MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)

Online MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Admission Requirements

The MSN program prepares nurses for the family nurse practitioner (FNP) role, caring for patients across the lifespan. Graduates obtain educational eligibility for national board certification as a family nurse practitioner (FNP).

Applicants must complete an application via the Nursing Central Application Service (CAS). Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

Admission Requirements to FNP or FNP/ENP

1. Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited program. Official transcripts of all undergraduate academic work from each college or institution of higher learning attended.
   *Prerequisite course required: Elementary statistics (MTH 123) with a grade of “C” or better.  
2. GPA: A cumulative undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). *Applicants who do not meet the minimum GPA requirement, but whose application contains evidence suggesting strong academic ability, may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis.
3. Verification of a current, unencumbered RN license and expiration date in the state in which the student is licensed and practices; and will be completing practicum hours. 
4. Clinical experience: At least 1,000 clinical hours of practice as a Registered Nurse prior to registering for the first practicum course. 
5. A curriculum vita (CV) or resume.
6. A statement of intent outlining the following: 1) qualifications and 2) rationale for applying to the program.  

Applicants with current certification and licensure as a family nurse practitioner (FNP) may apply for the Emergency Nurse Practitioner certificate only. 
  

Transfer Credits  

A maximum of nine (9) semester hours of graduate work completed at other accredited institutions may be applied toward a master’s degree at UMU, provided the student earned a grade of A or B in such courses. Transfer hours from an accredited institution will be considered for acceptance at the time of application/acceptance to the Graduate Program of study. The Nursing Director and/or Program Coordinator will review the course. The transfer course must demonstrate that it meets or exceeds 70% of the content for the learning outcomes identified in the graduate course (through course content, student activities, and assessments in the syllabus). All track-specific didactic and clinical/practicum courses must be taken at the University of Mount Union.   

The following courses may be applied for transfer credit (limit of nine semester hours)  

• NUR 501- Advanced Pathophysiology 3CR 
• NUR 502- Advanced Pharmacology 3CR * 
• NUR 503- Advanced Health Assessment 3CR 
• NUR 504- Healthcare Trends and Issues 3CR 
• NUR 505- Research and Evidence-Based Practice 3CR  

 
*Advanced Pharmacology must be taken within five years preceding an APRN National Certification exam, based on individual State Boards of Nursing regulations.

MSN Graduate Nursing Curriculum 

Balancing work, life, and education is easier through our fully online coursework, combined with hands-on skill development during short intensives. Our dedicated faculty guides practicums. Build a close-knit community with your nursing colleagues throughout the program.

Graduate nursing program outcomes build upon undergraduate nursing achievements.  The MSN graduate will:

1. Translate knowledge from nursing and the sciences to guide decision-making in advanced practice.   
2. Organize a plan of care, within the full scope of advanced practice, to provide optimal, patient-centered outcomes.   
3.  Incorporate healthcare technologies and collaborate in professional partnerships to strengthen outcomes.   
4. Analyze data for the promotion of equitable population health outcomes.  
5. Evaluate quality and safety outcomes to coordinate individual and system-level performance improvement.     

6. Model best practices to enrich professional nursing identity. 

MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and ENP Certification Accreditation Status

The Master of Science in Nursing and ENP Certificate program has been approved by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE); as of January 2024.
 

Baccalaureate Nursing Program Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education ( http://www.ccneaccrediation.org). The program’s last site visit was in November 2020. CCNE granted accreditation to the BSN program at the University of Mount Union for ten years. The next site visit will be in Fall 2030.

The baccalaureate degree in nursing (BSN) program at the University of Mount Union is fully approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing (OBN) in accordance with Rule 4723.06 (A)(5), of the Ohio Revised Code for a period of five years effective May 25, 2022. The next site visit will be in the spring of 2027. Ohio Board of Nursing, 17 South High St., Suite 400, Columbus, OH 43215-7410, (614) 466-3947. http://www.nursing.ohio.gov/

Estimated MSN Family Nurse Practitioner and ENP Certification Program Cost

Review the estimated costs for Mount Union's MSN FNP and the MSN FNP/ENP Program below. Start date of August 2024.

TUITION

Projected 2024 Entering Cohort Class (tuition is fixed per cohort for the duration of the program)

FEES

projected 2024 Entering Cohort Class (subject to change annually)

OTHER ESTIMATED COSTS

*Other expenses to be considered include a computer (if a student doesn't already own one or have access to one), a smartphone or PDA, books, health record maintenance, background checks, and clinical equipment. Living and travel expenses may vary widely depending on location. Students are responsible for expenses related to travel for intensives and practicums.

The current cost of attendance figures are displayed under the Cost of Attendance section of our website.