Overview: Clarion University: Department of Nursing
Department: 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 Edinboro University. Majority of instruction is asynchronous using the D2L online learning management system. Some synchronous sessions may be required, but class times will be known in advance so that students can attend in real-time.
Phone Number: (814) 393-1252
Clarion University of Pennsylvania Online FNP Programs
M.S.N. Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner concentration
Program OverviewProgram Specialty: Family Nurse PractitionerDegree Type: MSN (BSN Required)Program Structure: Online instruction with limited on-campus visits with clinical hours requirementsWebsite: www.clarion.edu
Program RequirementsClinical Hours Requirements: 600 hours needed to graduateNumber of Credits Required: 45 credits needed to graduateNumber of Campus Visits Required: 2 (throughout entire program)
Program OptionsCurriculum Options: Full-time and Part-timeProgram 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 onlyNumber of Terms: Full-time: 6 Semesters; Part-time: 8 semesters
Requirements and TuitionApplication Requirements: BSN required; current RN; must have a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of part-time clinical practiceGPA: Minimum GPA 2.75Standardized Testing: Not requiredTuition: ~$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 OverviewProgram Specialty: Family Nurse PractitionerDegree Type: Post-MSN Certificate New or Second Specialty (any MSN accepted)Program Structure: Online instruction with limited on-campus visits with clinical hours requirementsWebsite: www.clarion.edu
Program RequirementsClinical Hours Requirements: 600 hours needed to graduateNumber of Credits Required: 24 to 33 credits needed to graduateNumber of Campus Visits Required: 2 (throughout entire program)
Program OptionsCurriculum Options: Full-time and Part-timeProgram 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 neededProgram Start Date: Fall and Spring admissionNumber of Terms: Full-time: 3 to 4 semesters; Part-time 4 to 6 semesters
Requirements and TuitionApplication Requirements: MSN required; current RN; must have a minimum of one year of full-time or two years of part-time clinical practiceGPA: Minimum GPA 3.0Standardized Testing: Not requiredTuition: ~$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.