Masters of Science in Nursing - Online

 

Earn more and get the credentials you need to diagnose, prescribe, and treat patients with an online Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Florida A&M University (FAMU). The Program prepares students to begin a new career path as a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and acquire Adult Gerontology Primary Care NP or Women's Health NP credentials. Plus, you’ll finish your degree faster with only 42 required credits as opposed to the 57 credits called for by other programs.

Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited college or university and demonstrate academic potential: (a) minimum GPA of 3.0 (in the last 60 semester hours of study). Graduate Record Examination(GRE) recommended, but not required for admission. We recommend a minimum GRE score of 300 (150 verbal and 150 quantitative).  Additionally, MSN candidates must meet a number of school-specific requirements, including a personal statement, Level II background check and drug screen. Post-Masters certificate program is available for students.


Due to restrictive state regulations, Florida A&M University (FAMU) is not permitted to provide online courses or instruction to students from some states. If you reside in a restricted state, you may not be permitted to enroll in or be admitted to a FAMU online program. Please contact your state’s higher education regulation authorities for more details.

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Our students improve the health of their community, because as nurses, they invest in the community where they live, learn, work and play.
Our students improve the health of their community, because as nurses, they invest in the community where they live, learn, work and play.
What is advanced practice nursing?

Are you thinking about becoming an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Practitioner?

Advanced Practice Registered Nurses Practitioners are a part of the healthcare team that provides initial, ongoing, and comprehensive care  to patients across the lifespan. APRNS are prepared and credentialed to assess, diagnose, manage patient health disorders, order tests, and prescribe medications.

 

Our focus will be on educating quality individual practitioners rather than quantities of students.
Our focus will be on educating quality individual practitioners rather than quantities of students.

Advanced Practice Nursing Careers

Advanced Practice Registered nurse practitioners work in various medical and community settings, as well as management, research, policy, and educational arenas.

  • Healthcare Providers’ Offices
  • Community Centers
  • Public Health
  • Home Health
  • Rehabilitation
  • Correctional Facilities
  • Nursing Care Facilities
  • Researcher
  • Health Policy
  • Case Management
  • School Health
  • Nursing Schools

Driven by Caring, Excellence and Diversity.
Driven by Caring, Excellence and Diversity.

Advanced Practice Nursing Salary Expectations

In 2022, the average nurse practitioner (NP) made:

  • Top salary $199,630
  • A median salary of $121,610
  • Lowest salary $87,340

Highest-paying states for NPs:

  • California
  • New Jersey
  • Oregon
  • Nevada
  • Massachusetts

The states with the highest employment rates for NPs are:

  • California
  • Texas
  • New York
  • Florida
  • Tennessee

Advanced Practice Nursing Programs

What is the Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP) and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (WHNP) Program?

Nurse assisting older patient AGPCNP

This program provides patient-centered care by employing evidence-based practice designed to improve quality of care and health outcomes. 

Nurse assisting female patient WHNP

This program focuses on health care to women across the life cycle with emphasis on conditions unique to women from menarche through the remainder of their life cycle within the context of socio-cultural environments: interpersonal, family and community. 

Program Faculty

Name Email Phone
Dr. Carswella Phillips
Interim Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
carswella.phillips@famu.edu (850) 599-3017
Dr. Taiwo Arise
Associate Professor

taiwo.arise@famu.edu

(850) 599-3017
Dr. Sonja Allen
WHNP Specialty Track Coordinator

sonja.allen@famu.edu

(850) 599-3017