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Texas Wesleyan Online Graduate Programs in Nursing Practice

You understand what patients need because you’ve been there through their toughest moments. Prepare for board certification while learning the clinical skills to provide the holistic care patients deserve with our Doctor of Nursing Practice - Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP) and Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP).

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 MSN-FNP in as little as 2 years

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DNP-FNP vs. MSN-FNP: Which Degree Is for You?

DNP-FNP

A pathway to a doctorate in nursing practice with an FNP focus

Best For

RNs with a BSN who want doctoral-level preparation and leadership skills

Minimum Time

3 years (86 credits)

Clinical Hours

1,035 hours

Focus

Leadership, policy and organizational strategy in addition to clinical expertise for FNP practice

Degree

Doctorate degree

MSN-FNP

Turn your BSN into an MSN (family nurse practitioner)

Best For

RNs with a BSN ready to move into primary care

Minimum Time

2 years (48 credits)

Clinical Hours

855 hours

Focus

Clinical expertise for FNP practice

Degree

Master’s degree

Both programs prepare you for the FNP board certification exam, set you up for nurse coaching certification and equip you to practice as a family nurse practitioner.

Download our program brochure for more in-depth information about the Texas Wesleyan DNP-FNP and MSN-FNP.

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What Makes a Family Nurse Practitioner Different?

As an FNP, you are the primary care provider families depend on. You’ll diagnose conditions, prescribe medications and develop treatment plans that make a real difference in patient health outcomes. Rural or urban, employed or independent — no matter where your career takes you, an FNP degree gives you the expertise and confidence to provide excellent care.

Built for working nurses ready to put in the work. Texas Wesleyan University’s online family nurse practitioner programs feature online coursework so you can complete assignments around your shifts. You’ll also attend in-person skills intensives and complete clinical hours at a site that we’ll help you secure.

Learn more about the Texas Wesleyan family nurse practitioner programs.

Denise De La Rosa, DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Director of Graduate Programs in Advanced 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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Our program brochure has everything you need to know about the Doctor of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner and the MS in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner programs.

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Questions about the DNP-FNP and MSN-FNP programs, or want to talk through your goals and motivations? Call 817-785-9307 to talk one-on-one with an enrollment specialist.

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.

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