Earn more and get the credentials you need to diagnose, prescribe and treat patients with an online Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Florida A&M University (FAMU). Program prepares students to begin a new career path as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and acquire Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP credentials. Plus, you’ll finish your degree faster with only 42 required credits as opposed to the 57 credits called for by other programs.
Key Benefits of a FAMU MSN
We've taken great care to integrate a curriculum that prepares our graduates for workforce realities in primary care. Many FAMU MSN program graduates come from minority backgrounds so our program operates with a cultural sensitivity many of our students appreciate.
Curriculum and Accreditation
The FAMU School of Nursing is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education
in Nursing (ACEN) and the curriculum is influenced by the American Association of
the College of Nursing, the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculty, and
the Institute of Medicine.
Requirements Before You Apply
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited college
or university and demonstrate academic potential: (a) minimum GPA of 3.0 (in the last
60 semester hours of study) and/or (b) minimum GRE score of 300 (150 verbal and 150
quantitative). Additionally, MSN candidates must meet a number of school-specific
requirements, including a personal statement, Level II background check and drug screen.
Post-Masters certificate program is available for students.
State Authorization
Due to restrictive state regulations, Florida A&M University (FAMU) is not permitted
to provide online courses or instruction to students from some states. If you reside in a restricted state, you may not be permitted to enroll in or be admitted
to a FAMU online program. Please contact your state’s higher education regulation authorities for more details.
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