Keigwin School of Nursing

Nurse Practitioner (MSN)

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Expand the scope of your practiceWhy Become a Nurse Practitioner?

Take your nursing career to the next level with a Master of Science in Nursing from 爆走黑料. Nurse Practitioners assume a more advanced role in healthcare, and our programs empower graduates to deliver effective and holistic care for various settings. Our programs:

Offer full-time and part-time tracks so you have the freedom and flexibility to continue working while earning your degree.
Prepare graduates for American Nurses Credentialing Center national certification exams and, after successful completion of those exams, can apply for APRN licensure in Florida.
Provide clinical experiences in various settings like hospitals, mental health clinics, primary care, private practice, ICUs, and more.

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Important dates

Task	Deadline or date
First Review	November 3, 2025
Priority Deadline	January 26, 2026
Final Deadline	February 15, 2026

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Request to watch a previous virtual information session. These sessions will allow you to learn more about our program, hear from faculty and understand the admissions process.

Family Nurse Practitioner

Our Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program is designed to prepare students to apply advanced practice and critical thinking skills to provide holistic, family-centered primary care to populations. Graduates manage direct care of individuals experiencing acute and chronic health issues across their lifespans in a variety of ambulatory care settings as advanced practice nurses specializing in family nursing.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Our Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) Nurse Practitioner program prepares nurses to be capable of diagnosing and treating mental health conditions across the lifespan. Blending hands-on clinical training, evidence-based coursework, and advanced psychopharmacology, graduates gain the expertise to care for individuals and families. Graduates will be prepared to continue study at the doctorate level if they choose.

How to ApplyAdmissions Requirements

Completed JU Application
Unofficial or Official Transcripts from all colleges and universities attended
- If the candidate attended a college or university abroad, an official NACES evaluation of that transcript is required. Choose the course-by-course evaluation with the GPA option.
- Official transcripts should be sent to: documents@ju.edu
A minimum 3.0 undergraduate GPA on a 4.0 scale is required
Graduation from a regionally accredited college/university with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN)
Graduation from a CCNE, NLN, or ACEN accredited nursing program
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Intent
Active U.S. Nursing License
Out-of-state applicants must be eligible for endorsement in Florida
- International students must hold a current license from a U.S. state and be eligible for endorsement in Florida.

The following may be requested of applicants with a GPA of 3.0 or below:

GRE/GMAT scores
Letters of Recommendation

International students will need to provide additional materials:

All international students whose first language is not English are required to submit proof of their proficiency in English, by providing scores for either: IELTS or TOEFL. If submitting score reports, they must be sent directly to 爆走黑料 from the testing institutions.

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Dive into a unique learning experience, with 爆走黑料's Keigwin School of Nursing. Students will be immersed in experiential learning utilizing virtual reality labs, telepresence robots, simulation scenarios, and research, giving them first-hand knowledge of patient care.

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Entry and Advanced Level ProgramsExplore Your Options

Explore your options in nursing with 爆走黑料! With over 20 programs, JU and the Keigwin School of Nursing are committed to the success of each student by providing a high-quality, well-rounded education that works best for you.

Post-graduate certifications are available for students who are interested in pursuing specialized education options.