
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