Why Choose Carlow University’s Online Nursing Degrees?
A CCNE-accredited online nursing degree from Carlow prepares you to be a changemaker in various roles in healthcare settings. The learner-centered curriculum is evidence-based and practice-focused. Consistent with the heritage and values of the Sisters of Mercy, graduates are expected to excel as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.
Our supportive, expert faculty are responsive to the needs of adult learners and will mentor you throughout the program.
Accreditation and Awards
Carlow University’s online nursing programs are accredited and recognized by leading organizations.
- CCNE-Accredited
- Yellow Ribbon School
- Military Friendly®
The CCNE-accredited RN-BSN degree at Carlow helps RNs become leaders in their chosen specialty areas. RN license required.
- Duration: Complete your BSN in 11-16 months.
- Total Credits: Earn your degree with 120 credits, including up to 90 transfer credits and eight core nursing courses.
- Courses: 100 percent online classes start five times a year.
A CCNE-accredited online MSN in Nursing Education and Leadership degree prepares you to be a change-maker in both nursing education and nursing leadership.
- Duration: Complete your master’s degree in 15-20 months.
- Total Credits: Earn your master’s degree in 33 credits.
- Courses: Low residency, online classes start three times a year.
Deliver ethical and compassionate patient-centered care when you graduate from our CCNE-accredited program.
- Duration: Complete your degree in an average of two and a half years.
- Total Credits: Earn your MSN FNP in 49 credits.
- Courses: 100 percent online classes with a brief residency start two times a year.
Become a clinical expert who serves as a leader in the field of women’s health in our CCNE-accredited program.
- Duration: Complete your degree in an average of two and a half years.
- Total Credits: Earn your MSN WHNP in 49 credits.
- Courses: 100 percent online classes with a brief residency start once a year.
Lead healthcare transformation with a DNP from our CCNE-accredited program.
- Duration: Complete your DNP in as few as 15 months.
- Total Credits: Earn your DNP in 28-36 credits.
- Courses: Low residency, online classes start three times a year.
Become an ethical and impactful leader in nursing with an MSN – MBA dual degree. Graduate with two degrees within three years.
- Duration: Complete two degrees in as few as 36 months.
- Total Credits: Earn two degrees with 60 total credits.
- Courses: Low residency, online classes start three times a year.
Help prevent illness and care for patients throughout their lives with this advanced nursing credential designed for those who already hold an MSN.
- Duration: Complete your certificate in 1-2 years.
- Total Credits: Earn your certificate in 17-35 credits.
- Courses: 100 percent online classes with a brief residency start two times a year.
Specialize in the unique needs of women when you earn this advanced nursing credential. The program is designed for learners who already hold an MSN.
- Duration: Complete your certificate in 2 semesters-2 years.
- Total Credits: Earn your certificate in 18-35 credits.
- Courses: 100 percent online classes with a brief residency start once a year.
Make a Difference in Healthcare
Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of advanced practice nurses is expected to grow 40 percent between 2021 and 2031.
New Jobs
The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that the growth in the advanced practice nursing field will result in more than 203,000 jobs by 2031.
“During my time in the program, I have learned so much about myself! I have had the opportunity to take courses to help expand upon my leadership abilities, along with the ability to look at issues from an organizational perspective and see the ‘big picture.’”– Online DNP Student
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About Carlow University
Carlow is a private, co-educational, Catholic university located in the heart of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1929, Carlow’s curricula and partnerships reflect its strong commitment to social justice, along with ethical, forward-thinking and responsible leadership and service to the community. Rooted in its Catholic identity and embodying the heritage and values of the Sisters of Mercy, Carlow offers educational opportunities for a diverse community of learners. Transformational coursework and experiences at Carlow empower learners to excel in their chosen work as compassionate, responsible leaders in the creation of a just and merciful world.