School of Nursing
Advance Within a Thriving Profession
At USAHS, we believe that you matter. As a nurse, your contribution to society is immeasurable. To ensure our nurses feel valued and confident, we’ve designed our graduate nursing programs specifically for working nurses, with one-on-one support every step of the way. Our expert faculty provide mentorship and our personalized clinical concierge helps identify and secure your clinical practica as part of our commitment to your success. Through our graduate programs in nursing, we aim to fully prepare you for the future of healthcare.
In today’s evolving healthcare system, there is demand for nurses educated at the master’s and doctoral level. Learn with us and prepare to advance your career by applying to one of our nursing graduate programs.
Facts and Figures
95%
First-Time FNP Certification Pass Rate Based on 2022 USAHS MSN-FNP, DNP-FNP and PGC (FNP) graduates who took the ANCC or AANP certification exam. The 2022 AANP national first-time certification exam pass rate was 75%.
100%
Clinical Placements In 2022-2024. Future clinical education placement experience will vary based on individual student specialty and academic needs, as well as site availability for assignments from term to term.
100%
Doctoral-Prepared Faculty
40+
Years in Graduate Health Sciences Education
Graduate Nursing Program Grants
USAHS supports your nursing journey with Special Tuition Grant savings.The grant is calculated and applied on a per-credit basis. The total grant amount assumes the completion of the full number of credits in the program. Any transfer credits will reduce the amount of the grant awarded.
This offer is not a guarantee that all candidates eligible for the offer will be granted acceptance or admission into USAHS. All prospective students will be subject to the same standard admission and registration process when applying to USAHS. The Grant is applicable to tuition only and does not apply toward books, materials, and other supplies or fees. This offer is only valid for eligible new students who enroll and start classes in the above programs at USAHS in 2026. Please refer to the Financial Aid webpage for additional information.
Nurse Practitioner Advance Grant Tuition Savings
MSN PMHNP: BSN or RN entry $2,500
MSN FNP: BSN or RN entry: $7,500
DNP FNP: BSN entry $15,000
DNP PMHNP: BSN entry $15,000
RN to MSN: $1,500 stackable first trimester tuition **$1500 will be applied to the RN to MSN first trimester tuition costs. Offer valid through Spring 2026.
Criteria
Available to all eligible students in our graduate entry nursing programs
No application is needed
Nurse Leadership Grant Tuition Savings
MSN Nurse Executive: BSN entry $5,000
DNP Nurse Executive: BSN entry $10,000
MSN DNP: $10,000
Criteria
Available to all eligible students in our graduate programs in nursing
No application is needed
Alum Appreciation Grant Tuition Savings
All Alum Nursing $5,000
Criteria
Available to all eligible graduate nursing program students
No application is needed
Discover which Graduate Nursing program is right for you
Explore our range of graduate nursing programs designed to advance your career and expand your expertise. Whether you're looking to specialize or move into leadership roles, USAHS offers flexible options to fit your goals.
Which degree do you currently hold?
Our Graduate Nursing Programs
Master of Science in Nursing
Earn your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at USAHS and prepare for an innovative leadership role in today’s global healthcare system. We offer two pathways into the MSN program — RN-entry and BSN-entry. Role specialties include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (AGNP), Nurse Educator, and Nurse Executive.* RN-entry is not offered for the Nurse Educator or Nurse Executive specialties.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Earn your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at USAHS. Working nurses who enter one of our flexible nursing graduate programs will gain advanced credentials and education in systems leadership, healthcare policy, interprofessional collaboration, evidence-based practice and more. The DNP is offered as BSN-entry or MSN-entry. Available role specialties for BSN-entry include Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) and Nurse Executive.*
Post-Graduate Nursing Certificates
Earn a Post-Graduate Nursing Certificate at USAHS to broaden your foundational knowledge and further your career opportunities in advanced nursing practice. This is one of our graduate nursing programs that is offered in four of our five role specialties: Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), Nurse Educator and Nurse Executive.*
The Doctor of Nursing Practice, Master of Science in Nursing and Post-Graduate NP Certificate programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Why USAHS?
Clinical Placement Concierge
Get personalized support from a dedicated clinical placement team to secure a practica placement that aligns with your career goals, specialty interests, and schedule.
Dedicated Support
Your success is our priority. You’ll receive one-on-one faculty mentorship Each student is assigned a faculty advisor when they start the program. On-demand appointments with the faculty advisor and/or course instructors are available. and personalized academic advising designed to keep you supported, engaged, and thriving throughout your journey. Watch Video Meet our Faculty
Built for Working Nurses
Whether you are looking to fast-track your degree or take a lighter courseload, we offer individualized study plans. Learn mostly online and attend one hands-on intensive (where required). Watch Video
Cutting-Edge Learning Technology
Master advanced skills through online coursework and realistic virtual simulations that prepare you with the clinical skills to confidently take the next step in your career. Explore Innovative Learning
Solely Dedicated to Health Sciences
With over 40 years dedicated to health sciences, USAHS helps nursing graduate students advance in clinical expertise, research, and leadership while collaborating with peers across disciplines in patient-centered care. Discover Our Story
Choose Your Role Specialty
Whether you are interested in clinical care or leadership, we offer a variety of popular role specialties through our nursing programs. Choose from FNP, PMHNP or Nurse Executive and tailor your degree to your career goals. (Role availability varies by program.) Find Your Specialty
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