Program Details
The online nurse practitioner degree from the University of South Alabama is designed for working adults seeking to advance their nursing careers. Through the MSN in Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) degree students gain the knowledge and skills needed to act as the primary care provider for adults and children of all ages. The curriculum prepares you to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic health problems in patients of diverse populations and from diverse cultures. Graduates will synthesize and apply advanced knowledge, theories, and research as they serve as leaders in the FNP field. They are able to apply advanced knowledge to influence health policy and delivery systems, contributing to the direction of the nursing profession.
% Online
Mostly OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
University of South Alabama is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s)
Additional Info
- Active unencumbered RN License
- Students may be required to return to campus at the end of fall, spring, and summer semesters for a final exam and orientation to the next semester.