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Explore online advanced practice nursing degrees at Maryville
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The world needs more Saints. Answer the call. Start by earning your advanced practice nursing degree online from Maryville University. Our online MSN, DNP, and post-master's certificate programs are designed to help you specialize your practice and become a nurse practitioner or nursing leader. Prepare to go further around your schedule and with full support from application through graduation.
Saints are brave. Let’s be brave together.
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Explore our nursing programs
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Ready to take your next big step as an advanced practice nurse? At Maryville, we offer online master’s and doctorate degrees, as well as five post-master's nurse practitioner certificates in high-demand, high-growth areas like psychiatric mental health and family care. Find the right fit for your nursing goals.
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Compare advanced practice nursing degrees
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Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Start here. Whether you’re looking to specialize in a new area with your nurse practitioner certificate or earn an advanced degree like an MSN or DNP, we’re here to help you understand your options — and find the right one for your goals.
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- Explore nursing pathways.
Learn more about all the advanced practice nursing pathways Maryville offers — MSN, DNP, BSN to DNP, and post-master's certificates. See which one is best for you. - Nurse Practitioner Specialties in Highest Demand: Types & Salaries.
Still deciding which NP concentration fits your goals? Learn more about the most popular NP specialties and the career outlook of each.
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- Nurse Practitioner or Doctor of Nursing Practice?
What’s the difference between becoming a nurse practitioner and earning your DNP? Who should pursue each credential? Get more info about each career trajectory. - Types of Nursing Careers with a Nurse Practitioner Certificate.
Where you go in your career starts with choosing the right NP concentration. Learn more about what you can do with your NP certificate.
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Why study nursing online at Maryville?
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When you choose Maryville for your advanced practice nursing education, you choose a university that is invested in your success — with dedicated support from application through graduation.
Our approach works. Here’s what you can expect:
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- Nursing expertise and leadership. Learn from a faculty of real-world nurses who know what it takes to succeed as an APRN or NP.
- A pathway that fits your career. Whether you’re an RN looking to take the next step or an experienced NP hoping to expand your practice and skill set, we’ve got you covered.
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- Education that exceeds expectations. Our nursing programs are CCNE accredited, meaning they meet a rigorous standard set by industry leaders.*
- Real-world education designed for you. Get hands-on practice, personalized support, and clinical placement assistance to achieve your goals.
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Accredited by CCNE
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Dedicated faculty support
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Flexible online learning
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*The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at Maryville University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
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Do you have questions about online advanced practice nursing degrees and nurse practitioner certificates, Maryville University, or the specific nursing programs we offer? Check out our FAQs page to find answers and get more information. You can also chat directly with an advisor or schedule a call to learn more.
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We’re here to support your goals.
Be a Saint and be a success story with Maryville. Prepare to expand your nursing practice, advance as a leader, and provide a better standard of care for your patients. We’re here to support you from application through graduation and beyond.
Chat with an advisor or schedule a call to learn how a Maryville education fits your nursing goals wherever you are in your career.
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