A flexible, top-quality MSN program tailored for RNs with a bachelor’s degree.
At Samuel Merritt University, our online Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) program is designed to elevate your nursing career. The program combines rigorous academic coursework with practical, hands-on experience, equipping you with the skills needed to deliver holistic care and advanced clinical practice across the lifespan.
Learn from experienced educators and practitioners dedicated to your success.
A curriculum that challenges you to extend your capabilities as an evidence-based nurse practitioner.
An MSN degree program that focuses on meeting the healthcare needs of underserved and multicultural populations.
Comprehensive clinical, practical, and professional preparation for new responsibilities as a Family Nurse Practitioner.
An Online FNP Program That Offers a Patient-Oriented Nursing Education
Our online MSN-FNP program delivers the same rigorous, patient-focused curriculum as our on-campus program, providing flexibility for busy professionals. The online format allows you to balance your studies with work and personal commitments. As an SMU MSN-FNP student, you’ll attend two on-campus intensives at our Sacramento campus, while completing your clinical training in your own community.
- Access from anywhere
- Interactive learning
- National network of colleagues
- Personalized instruction
- Control over your schedule
- Full-time or part-time learning options
Why Become an MSN-FNP?
Family Nurse Practitioners play an increasingly vital role in healthcare, including much needed care in underserved communities. Earning an MSN-FNP degree equips you for success in this rapidly growing field that is projected to expand by 38% over the next decade, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
91%
SMU graduates are
employed in their specialty.
#1
in Best Healthcare Jobs as ranked by “US News & World Report.”
40%
increase in FNP openings between 2021 and 2031!
82%
Employers prefer SMU graduates than other candidates.
Source: 2022-2023
Employer Survey
“I wanted to become a nurse practitioner to be able to provide all patients with genuine and compassionate care. I’ve always aspired to help others reach their full health potential. SMU and its ever motivating and brilliant instructors provide me with all the right gear necessary to become a successful future nurse practitioner.”
– Pauline Dollaga, MSN-FNP ‘24