University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Nursing Programs at the University of Minnesota

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Master of Nursing (MSN)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
  • DNP: APRN
    • DNP: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
    • DNP: Adult Gerontological Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
    • DNP: Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PHMNP)
    • DNP: Women's Health/Gender-Related Nurse Practitioner (WHNP)
    • DNP: Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (PNP-PC)
    • DNP: Adult/Gerontological Clinical Nurse Specialist (AG CNS)
    • DNP: Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist
    • DNP: Nurse Anesthesia (DNAP)
    • DNP: Nurse Midwifery (CNM)
  • DNP: Non-Clinical 
    • DNP: Health Innovation and Leadership
    • DNP: Integrative Health and Healing
    • DNP: Nursing Informatics
• PhD in Nursing program.

Hands-On Learning Experience 

The nursing program offers a great advantage to students; the school collaborates with over 250 health and community organizations. This partnership ensures that students receive excellent supervised clinical experiences. As a student, you will have various learning opportunities to enhance your skills and gain a better understanding of the range of care provided by nurses. 

Mode of Learning  

• BSN Program: Offered at both the Twin Cities and Rochester campuses.
• MSN Program: Completed in 16 months (4 consecutive semesters, including Summer), this full-time program features weekly on-campus day courses and variable practicums. Students are encouraged to prioritize their studies and reduce work commitments during the program.
• DNP Program: Offers both three-year and four-year completion options. All DNP students must attend a one-week on-campus session each semester.
• PhD Program: Typically takes 4-5 years to complete.

NCLEX Pass Rate

In 2021, the University of Minnesota Nursing Students accomplished an outstanding feat with an 89% first-time pass rate. This impressive performance significantly surpasses the national average for all first-time test takers educated in the United States, which stood at 82% during the same period.

Admissions at The University of Minnesota

Due to the high level of interest in this program, securing a spot is highly competitive. The application period starts on August 1, and the deadline for submitting nursing applications is November 1. For consideration, applicants are required to submit a complete application, which includes answering supplemental questions specific to nursing.

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Masters of Nursing Science, and the DNP  program at the University of Minnesota are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education(CCNE).

Campus Locations

In addition to the Twin Cities campus, the University of Minnesota has campuses in Crookston, Duluth, Morris, and Rochester. Prospective students should check each campus to see which nursing programs are available.

Format & Tuition of Available Program

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  Format
  Tuition
  Score
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner AGACNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $26,640
  4.7 /5
• Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner AGPCNP - MSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $124,875
  4.5 /5
• Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner AGPCNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $34,965
  4.6 /5
• Clinical Nurse Specialist Adult Gerontology - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $133,200
  4.5 /5
• Clinical Nurse Specialist Pediatrics - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $136,530
  4.7 /5
• Family Nurse Practitioner FNP - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $83,250
  4.7 /5
• Nurse Informatics - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $108,225
  4.5 /5
• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner PACNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $26,640
  4.8 /5
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner PPCNP - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $134,865
  4.5 /5
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner PPCNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $33,300
  4.6 /5
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP - BSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $133,200
  4.5 /5
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner PMHNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $36,630
  4.6 /5
• Traditional BSN
  On-Campus
  $73,914
  4.8 /5
• Womens Health Nurse Practitioner WHNP - MSN to DNP
  On-Campus
  $123,210
  4.5 /5
• Womens Health Nurse Practitioner WHNP - DNP to Post Grad Certificate
  On-Campus
  $34,965
  4.8 /5