Typical admitted student: Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), active RN license, minimum 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience, and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Specific prerequisites in areas like health assessment or statistics may be required for clinical tracks.

About This Program

UConn’s online NP programs deliver high-quality public university education with a focus on advanced clinical care and research-informed practice.

Career Outcomes

Graduates become skilled nurse practitioners and clinical specialists across care settings.

1. Family Nurse Practitioner
2. Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
3. Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
4. Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

What You'll Learn

Conduct comprehensive health assessments and differential diagnoses across populations.
Prescribe and manage pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatments.
Deliver evidence-based primary and acute care in diverse clinical settings.
Develop leadership skills for interprofessional healthcare teams.

Curriculum Highlights

MSN core coursework, FNP or NNP specialty tracks, clinical practicums, and research-based learning.

Top Employers

Top employers include major hospital systems, community health centers, private practices, and government health agencies.

Admissions

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), active RN license, minimum 1-2 years of clinical nursing experience, and a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Specific prerequisites in areas like health assessment or statistics may be required for clinical tracks.

Application Materials

Statement of Purpose: Required
Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
Resume: Required
Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Academic Requirements

Degree Required: BSN
GRE/GMAT: Not Required
TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

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