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Master of Science in Nursing
Prepare to become a highly skilled primary care provider and health care leader. Graduates of EKU’s MSN FNP program experience high first attempt pass rates on national certification exams.
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Why Choose Eastern Kentucky University Online?
100% Online
Complete coursework on your schedule. We offer courses in two 8-week terms for fall and spring semesters and two 6-week terms in the summer, allowing you to focus on two classes per term and still carry a full-time load.
Free Textbooks & Free Application
Textbooks are free for all students with EKU BookSmart! And there’s no fee to apply. With a wide variety of financial aid and scholarship opportunities, there’s no better time to earn your degree and begin the career of your dreams.
Free Tutoring & Career Services
Easily access the resources and services you need to excel. EKU Online provides free online tutoring, as well as the tools and support to achieve your career goals after graduation.
Nationally Accredited
With an added emphasis on health promotion and disease prevention, EKU’s rural health family nurse practitioner program prepares graduates as highly skilled primary care providers.
What Our Students Say
“I’m so happy and thankful that I choose EKU for my Master of Science in Nursing education. After completing the program, I felt confident and prepared to enter the field of advanced practice nursing. I couldn’t have asked for a more personable group of faculty members.“
Not Sure Where to Start?
Schedule a call with the advisor for our online nursing programs. They can walk you through financial aid options, how to apply, and let you know what kind of classes you’ll take in the program.
Misty Bailey
Online Enrollment Advisor
The baccalaureate degree, master’s degree, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Eastern Kentucky University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
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EKU is consistently recognized as one of the best online colleges in the nation. A brick-and-mortar accredited institution, EKU began offering online degrees in 2006 and continues to service all students with our on-campus offerings.
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