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Explore online MSN and advanced practice nursing degrees with Bradley University

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Are you ready to advance your nursing practice or move forward into a leadership position? Pursuing a role as an advanced practice registered nurse (APRNs) or a nurse practitioner (NP) can help you achieve more in nursing.

Check out the resources below to learn more about how to become an APRN or NP and what to expect in your practice, including education requirements, prerequisites, specializations, MSN degree types, and potential career outcomes.

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Explore our MSN and advanced practice nursing programs

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If you’re an RN ready to continue your journey toward nursing leadership, start with your Master of Science in Nursing from Bradley University. We offer four in-demand NP-focused specializations that can help you enhance your practice and reach your nursing goals:
  • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
  • Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
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We also offer MSN entries designed to fit your background, whether you hold an associate degree or your bachelor’s in nursing.

Choose the degree and specialization that fit your goals.

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*RN to MSN tracks include 9 undergraduate hours from RN completion courses.
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Compare advanced practice degree and MSN pathways

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As you prepare to pursue your career as an APRN or NP, it’s important to understand the options and pathways available to you. Bradley University can help. Explore the resources below to get more information about NP specializations, advanced practice degree types, progression of education, and what to expect once you advance in your career.
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  • Online Nurse Practitioner Programs
    Whether you’re pursuing an NP role or an APRN path, we can help. Check out all the advanced NP pathways and nursing degrees Bradley offers, including MSNs, DNPs, and post-master's certificates.
  • DNP vs. MSN: Which Nursing Degree Should You Choose?
    If you want to become an APRN or specialize as a nurse practitioner, earning your MSN or your DNP will be a crucial step. Both degrees can lead to this outcome, but each has its own benefits. Learn the ins and outs of the two degree levels to decide which is best for your goals.
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  • Should I Move from an MSN to a DNP?
    Many APRNs or NPs start by earning an MSN — but the most effective nurses continue learning throughout their careers. Should you advance and earn your terminal DNP? Explore post-master's certificate options? Check out this resource to see if a DNP is right for you.
  • How Does Health Informatics Impact Nurse Practitioners?
    Nursing today is more tech-focused than ever. Explore how advances in health informatics and other technologies are affecting APRNs and NPs in the modern nursing workplace.
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Why study nursing online at Bradley?

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Ready to set yourself apart from others in the nursing field? Choose Bradley and choose a university dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and service. Whether you’re hoping to earn your NP-focused MSN or pursue other advanced nursing options, we can help you find your next step.

Here’s what you can expect from your Bradley University education:

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  • Learn from passionate, experienced faculty. Our programs are innovative, immersive, and collaborative. Study with expert faculty and benefit from their wealth of real-world APRN and NP experience.
  • Choose the pathway that works best for you. Whether you’re an RN exploring your next step or an NP looking to expand your practice, we have APRN degree and MSN program options that can help you achieve your goals.
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  • Graduate with confidence from an accredited institution. Our nursing programs are accredited by the CCNE, and Bradley University holds regional accreditation from the HLC, so we meet a high standard of quality.*
  • Prepare for real-world practice. Benefit from personalized support, 100% online coursework, and hands-on experience throughout your MSN, DNP, or post-master's certificate program. Complete clinicals locally and choose preceptors that fit your expectations.
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CCNE-accredited education
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Expert support from advisors and faculty
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Online flexibility and convenience
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Coursework designed for certification prep
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* The master’s degree program in Nursing, Post-Graduate APRN Certificate program, and the Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Bradley 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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