Overview: Edinboro University: Department of Nursing
Programs Offered: FNP
Degree Types: MSN (BSN Required), Post-MSN Certificate New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Accreditation: ACEN
Instruction Methods: Joint program with Clarion University. Majority of instruction is asynchronous, however, some synchronous sessions may be required. Program uses the D2L learning management system.
Phone Number: (814) 732-2900
Social Media: Facebook and Twitter
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania Online FNP Programs
Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner program
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: MSN (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with limited on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.clarion.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 600 hours needed to graduate
Number of Credits Required: 45 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time program can be completed in 2 years; Part-time program can be completed in 3 years (students have up to 6 years to finish the program)
Program Start Date: Fall admission only
Number of Terms: Full-time: 6 Semesters; Part-time: 8 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN; must have a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of part-time clinical practice
GPA: Minimum GPA 2.75
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$30,940 + fees (in-state); ~$35,298 + fees (out-of-state)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $687.55 per credit hour (in-state); $784.40 per credit hour (out-of-state)
Eligibility Restrictions: Program is authorized to accepts students from Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas; however, clinical practicums must be completed in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or New York. Contact Clarion University for the most up-to-date information.
Post-Masters Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate program
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: Post-MSN Certificate New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with limited on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.clarion.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 600 hours needed to graduate
Number of Credits Required: 24 to 33 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 2 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time program can be completed in approximately 1 year; Part-time program can be completed in approximately 1.5 to 2 years; Program length depends on gap analysis and number of credits needed
Program Start Date: Fall and Spring admission
Number of Terms: Full-time: 3 to 4 semesters; Part-time 4 to 6 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: MSN required; current RN; must have a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of part-time clinical practice
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$16,501 + fees (in-state); ~$18,826 + fees (out-of-state) (based on 24 credits, tuition will be higher for students who need to complete 33 credits)
Cost Per Credit Hour: $687.55 per credit hour (in-state); $784.40 per credit hour (out-of-state)
Eligibility Restrictions: Program is authorized to accepts students from Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maine, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Texas; however, clinical practicums must be completed in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or New York. Contact Clarion University for the most up-to-date information.
