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Master of Science in Nursing
Choose from two MSN specializations and prepare to become an innovative leader in the nursing field. Graduates of EKU’s MSN programs 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
EKU’s MSN program delivers competencies required for advanced practice nursing as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or a Rural Health Family Nurse Practitioner.
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.
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Online Program Enrollment Advisor
What Our Students Say
“My experience with EKU MSN/FNP online program has been great! It is very challenging, but with the many knowledgeable and working nurse practitioners as professors who understand the challenges working students face, it is very doable. I’ve been able to plan around a busy schedule and that’s been a great plus. I’ll always promote EKU Online as the place to receive a quality, personalized education.“
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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