Online Nurse Practitioner Programs
Become a nurse practitioner at a nationally-ranked nursing school providing comprehensive curriculum and flexible learning formats.
In today’s evolving healthcare landscape, the demand for advanced practice nurses who deliver holistic, patient-centered care has never been greater. Nurse practitioners are at the forefront of addressing these challenges, bridging the gap between patient needs and systemic demands with expertise, compassion, and autonomy.
The Nurse Practitioner programs at the University of Rochester School of Nursing are specifically designed for experienced, working nurses who are ready to elevate their practice. Our programs empower nurses to expand their scope of care, enhance their professional autonomy, and play a transformative role in improving health outcomes and the lives of their patients.
By earning your NP licensure and national certification, you can unlock new opportunities for professional growth and leadership, build deeper, more meaningful relationships with patients, and make a lasting impact on individual and community health.
Top 15
BEST PROGRAMS
Ranked No. 15 among the nation's best master's nursing programs by U.S. News and World Report
7
SPECIALTY OPTIONS
Seven specialties, offering multiple pathways and a flexible hybrid-online format
100%
EMPLOYMENT RATE
100% employment rate for NP graduates within one year of graduation
600+
CLINICAL PRECEPTORS
Preceptor team helps coordinate placement within a network of 600+ preceptors across NYS
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Why UR Nursing?
- Pioneers of nursing innovation and development of NP role
- Flexible hybrid-online format with on-site simulation experiences
- Dedicated preceptor placement team to facilitate clinical assignments
- Integration with one of the nation's leading academic medical centers
- Partnerships with Nurse Practitioner Residency/Fellowship programs
Nurse Practitioner Specialty Options
Our Nurse Practitioner curriculum prepare graduates to meet educational eligibility requirements for the national certification examination(s) for each NP specialty.
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care
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Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
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Family
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Psychiatric Mental Health
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Pediatric
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Pediatric/Neonatal
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Pediatric Acute Care
Learn moreA proud history. An exciting future.
Dr. Loretta Ford, our founding dean, revolutionized nursing more than 50 years ago by co-founding the nurse practitioner role, laying the foundation for advanced nursing education. Her visionary leadership reshaped the profession, elevating the role of nurses and nurse practitioners while fostering greater respect and recognition for their critical contributions to healthcare. Since then, UR nurses have continued to lead, inspiring and paving the way for generations of nurses to follow.
Today, our nurse practitioner programs are ranked top in the nation, setting the benchmark for excellence in specialties such as gerontology, pediatrics, and mental health. We were also first in the country to prepare advanced practice nurses as NPs in the acute care setting. It is this enduring commitment to innovation and excellence that prepares our graduates to deliver outstanding patient care and advance their careers with confidence.
Meet the Program Director
Beth Palermo, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, ACNP-BC
Interim Program Director, Nurse Practitioner Programs
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