Purdue University Global School of Nursing

Students can receive a quality nursing education, whether it is online, in the classroom, or a combination of both. The nursing programs offer a flexible plan for those who have work and life commitments.

Undergraduate

Bachelor of Science in Nursing—RN-to-BSN

Gain the skills and credentials to advance into nurse management and leadership roles, while laying the groundwork to pursue future nurse practitioner or advanced practice roles. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study public health nursing, population-centered health care in the community, nursing management, chronic care delivery, research-guided evidence-based practice, health assessment, and professional leadership.
• Career Opportunities: Nurse case management, staff leadership, registered nursing, public health, patient care coordination, telehealth
• CCNE Accredited: The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Purdue Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Electives: Customize your degree by choosing from the following electives, many of which align with certifications recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program*:
  • Holistic Professional Nursing Practice
  • Case Management Across the Continuum of Care
  • Primary Care in the Ambulatory Setting
  • Hospice and Palliative Care Nursing
  • Faith Community Nursing
  • Transcultural Nursing
• Practice Experiences: Complete clinical practice experiences at a location of your choice where you can apply what you learn in a real-world setting.†
• Choose How You Learn: The ExcelTrack™ option offers a faster 12-month path and more affordable way to earn your BSN.‡
• Accelerated MSN Option: Complete graduate courses as part of the program to get a head start on Purdue Global's Master of Science in Nursing.§

^{The program is not available in all states. Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{* The Magnet Recognition Program® is a registered trademark of the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{† Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

^{‡ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information.}

^{§ The University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any future programs. Speak to an Advisor about admissions requirements and transfer credit opportunities and see the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.}

Graduate

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Earn a valuable nursing credential. Expand your expertise and prepare to take on leadership and independent practice opportunities. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study advanced nursing roles, advanced practice nursing, evidence-based practice, epidemiology, health promotion, health policy, ethics, legal perspectives of the health care system, and how to promote optimal models and systems for health care delivery.
• Career Opportunities: Management/leadership positions, advanced practice roles, nurse practitioner, nurse educator, postsecondary nurse instructor or teacher
• CCNE Accredited: The master's degree in nursing program at Purdue Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Specialized Pathways: Choose a concentration or population focus area aligned with your career goals and prepare for industry-recognized certifications.*
  • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
  • Family Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Executive Leader
  • Nurse Educator
• Clinicals: Complete faculty- and preceptor-guided clinical practice sessions to gain hands-on experience relevant to your career pathway.†
• MSN–DNP Path: Apply clinical hours completed in the master's program toward a future Purdue Global Doctor of Nursing Practice.‡
• Choose How You Learn: The ExcelTrack™ option offers a faster and more affordable way to earn your MSN.§

^{The program is not available in all states. Please refer to Licensure.PurdueGlobal.edu for additional information on licensure, state authorizations, and program availability. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{* Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{† Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

^{‡ The University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any future programs. Speak to an Advisor about admissions requirements and transfer credit opportunities and see the University Catalog for the Prior Learning policy.}

^{§ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information.}

Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration Dual Degree Option

Prepare for greater challenges in health care. Earn your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and Master of Business Administration (MBA) together online and combine professional expertise in nursing administration and business management.

• Program Highlights: Learn to make sound business and management decisions for both healthcare and healthcare-related organizations. Take classes online and complete a clinical experience.
• Career Opportunities: Managerial positions and leadership roles in hospitals, community health centers, long-term care facilities, and other healthcare business systems
• CCNE Accredited: The master's degree in nursing program at Purdue Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• ACBSP Accreditation: The MBA has received programmatic accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (www.ACBSP.org).*
• Clinicals: As part of the MSN's executive leader degree concentration, you will complete faculty- and preceptor-guided clinical practice sessions to gain hands-on experience relevant to your career.†

^{The program is not available in all states. Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{*  For more information on Purdue Global's ACBSP accreditation, visit www.acbsp.org.}

^{† Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Public Health Dual Degree Option

Prepare for executive-level positions that influence health policy and improve the quality of providing community-based care quality at local, state, national, or global levels. Develop advanced nursing, public health, and leadership skills in a dual-degree program that allows you to earn your MSN and MPH online in as few as 2.5 years.

