Maryville earns top honors for ‘Best Online Nurse Practitioner Programs’
At Maryville, we’re committed to empowering the next generation of nurse practitioners with the best online nursing education possible.
Thanks to our holistic, outcomes-oriented nursing education and a rigorous focus on achieving high standards of excellence, RegisteredNursing.org ranked Maryville No. 1 among the “Best Online Nurse Practitioner Programs” for 2025.
“We’re honored and excited to be named the top online nurse practitioner program,” says Mykale Elbe, associate dean of nursing. “We work tirelessly to ensure our learners get a singular education experience that prepares them to thrive and go far in this fast-paced, rewarding field. This recognition reflects the commitment our faculty, staff, and advisors show every day in supporting the education of tomorrow’s nursing leaders.”
Ranking online nurse practitioner programs based on factors such as accreditation, program flexibility, graduation rates, and cost, the RegisteredNursing.org helps RNs who aspire to take the next step find the university or program that best serves their goal of becoming an NP.
Maryville’s position in the No. 1 spot is a testament to the effort we put toward ensuring high-quality nursing education at the master’s, doctorate, and graduate certificate levels. This means providing individualized support and offering world-class education delivered by experienced nurse practitioners whose expertise spans settings and specializations.
We show our dedication to excellence across all facets of our nursing programs — but we’re especially proud of our nursing graduate outcomes. In fact, all five of our NP concentration programs report certification exam pass rates that exceed the national average, including a 100% rate for our Psychiatric Mental Health NP program graduates.
We show our dedication to excellence across all facets of our nursing programs — but we’re especially proud of our nursing graduate outcomes. In fact, all five of our NP concentration programs report certification exam pass rates that exceed the national average, including a 100% rate for our Psychiatric Mental Health NP program graduates.
“This recognition reflects the commitment our faculty, staff, and advisors show every day in supporting the education of tomorrow’s nursing leaders.”
— Mykale Elbe, Associate Dean of Nursing
Top-ranked nursing education, accessible on your terms
Why are Maryville's nursing programs so highly regarded? Because they put learners’ needs and nursing ambitions first, with practical, real-world education that focuses on in-demand nursing skills and aligns with employer needs.
Here are a few of the ways Maryville is built to maximize outcomes for nurses looking to advance into NP roles or expand their areas of practice.
Flexibility for busy schedules
It takes courage for learners to pursue education on top of everything else they have going on in their lives. For aspiring nurse practitioners, it also means studying around busy nursing schedules.
Maryville’s online degree and certificate program format means nurses can choose when and where they study while still having the opportunity to complete practical, project-based coursework that prepares them to meet and solve the challenges they’ll face in real-world nursing environments. Learners also can choose where they complete their clinicals, so they can ensure it’s at a location convenient for them.
Personalized support from application through graduation
Maryville believes in allowing learners the support and space to focus on what matters most: Their education. So we streamline everything outside the classroom to cultivate a culture of support. That includes offering personalized student support and advising to help learners overcome obstacles, maintain momentum, and stay on track.
Maryville also offers online learners access to resources like 24/7 technical support and tutoring availability, online library access, instructional webinars and orientation presentations, nursing preceptor assistance, and career readiness and networking resources.
Personalized support from application through graduation
Maryville’s nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).* This means the programs, curriculum, faculty, resources, and more are evaluated on a regular basis to ensure they meet or exceed rigorous standards set forth by experts in the field.
Accreditation also serves as a way for employers to understand the quality of nursing education graduates received, so you can prepare to take the next step in your career with confidence.
*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.
Relevant, future-focused curriculum
Nursing is constantly evolving, and it’s crucial to stay up to date on developments in the field. That’s why we work to ensure our online nursing curriculums are updated regularly and focused on the most in-demand skills, concepts, and techniques. With Maryville, nursing graduates can be confident that they’re prepared not just for their next step but for the future of the field.
Ready to go further with a top-ranked nursing program?
Your goals in nursing might be closer than you think. Whether you want to pursue a nurse practitioner role or expand your nursing expertise and practice, you can pursue your dreams with Maryville in a top-rated program backed by expert faculty and dedicated support.
We’re excited to continue helping nurses like you advance, excel, and provide a higher standard of care. Our top-ranked online NP degrees and certificates can help you take your next steps in nursing. Schedule a quick call and discover your future.