Where Caring Professionals Develop Caring Providers
Texas Wesleyan Online Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice
Download Brochure- Online coursework
- In-person clinicals and hands-on intensives
- Small classes taught by supportive faculty
- Earn the DNP-FNP in as little as 3 years
- Earn the DNP or MSN-FNP in as little as 2 years
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To download a program brochure and learn more about the online graduate programs in nursing practice offered by Texas Wesleyan University, please fill out the form. You can also get in touch with an enrollment specialist directly by calling us at 817-785-9307.
Transform Your Experience into Advanced Clinical Practice
As a registered nurse, you have the foundation. Now you’re ready to practice with the independence that advanced training provides. Texas Wesleyan’s programs prepare you through rigorous clinical training, advanced skills development and close faculty mentorship. Develop the clinical judgment and specialized knowledge that others depend on when their health and well-being are in your hands. Learn more about the Texas Wesleyan graduate programs in nursing practice.
Which Online Nursing Practice Program Fits Your Goals?
DNP-FNP
Doctoral Preparation for Family Practice.
For RNs with a BSN who want FNP skill development and leadership mentoring.
You’ll graduate ready for primary care practice and organizational leadership roles.
Minimum Time
3 years (86 credits)
Clinical Hours
1,035 hours
Certificate Readiness
DNP
Leadership for Advanced Practice Nurses.
For MSN-prepared APRNs, including nurse practitioners and clinical nurse specialists, who want to lead change in healthcare.
You’ll learn how to implement policy, quality improvement and organizational strategies.
Minimum Time
2 years (35 credits)
Clinical Hours
500 DNP work hours
Certificate Readiness
MSN-FNP
Ready To Become a Family Nurse Practitioner.
For RNs with a BSN who want to move into primary care.
You’ll have the autonomy to diagnose conditions, prescribe medications and develop treatment plans as the primary care provider families depend on.
Minimum Time
2 years (48 credits)
Clinical Hours
855 hours
Certificate Preparation

Denise De La Rosa, DNP, APRN, FNP-C
Director of Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice, Associate Professor of Advanced Nursing Practice
The decisions you’ll make as a nurse practitioner can literally save somebody’s life, and that’s a huge responsibility. Ours is a rigorous program that prepares you for that responsibility, and we’re upfront with students: this program will challenge you, but it’s worth it.
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About Texas Wesleyan University
At Texas Wesleyan University, our intentionally small campus has a Texas-sized reputation and a rich, 135-year history of excellence.
Rooted in its strong Methodist heritage, Texas Wesleyan offers transformative learning experiences and research opportunities that help a diverse student body reach their full potential as individuals and as members of the global community.
Faculty and staff are committed to scholarship and research that inform teaching and expand understanding. Through innovative teaching methods and flexible delivery formats, faculty provide each student with personalized attention. Our small-community model supports the development of critical thinking, analytical reasoning and creative problem-solving skills inside and outside the classroom.
We believe that a liberal arts and sciences education fosters mental flexibility and social awareness, which can lead to greater socioeconomic mobility. Faculty and staff work to support students from all backgrounds as they pursue undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees that enhance students’ lives, benefit their families and contribute to the strength of their communities.
About the School of Health Professions
The School of Health Professions at Texas Wesleyan University prepares students for meaningful careers in the healthcare industry through a strong academic foundation and hands-on experience.
Students benefit from a rigorous curriculum taught by supportive faculty who are experts in their fields and hold advanced degrees in their areas of specialization. Courses are designed to encourage collaboration and connection among peers, fostering a learning environment where healthcare professionals grow together in knowledge and skill.