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.
A Jesuit education is prestigious.
Rockhurst University’s online programs are guided by our Jesuit values of learning, leadership and service. We’ll prepare you to meet the 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 programs, so you can determine which degree or certification best suits your needs and aligns with your goals. When you join Rockhurst, you join a diverse community united in a commitment to cultivating a just, inclusive and sustainable future.
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2023
Next Start Date: May 22, 2023
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.
Application Deadline: April 21, 2023
Next Start: May 22, 2023
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities with a second master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner.
Application deadline: April 21, 2023
Next Start: May 22, 2023
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.
Application Deadline: April 21, 2023
Next Start: May 30, 2023
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.
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Next Start: September 2023
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.
Application Deadline: April 21, 2023
Next Start: May 22, 2023
Second Degree MSN
Broaden your skills and expand your career opportunities as a family nurse practitioner with our post-master's FNP program.
Application Deadline: April 21, 2023
Next Start: May 22, 2023
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership: Higher Education
Transition your career and become an educator at the university level with skills in curriculum design, higher education systems, and modern technologies.
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2023 Term
Next Start Date: August 28, 2023
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership: Health Care Education
Leverage your professional health care experience to address the educator shortage and prepare a new generation of health care practitioners in your field.
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2023 Term
Next Start Date: August 28, 2023
Online Ed.D. in Education and Leadership: K-12 Leadership
Develop your leadership, advocacy and decision-making skills to bring a modern approach to your community’s primary and secondary educational systems.
Now Accepting Applications for Fall 2023 Term
Next Start Date: August 28, 2023
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Next Start: May 22, 2023
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To proceed with either the BSN to MSN FNP or the BSN to DNP FNP, you are required to have a bachelor’s degree and hold your RN license.
If you don’t meet these requirements but would still like further information, please contact us.
To proceed with the EdD in Educational Leadership and Organizational Leadership, you are required to have a master’s degree.
If you don’t meet this requirement but would still like further information, please contact us.
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