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At the University of Michigan School of Nursing, We Dare. We Dare to confront the toughest challenges—from cancer care to health inequities to building a more diverse pipeline of nurses. We Dare to advocate for nurses throughout the world. We Dare to recognize that the time to transform health care is now—and nurses can lead that transformation. Join us.
Earning your Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice at one of the nation’s largest public research universities and top 10 nursing schools means you have access to more resources, more experts, and more opportunities.
Learn from leading nurse scientists with the opportunity to advance your research within six distinct research centers and programs. State-of-the-art skills training labs and simulation suites give you the comfort and confidence you need to seamlessly transition to clinical settings. You'll get hands-on experience as part of your clinical requirements—and we’ll work one on one with you to find your placement for you.
BSN Required. GRE Not Required.
We believe nurses can change the world—if we have the courage to try. Studying at a top-ranked nursing school opens the door to more opportunities for you—and your ability to provide health for all.
Most schools require students to find their own clinical placements. We work one-on-one with you to find the right fit among 600+ clinical partners.
Work alongside leading health scholars and nurse scientists, even advancing your own research within 6 distinct research centers and programs.
Explore areas of interest with certificates (Health Informatics, Nursing Education, Trauma-Informed Practice) and concentrations (Global Health, Occupational Health Nursing).
Work with young adult to older adult patients to help reduce hospital stays and improve the experience for both patients and their families. Adult-gerontology acute care nurse practitioners are experts in caring for acutely ill patients with multiple, complex health problems. Graduates work in hospital settings, subspecialty clinics, and inpatient services.
Expand your impact to improve the wellbeing of families and communities. As an adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner, you'll be able to engage in health care management, health promotion and disease prevention for teen to adult patients. Graduates work in a variety of settings, including outpatient settings, family and internal medicine, and subspecialty clinics.
Promote and advocate for women's health care across the lifespan. The only program of its kind in Michigan and ranked #6 nationally, the Nurse-Midwifery program at U-M prepares you to support patients with pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum and newborn care, with the advanced knowledge and skills to also address women's family planning and gynecological needs.
Optional: Earn a combined degree with the Primary Care Family Nurse Practitioner specialty, with the ability to sit for certification exams in both areas.
Lead and shape patient care in an ever-changing primary health care system. Working with individuals, including pregnant women, and families across their lives allows you to have a long-term impact on health and disease prevention. Graduates serve patients in family and internal medicine, subspecialty clinics, and outpatient settings.
Have an impact on patients from the get-go. As a pediatric nurse practitioner, you’ll have the skills to provide specialized care—including managing minor acute and chronic health conditions—to infants, children, and teens, giving them a strong foundation for lifelong health. In addition, you'll have the ability to support families in their role as caregivers. Graduates work in primary care and subspecialty clinics.
*Program ranked #6 by US News & World Report in 2023.
Examine health care from a broader perspective and lead organizational change to improve outcomes in quality, safety and care delivery. Today's health care executives and chief nursing officers use informatics and data science to address complex challenges and make strategic decisions, leading interprofessional teams to effect change for systems, patients and communities.
This is a non-clinical MSN degree.
Consistently ranking in the top 10 college towns, Ann Arbor is the perfect location to grow your career. The U-M School of Nursing is located less than a mile from the nationally renowned University of Michigan Medical Center. And, with partnerships with nearly every health system in the state of Michigan, you're connected to some of the nation's top health care facilities.
Earn your degree—without leaving your job. Get access to the same opportunities as on-campus students via interactive learning modules, skills demonstrations, advanced simulations, and more. There are no real-time requirements, so you can set your own schedule and learn when and where it's best for you.
Apply now or request more program details to learn about the right fit for your career goals.
As of August 1, 2024, The U-M School of Nursing has determined that its online curriculum meets state regulations and educational requirements for licensure and/or certification in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Montana, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington D.C., and West Virginia.
The U-M School of Nursing has determined that it cannot yet offer its online MSN programs* to students located in the following states, due to state regulations on distance education and/or state educational requirements for licensure/certification that the U-M School of Nursing does not yet meet: Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
The U-M School of Nursing has determined that it cannot yet offer its online MSN programs* to students located in the following states, due to state regulations on distance education and/or state educational requirements for licensure/certification that the U-M School of Nursing does not yet meet: Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
*Leadership, Analytics, and Innovation Exceptions: U-M School of Nursing can accept applications to the Leadership, Analytics, and Innovation Program from students located in the following states: Maryland, New York, and Oregon.
The School of Nursing is currently only offering an MSN pathway for our online programs. Those interested in a DNP have the opportunity to pursue a Post-Master's DNP upon successful completion of their MSN.
U-M School of Nursing is not currently accepting international applicants to its online programs due to regulatory, licensure, and placement constraints.
If you have any questions regarding U-M School of Nursing Advanced Practice Nursing Programs and licensure or certification in your state, please contact the Office of Practice and Professional Graduate Programs at [email protected]. For additional information concerning distance education disclosures please visit the Office of Academic Innovation.
Distance Education Students in Texas: The University of Michigan School of Nursing is not regulated by Texas Education Code Chapter 132. The University of Michigan School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and is a member of NC-SARA. Questions and/or complaints should be directed to the agency contact for the Michigan NC-SARA portal. For more information, refer to the University of Michigan complaints resolution process for distance education students.
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US Federal Immigration Regulations allow for only one online/distance course to be counted towards the minimum required courses in any term for international students in the US on a student visa or status. As many courses are taught in an online or remote format in our professional graduate programs, the MSN, Post-Baccalaureate DNP, and Post-Master's DNP programs in the School of Nursing currently do not qualify for F-1 or J-1 student sponsorship. However, students in other visa categories may be permitted to study. The BSN and Ph.D. degree programs in the School of Nursing, due to extensive in-person coursework, qualify for F-1 or J-1 student sponsorship.
For questions, please contact the Office of Admissions and Records.
