Earn Your MSN or DNP from Holy Family
Advance your skills, lead with confidence, and make a greater impact in healthcare
Take Your Nursing Career to the Next Level
Holy Family University’s graduate nursing programs provide the advanced skills, leadership training, and specialized knowledge you need to excel in today’s evolving healthcare field. Fill out the form to learn more and start your journey.
- Programs for Every Nurse: Options include ABSN, RN-BSN, Nurse Aide Training Program (CNA), MSN (Leadership and Education), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), and DNP tracks for advanced practice nurses and leadership.
- Flexible Learning Options: Full-time, part-time, online, and hybrid formats to fit your schedule.
- Career-Focused Degrees: MSN with Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Nursing Leadership or Education focus, and DNP for leadership excellence.
- Real-World Preparation: Evidence-based, patient-centered training for impactful careers.
Program Breakdown
DNP (both tracks) - Online, 8 week courses
MSN (all tracks) - Online, 15 week courses
ABSN (Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing) - In-person
- 14 month full time day
- 22 month part-time evening and weekends
- *Hybrid/Online 14 month full time day - Online, 1 week residency during first term
RN-BSN - Online, 8 week courses
CNA (Nurse Aide Training Program) - In-person, 4-6 weeks in length
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Track
39 Credits · 13 Courses · 15-Week Online Format
Earn your FNP through our online MSN program or as a post-master’s certificate. Designed for working nurses, this flexible track prepares you to deliver primary care across the lifespan—diagnosing and managing conditions, prescribing medications, and promoting preventive care. Build advanced clinical and leadership skills to meet the growing demand for compassionate, evidence-based care.
Online Options
Online and hybrid course offerings let you balance your education with professional and personal responsibilities
5+ Programs
Holy Family offers flexible nursing pathways, including 8-week DNP & RN-BSN tracks, ABSN options, and a 4-6 week CNA program.
Leadership
Programs emphasize leadership, preparing you to excel in administrative, clinical, or academic roles
Start Term & Application Dates
ABSN (Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing) - 14 month full time day
- Summer 2025 - deadline of April 1 2025 (starts earlier than traditional summer term)
- Fall 2025 - deadline of July 15 2025
- Spring 2026 - deadline of December 1 2025
22 month part-time evening and weekends
- Fall 2025 - deadline of July 15 2025
- Spring 2026 - deadline of December 1 2025
Hybrid/Online 14 month full time day
- Summer 2025 - April 1 2025
- Fall 2025 - July 15 2025
- Spring 2026 - Dec 1, 2025
DNP (all tracks) -
- Spring 2 2025 (deadline of Mar 1, 2025)
- Fall 2025 (deadline of August 1 2025)
- Spring 2026 (deadline of January 1 2026)
MSN (all tracks)
- Fall 2025 (deadline of August 1 2025)
- Spring 2026 (deadline of January 1 2026)
- *possible Summer start, but waiting for confirmation from SoN
CNA - Rolling admissions with 6 starts a year.
Your Next Step in Nursing Excellence
Advance your career with Holy Family University’s flexible, career-focused nursing programs designed for every stage of your journey.
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