Master in Nursing Practice (Master's)

Tuition is RMU is not currently accepting new enrollment for this program..

This programme prepares registered nurses to become family nurse practitioners through doctoral-level training. Students develop advanced clinical reasoning and leadership skills for patient-centered care in interdisciplinary teams. The curriculum includes evidence-based practice, health policy, and informatics with a focus on real-world application. International clinical experiences are integrated throughout the program.

Focus areas include Family Nurse Practitioner, Patient-Centered Care, Health Policy, Health Economics, Clinical Genetics, International Clinical Practice.

The programme requires 86 credits and includes coursework, practicum hours, and a DNP project. Students complete clinical practicum in each year of study, with a final evidence-based project in the fourth year.

Graduates are prepared to work as family nurse practitioners in primary care settings, including private practices, community health centers, and hospital outpatient departments.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and be a licensed registered nurse. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required, along with official transcripts and a completed application. The programme is not currently accepting new enrollees.

The programme totals about 86 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically completed in 3.5 to 4 years. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 91% of applicants.

Life at Robert Morris centers on a close-knit campus community in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. The 230-acre campus combines a suburban setting with access to Pittsburgh, which is only minutes away. Students can take part in NCAA Division I athletics, join one of 17 club sports, or use the Student Recreation Center, UPMC Events Center, Joe Walton Stadium, and RMU Island Sports Center. The Colonials’ athletics tradition has brought fans together for more than 50 years.

Academic programs span four schools and include degrees, majors, and certificates with a professional focus. Business, nursing, cybersecurity, and engineering are among the university’s highlighted areas of strength. Courses are taught by scholar-experts with real-world experience, while facilities and regional connections support practical learning. The RISE Center provides simulation-based education for health science learners and external professionals, including human, technology-based, and online simulation. Its work covers scenario development, standardized patients, debriefing, and evaluation.

International students apply through pathways based on their study history and intended level. Options include first-time undergraduate study, undergraduate transfer, graduate, and doctoral applications for students enrolling on a student visa. Admissions and Financial Aid offices provide resources for taking the next step and making study more affordable through scholarships and institutional aid. Students interested in community engagement can connect with programs that bring businesses and local nonprofit organizations together through learning, leadership development, and regional service.