MSc. Nursing -Family Nurse Practitioner (Online)

The online FNP program (Family Nurse Practitioner), one of the Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) degree concentrations at MTSU, offers advanced practice opportunities for nursing professionals. The FNP collaborates with individuals, families, and other healthcare disciplines to deliver holistic and comprehensive primary healthcare services to individuals of all ages with acute and chronic health conditions. The Family Nurse Practitioner plays an increasingly vital role in the healthcare system by providing health care services in multiple settings, especially in rural and underserved communities. Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) work in a variety of settings and fulfill distinct roles including: Assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of acute and chronic health conditions, Ordering or performing diagnostic tests, prescribing medications, conducting wellness exams, providing health education focusing on health promotion and disease prevention.

Career Path

The Master of Science in Nursing programs prepare professional registered nurses to practice as advanced clinicians, to teach in entry-level nursing programs or graduate programs in the area of specialty, or manage professional practice workplaces. Graduates work in a variety of settings including hospitals, long-term care facilities, urgent care clinics, businesses, private medical practices, HMOs, schools and community centers.

Eligibility

Post Study Work Visa

Post Study Work Visa availability - YES

Admission Requirement

We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Middle Tennessee State University below
  • Bachelor Certificate 
  • Bachelor Transcript
  • Passport
  • Recommendation Letter
  • English Proficiency Letter
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
  • Wassce /A level Certificate

English Language Requirement

Middle Tennessee State University will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit  

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Intakes

September, 2025

From January, 2025 to June, 2025

Open

January, 2026

From January, 2025 to October, 2025

Open

September, 2026

From May, 2025 to June, 2026

Open