This program requires 39 credits of coursework and 750 clinical hours. Designed with working nurses in mind, it can be completed in two years.
Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program approved by the Board of Nursing, a minimum GPA of 3.0, an unencumbered RN license, professional resume, and completed undergraduate courses in nursing research, statistics, and health assessment.
The online MSN-PMHNP program offers two intakes per year: Fall and Spring term.
The program costs $793 per credit per credit hour, excluding fees. A 20% Ed Assist discount may be available, making it one of the most affordable MSN options in New Jersey.
Yes, students from several states are welcome to apply. Please view our state authorization page for more details.
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner: Prepares nurses to assess, diagnose, and treat various psychiatric and mental health conditions for patients of all ages.
- Family Nurse Practitioner: Equips nurses to deliver primary care to individuals from infancy through adulthood in outpatient and community-based settings.
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner: Focuses on providing primary care for patients ages 13 and up, managing chronic and acute conditions in aging populations.
Felician University’s online MSN-PMHNP program integrates technology, student engagement, faculty expertise, and community connections to prepare nurses for advanced practice roles in mental health care. The program emphasizes holistic care, preparing graduates to address the complex needs of diverse populations.
Yes. Felician University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. The Master of Science in Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The master’s degree program in nursing and post-graduate APN certificate program at Felician University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
