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MSN Nurse Practitioner Options

Advance your career while balancing work and life with our flexible, distance-based MSN program.

Ways to Study

  • Distance-Based

Apply Now | MSN Nurse Practitioner Options

Applications are now closed. The next application cycle will open in the Fall. Please check back with us later this summer for updated deadlines!

Transform Your Nursing Career with Carolina’s MSN Nurse Practitioner Program

At Carolina Nursing, our highly sought after faculty are committed to delivering a personalized educational experience that empowers you to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. As a nurse practitioner, you will play a vital role in advancing health for all by diagnosing and treating a variety of health conditions, promoting wellness, and improving health outcomes in your community. Join us at Carolina Nursing to take the next step in your career and make a lasting impact on healthcare!

Distance Learning with On-Campus Immersions

With full- and part-time options, our distance-based MSN nurse practitioner program is designed for working nurses who want to advance their careers without relocating. Built with flexibility in mind, the program allows you to balance coursework with professional and personal commitments while benefiting from personalized faculty support and tailored clinical placements that prepare you for advanced practice.

While the program is primarily online, we believe in the importance of hands-on learning and collaboration. Therefore, students will participate in an on-campus experience once per semester, where they will have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty, network with peers and engage in practical learning activities that strengthen their skills, knowledge, and professional confidence.



Advanced Practice Areas

Explore below the Nurse Practitioner Advanced Practice Areas (APAs) available for study at Carolina. You will receive, upon matriculation, an up-to-date plan of study to sign with your faculty advisor. The plan of study you receive upon matriculation supersedes any information below.

Why Become a Nurse Practitioner at Carolina Nursing?

Nurse practitioners are in high demand, providing you with the opportunity to enhance your career while making a significant impact on patient health. At Carolina Nursing, our esteemed faculty will work diligently to secure local clinical placements for students living across the state, ensuring you gain valuable, hands-on experience in your community.

With the ability to work in diverse settings—from hospitals to private practices—you will enjoy greater autonomy in your practice and the opportunity to specialize in areas such as family medicine, pediatrics, or mental health.

Affordability Meets Excellence

A Carolina Nursing education delivers unmatched value. For two decades, U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked Carolina as one of the best values among public universities. Our nursing programs continue to earn top national rankings, reflecting our commitment to excellence and affordability. Learn more by visiting our Scholarships and Financial Aid page.

Contact Admissions

nursing@unc.edu
919.966.4260

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