Master of Science in Nursing / Family Nurse Practitioner
University of Missouri-Columbia

Program Details

The online Family Nurse Practitioner MSN degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia is designed for RNs seeking to advance their careers and take on leadership roles.  As FNPs, students will act as a primary care provider for patients of all ages, delivering comprehensive healthcare.  You will learn to diagnose and treat common acute episodic health problems and to manage chronic diseases, promoting health education and disease prevention.  While each student develops a specific plan for their degree, all courses emphasize the rural and underserved populations.  Graduates are prepared to work independently and collaboratively to better serve all patients.

% Online

Mostly Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

University of Missouri-Columbia is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Some campus visits may be required
  • Current unencumbered RN license in the United States

Restricted States

Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Maryland, New York, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oregon, Tennessee, Washington, Wisconsin