• Program Highlights: Study public health, global health, epidemiology, and program development through a leadership lens and learn how to apply your nursing experience and public health knowledge to real-world healthcare scenarios.
• Career Opportunities: Qualify for executive-level positions in hospital administration, health care organizations, and health departments at local, national, and global levels. Become a consultant or liaison to local community and government entities focused on environmental, public, and global health.
• Certifications: Prepare for advanced certifications such as the Nurse Executive, offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).†
• Accelerated Course Options: Some courses are available as ExcelTrack™ offerings, so you can earn your two degrees faster.‡
• Concentration: MSN Executive Leader

^{Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.}

^{† Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{‡ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information. Enrollees will pay a per-term resource fee and program-specific fees. MSN and certificate programs include traditional clinical and final project courses; tuition for these courses is charged at the standard per-credit rate.}

Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Health Care Administration Dual Degree Option

Make a lasting impact on the healthcare industry with a dual-degree program that prepares you for leadership positions in hospital settings, long-term care facilities, ambulatory clinics, and within the healthcare industry sector. Focus your expertise on improving the delivery of health services in your community and earn both an MSN and MHCA in as few as two years.

• Program Highlights: Gain a competitive edge by combining the advanced nursing skills of an MSN with the business management and health administration expertise of an MHCA. Study advanced nursing, leadership, organizational development, financial management, and operations through a healthcare lens.
• Career Opportunities: Qualify for executive-level positions in healthcare organizations, including hospital administration, medical insurance, and pharmaceutical companies.
• Certifications: Prepare for advanced certifications such as the Nurse Executive, offered by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).†
• Accelerated Course Options: Some courses are available as ExcelTrack™ offerings, so you can earn your two degrees faster.‡
• Concentration: MSN Executive Leader

^{Purdue Global does not guarantee employment placement or career advancement. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience and opportunities for employment. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions.}

^{† Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{‡ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information. Enrollees will pay a per-term resource fee and program-specific fees. MSN and certificate programs include traditional clinical and final project courses; tuition for these courses is charged at the standard per-credit rate.}

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Prepare to pursue leadership and clinical roles and be ready to perform at the highest level of the nursing profession. Complete your courses online, earning a valuable healthcare credential while you continue to work.

• Program Highlights: Study how to transform a health care organization; epidemiology, social determinants, ethics, policy, and advocacy related to population health; and clinical decision-making and scientific foundations for practice doctorate.
• CCNE Accredited: The Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Purdue Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Practice Experience: Complete a 1,000-hour practicum where you integrate evidence and theory to drive healthcare quality improvement and solve complex healthcare challenges.*
• Scholarly Project: Complete a multi-term practice-based project that evidences data-driven decision-making to develop new systems or population health practices.

^{The program is not available in all states. Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{* Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Certificate

Prepare for providing direct care management, diagnosis, and treatment planning for acutely ill medical, surgical, and critical care adults. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study advanced physiology, pathophysiology, health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics; acute care management and diagnosis; and critical care management.
• Certifications: Prepare for the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner or the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN) Acute Care Nurse Practitioner certification exams.
• CCNE Accredited: The postgraduate APRN certificate programs at Purdue Global are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Clinical Experiences: This population focus area includes an online skills lab that incorporates an Oculus Quest VR headset for a virtual lab experience, allowing you to work remotely with faculty and staff.

