Overview: Samford University: Ida Moffett School of Nursing
Programs Offered: FNP
Degree Types: DNP (BSN Required), RN to DNP (ADN or Diploma accepted)
Accreditation: CCNE
Instruction Methods: Students can access coursework and other course materials at any time from any location.
Phone Number: (205) 726-2047
Social Media: Facebook and Twitter
Samford University Online FNP Programs
Online BSN to DNP Family Nurse Practitioner program
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: DNP (BSN Required)
Program Structure: Online instruction with three on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.samford.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1140 hours needed to graduate
Number of Credits Required: 69 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 3 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time and Part-time
Program Length: Full-time program can be completed in approximately 3 years; Part-time program can be completed in approximately 4 years
Program Start Date: Fall and Spring admission
Number of Terms: Full-time: 9 to 10 Semesters; Part-time: 11 to 12 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: BSN required; current RN license
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 in nursing courses
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$57,477 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $833 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from DC, Delaware, Kentucky, New York, North Carolina and Wisconsin
Online RN to DNP Family Nurse Practitioner program
Program Overview
Program Specialty: Family Nurse Practitioner
Degree Type: RN to DNP (ADN or Diploma accepted)
Program Structure: Online instruction with four on-campus visits with clinical hours requirements
Website: www.samford.edu
Program Requirements
Clinical Hours Requirements: 1140 hours needed to graduate
Number of Credits Required: 84 credits needed to graduate
Number of Campus Visits Required: 4 (throughout entire program)
Program Options
Curriculum Options: Full-time only
Program Length: Program can be completed in 4 years
Program Start Date: Spring admission only
Number of Terms: 12 semesters
Requirements and Tuition
Application Requirements: ADN or Diploma in Nursing; current RN license; minimum of 72 hours of college credit (applicants can complete general education requirements at another university before enrolling)
GPA: Minimum GPA 3.0 in nursing courses
Standardized Testing: Not required
Tuition: ~$69,972 + fees
Cost Per Credit Hour: $833 per credit hour
Eligibility Restrictions: Program does not currently accept students from DC, Delaware, Kentucky, New York, North Carolina and Wisconsin
