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Felician University is an independent co-educational Catholic/Franciscan University nationally recognized by esteemed organizations for educational excellence. When you choose our online options, you can expect the same course structure, rigor, and support as our campus-based classes. You’ll also experience the flexibility you need so you don’t have to put your personal and professional life on hold while developing your career to its fullest potential. Our way of education—The Felician Way—is all about combining experiential learning, dedicated faculty, advanced resources, and affordability into one unforgettable experience.
Nursing Programs
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Online MSN-FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner
- Designed for Working Nurses
- Clinical Placement Provided
- 47 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- One campus residency
- Three intakes per year (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Two years and three months/ seven semesters
- CCNE accredited
- BSN from accredited program (approved by the State Board of Nursing)
- 3.0 GPA
- Unencumbered RN license
- Two letters of recommendation
- Undergraduate courses in nursing research, statistics, health assessment
Now Taking Applications
Next Start: Fall 2024
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Online MSN-AGPCNP
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Designed for Working Nurses
- Clinical Placement Provided
- 44 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- One campus residency
- Three intakes per year (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Two years and three months/ seven semesters
- CCNE accredited
- BSN from accredited program (approved by the State Board of Nursing)
- 3.0 GPA
- Unencumbered RN license
- Two letters of recommendation
- Undergraduate courses in nursing research, statistics, health assessment
Now Taking Applications
Next Start: Fall 2024
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Post-Master's FNP Online
Family Nurse Practitioner
- Designed for those who hold an MSN
- Clinical Placement Provided
- 40 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- One campus residency
- Three intakes per year (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Two years / six semesters
- CCNE accredited
- MSN from accredited program approved by BON in state where school is located
- 3.0 GPA
- Unencumbered RN license
- Two letters of recommendation
- Undergraduate courses in nursing research, statistics, health assessment
Now Taking Applications
Next Start: Spring 2025
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Post-Master's AGPCNP Online
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Designed for those who hold an MSN
- Clinical Placement Provided
- 37 credit hours
- 750 clinical hours
- One campus residency
- Three intakes per year (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Two years / six semesters
- CCNE accredited
- MSN from accredited program approved by BON in state where school is located
- 3.0 GPA
- Unencumbered RN license
- Two letters of recommendation
- Undergraduate courses in nursing research, statistics, health assessment
Now Taking Applications
Next Start: Spring 2025
Counseling Programs
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Online MA - Counseling Psychology
Online MA - Counseling Psychology
- Innovative, Tailored Curriculum
- Field Placement Provided
- 60 credit hours
- 100 Practicum hours, 600+ Internship hours
- Three intakes per year (Spring, Summer, Fall)
- Two years and three months/ seven semesters (full-time)
- Three years and three months / ten semesters (part-time)
- MPCAC accredited
- Bachelor’s degree
- 3.0 undergraduate GPA
- 9 credits in psychology/social sciences
- Resume
- Personal statement
- Two letters of recommendation
- Interview
Now Taking Applications
Next Start: Fall 2024