^{Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{Graduates who pass the relevant certification exam may be academically eligible for licensure as advanced practice registered nurses in any state in which the program is available for enrollment. Licensure-track programs may limit enrollment to students in certain states; please refer to Licensure.PurdueGlobal.edu for additional information on licensure, state authorizations, and program availability. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams.}

^{Please note that most states require nurses to be nationally certified and to have completed an accredited graduate nursing program in order to obtain licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse. Each national certification provider and state Board of Nursing will have eligibility requirements in addition to these educational requirements, such as passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they are eligible for state Board of Nursing approval and certification as an advanced practice registered nurse in their state.}

^{Students can obtain additional information from their state's Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).}

^{* There is a one-time fee for Clinic Immersives NP Skills Lab hardware.}

Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Certificate

Prepare to diagnose, treat, and manage chronic health conditions, conduct evidence-based practice, and deliver preventive care for adults of all ages. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study advanced physiology, pathophysiology, health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics; and primary care of adults, women's health, and the elderly.
• Certifications: Prepare for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner certification exams.
• CCNE Accredited: The postgraduate APRN certificate programs at Purdue Global are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Practice Experiences: Complete clinical practice sessions where you can apply what you learn in a real-world setting.*

^{Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{Graduates who pass the relevant certification exam may be academically eligible for licensure as advanced practice registered nurses in any state in which the program is available for enrollment. Licensure-track programs may limit enrollment to students in certain states; please refer to Licensure.PurdueGlobal.edu for additional information on licensure, state authorizations, and program availability. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams.}

^{Please note that most states require nurses to be nationally certified and to have completed an accredited graduate nursing program in order to obtain licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse. Each national certification provider and state Board of Nursing will have eligibility requirements in addition to these educational requirements, such as passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they are eligible for state Board of Nursing approval and certification as an advanced practice registered nurse in their state.}

^{Students can obtain additional information from their state's Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).}

^{* Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

Executive Leader Postgraduate Certificate

Prepare to take on administrative, managerial, and leadership roles in a broad range of healthcare settings. Complete most of the program's six courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study leadership, organizational theory, finance, strategic planning, budgeting, human resources management, information technology, and administration specific to health care systems.
• Certifications: Prepare for the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Nurse Executive or Nurse Executive, Advanced certification exams or the American Organization for Nursing Leadership's Certified in Executive Nursing Practice (CENP) exam.*
• Clinicals: Complete a clinical practice experience to gain real-world experience applying what you learn.†
• Choose How You Learn: The ExcelTrack™ option offers a faster and more affordable way to earn your certificate.‡

^{The program is not available in all states. Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{*Eligibility depends on the level of leadership within your organization. Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{† Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

^{‡ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information.}

Family Nurse Practitioner, Primary Care Postgraduate Certificate

Prepare to provide primary care to individuals of all ages and to improve the availability of culturally relevant, evidence-based health services in diverse communities. Complete your courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Study advanced physiology, pathophysiology, health assessment, diagnostic reasoning, pharmacology, and pharmacotherapeutics; and primary care of children, adolescents, adults, and women's health.
• Certifications: Prepare for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner or Family Nurse Practitioner certification exams.
• CCNE Accredited: The postgraduate APRN certificate programs at Purdue Global are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).
• Practice Experiences: Complete a clinical practice experience where you can apply what you learn in a real-world setting.*

^{Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{Graduates who pass the relevant certification exam may be academically eligible for licensure as advanced practice registered nurses in any state in which the program is available for enrollment. Licensure-track programs may limit enrollment to students in certain states; please refer to Licensure.PurdueGlobal.edu for additional information on licensure, state authorizations, and program availability. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams.}

^{Please note that most states require nurses to be nationally certified and to have completed an accredited graduate nursing program in order to obtain licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse. Each national certification provider and state Board of Nursing will have eligibility requirements in addition to these educational requirements, such as passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they are eligible for state Board of Nursing approval and certification as an advanced practice registered nurse in their state.}

^{Students can obtain additional information from their state's Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).}

^{* Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Postgraduate Certificate

Acquire skills for providing in-demand mental health care services. You'll learn how to care for the mental health of patients from childhood through adulthood. Complete online courses on your own schedule, plus get hands-on experience in a clinical setting.

