Master in Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (Master's)

For Master in Family Practice Nurse/Nursing (Master's), applications for the Jan 2027 intake close on Oct 1, 2026; tuition is Review graduate tuition and fees information.

Graduates are qualified to work as licensed family nurse practitioners in New York State and other regions. The programme prepares nurses to deliver primary care to families through advanced clinical training and certification exam readiness. Students complete clinical rotations in diverse healthcare settings including pediatrics, women's health, and chronic illness management. The curriculum integrates theory, practice, and leadership in healthcare systems.

Focus areas include Organizational and Systems Leadership, Informatics and Healthcare Technologies, Quality Improvement and Safety, Health Policy and Advocacy, Clinical Prevention and Population Health, Advanced Pharmacology.

The programme requires 42 credits and includes coursework, clinical practicum hours, and a 3-day on-campus residency. Courses cover advanced pathophysiology, physical examination, and family nursing practice, with clinical experiences in pediatrics, women's health, adult and older adult populations, chronic illness, and health promotion.

Graduates are prepared to work as family nurse practitioners in private practice, hospitals, clinics, and community health settings, providing primary care and prescribing medications under state regulations.

Applicants must hold a BSN from an accredited institution and an unencumbered RN license. A college-level statistics course with a grade of B or higher is required. No GRE or other standardized test is needed. Application materials include transcripts, a personal statement, resume, and one professional recommendation.

The programme totals about 42 credit hours. Primarily online with a 3-day on-campus residency; part-time study available over seven semesters. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 85% of applicants.