Family Nurse Practitioner RN to MSN Degree Program

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Degree Overview

RN to Master of Science in Nursing in Family Nurse Practitioner

MSN Family Nurse Practioner graduation — South University MSN Family Nurse Practitioner 2021 Graduation

Take your skills further with a nursing degree through an RN to MSN program. Our Registered Nursing to Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Family Nurse Practitioner degree program offers the opportunity to registered nurses who do not currently have a BSN degree. With our intensive, streamlined course of study, you'll be awarded an MSN upon successful completion of the program. By combining nursing theory with advanced practice concepts, graduates of our RN to MSN are well-prepared to pursue work within either a healthcare or education setting.

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Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing, the Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice Programs at South University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

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Outstanding Education for Remarkable Careers

We're committed to helping our graduates make an impact in their professional and personal lives. We applaud our nursing alumni and the difference they make. Check out what some of our nursing graduates have to say.

Tiffany Taylor

Class of '25

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a specialization in Nurse Administrator – South University, Montgomery

“Their guidance, encouragement, and real-world insight played a key contribution in my growth as a nurse leader and helped me stay motivated through graduation.”

Angela Eckles

Class of '24

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - South University, Savannah

“Graduating from this program represents a culmination of hard work, dedication, and the acquisition of critical knowledge and skills that will support me in my nursing career.”

Nadine Singh

Class of '23

Doctor of Nurse Practice - South University's Online Programs

“The didactics, the rotations, the clinical experiences - these were super helpful experiences to help polish and improve my nursing skills.”

Elizabeth Tran

Class of '23

Doctor of Nurse Practice - South University, Tampa

“The thing that I love about South is that all the professors are very supportive and very responsive. I have nothing but great things to say about the nursing faculty. They try their best to bring out the best in their students.”

Aleksandra Avakova

Class of ’23

South University’s Online Program: Master of Science in Nursing with specialization in Nurse Educator

“I feel incredibly grateful that the education I received at South University opened so many opportunities for me. I can make a real impact on the future of nursing and be able to train and guide a new generation of nurses along this beautiful journey!”