• Program Highlights: Learn to diagnose, assess, treat, monitor, and manage psychiatric mental health disorders, substance abuse problems, medical organic brain disorders, and complex co-occurring diseases and disorders across the lifespan.
• Career Opportunities: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Clinicals: Complete a mentor-guided, clinical, or practicum experience that's designed to apply theoretical knowledge.*

^{Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{Graduates who pass the relevant certification exam may be academically eligible for licensure as advanced practice registered nurses in any state in which the program is available for enrollment. Licensure-track programs may limit enrollment to students in certain states; please refer to Licensure.PurdueGlobal.edu for additional information on licensure, state authorizations, and program availability. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams.}

^{Please note that most states require nurses to be nationally certified and to have completed an accredited graduate nursing program in order to obtain licensure as an advanced practice registered nurse. Each national certification provider and state Board of Nursing will have eligibility requirements in addition to these educational requirements, such as passing a criminal background check. Students are responsible for determining whether they are eligible for state Board of Nursing approval and certification as an advanced practice registered nurse in their state.}

^{Students are responsible for determining whether they are eligible for state Board of Nursing approval and certification as an advanced practice registered nurse in their state. Students can obtain additional information from their state's Board of Nursing, the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).}

^{*Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

Nurse Educator Postgraduate Certificate

Prepare for teaching positions in nursing schools, continuing education, clinical education, staff development, and community or patient education programs.

Complete most of the program's six courses online, on your schedule.

• Program Highlights: Focus on developing courses and programs that integrate nursing philosophy; examine the ethical and legal issues related to the use of technology in teaching; analyze assessment, measurement, and evaluation methods used in nursing education.
• Certifications: Prepare for the National League for Nursing's Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) exam and the American Nurses Credentialing Center's (ANCC) Nursing Professional Development board certification exam.*
• Clinicals: Complete a clinical practice experience to gain real-world experience applying what you learn.†
• Choose How You Learn: The ExcelTrack™ option offers a faster and more affordable way to earn your certificate.‡

^{The program is not available in all states. Contact an Admissions Advisor for details. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Prior experience may be necessary for leadership positions. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.}

^{* Students are responsible for understanding the requirements of optional certification exams. The University cannot guarantee students will be eligible to sit for or pass exams. In some cases, work experience, additional coursework beyond the Purdue Global program, fieldwork, and/or background checks may be necessary to be eligible to take or to successfully pass the exams.}

^{† Some Purdue Global programs are not 100% online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Contact an Admissions Advisor for additional information.}

^{‡ ExcelTrack™ is designed to advance your progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information}

Campus Learning Experience

Purdue University Global instructors understand that real-world experiences and skills are required to function as an optimal nurse in the place of employment. The campus-based programs include associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs and certificates that focus on real-world education, professional skills, and career-focused training.

Campus Locations

Indiana, Iowa, Nebraska, Maine, Maryland, Missouri, Wisconsin

Online Learning

We offer an online program made for those who cannot fit a class into their daytime life schedule, which includes many adult learners these days. You can conveniently make your own schedule and let study time fit your life instead of your life fitting into school time.

All of our Nursing programs are taught by elite practitioners and are designed for the working nurse who also has family obligations. We understand your unique circumstances and are here for you. Check us out and you will find that we are the logical choice as you consider starting your nursing journey or want to further your career in Nursing.

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree in nursing at Purdue University Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The master's degree in nursing program at Purdue Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

The post-graduate APRN certificate programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Purdue University Global is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Rankings

NICHE (2019)

• Safest College Campuses in America #174
• Colleges with the Best Student Life in America #432
• Most Diverse Colleges in America #455
• Best College Locations in America #571
• Safest College Campuses in Iowa #2
• Best College Locations in Iowa #6
• Most Diverse Colleges in Iowa #6
• Colleges with the Best Student Life in Iowa #12