The Olivet MSN-FNP

The Olivet MSN-FNP is designed for registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree who want to further their career as a nurse practitioner. Upon completion, students are educationally prepared to take the national FNP certification examination from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and/or American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB).

Why Choose Olivet?

A Leader in Illinois

When choosing a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program in Illinois, both quality and value matter. Here’s how Olivet Nazarene University compares to other leading FNP programs in the state:

Olivet Nazarene University	Chamberlain University	Bradley University
Most affordable at $690 per credit hour	$735 per credit hour	$1,090 per credit hour
Comprehensive 52-credit program	45-credit program	50-credit program
Flexible 8-9 semester completion time	8 semester completion time	8 semester completion time
Up to 9 transfer credits accepted	Up to 6 transfer credits accepted	Up to 6 transfer credits accepted
Total program cost approximately $38,520 including fees	Total program cost approximately $46,035 including fees	Total program cost approximately $60,480 including fees
Online program delivery	Online program delivery	Online program delivery
^{*as of December 2024}	^{*as of December 2024 from Chamberlain.edu}	^{*as of December 2024 from Bradley.edu}

Start Your FNP Journey Today. On Purpose.

Most affordable program among top Illinois FNP schools
Most comprehensive curriculum with 52 credits
Most flexible transfer credit policy
Exceptional value with lowest total program cost
Experienced faculty dedicated to your success

Take the next step in your nursing career with Olivet’s FNP program. Contact our admissions team today to learn more about joining our next cohort.

The Olivet MSN-FNP School of Nursing

Transfer to Olivet

Our transfer credit policy reflects our commitment to supporting nurses who want to advance their education without unnecessary repetition of coursework, accepting up to 9 credits from other accredited programs.

Transfer to the Olivet MSN-FNP

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