Rider’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is designed to help you develop the skills, experience and confidence to excel as a nurse practitioner across various health care environments and make autonomous decisions in patient care. This program is offered 100% online to fit the schedules of busy adults.
Specialize your degree with our selection of high-demand concentrations in adult-gerontology primary care or family nurse practitioner — so you can follow your passion, wherever it may lead.
Newly enrolled students in the MSN program are eligible to receive a 20% tuition discount on courses taken in the spring 2021 or summer 2021 terms.
Prior to enrolling in Rider's MSN program, prospective or current students should review state licensure requirements as a nurse. Completion from a Rider University program does not necessarily guarantee eligibility for state licensure; or receipt of a license.
Enhance your nursing education with a degree that meets the demands of the rapidly evolving health care industry to provide you with the elevated scope of practice necessary for career autonomy.
16,900
Projected number of openings for nurse practitioners, on average, over the decade
26%
Expected growth in job demand for nurse practitioners by 2028
$109k
Median annual salary for a nurse practitioner
You need a program that works with your busy life. Rider's MSN program offers flexible 100% online courses and a choice of multiple start terms throughout the year. We're ready when you are.
Our flexible and convenient online curriculum provides diverse approaches to teaching and engaged faculty that encourage self-directed learning and critical reasoning. Build on your bachelor’s-level nursing education to expand the scope of practice.
The program offers two nurse practitioner concentrations. The family nurse practitioner (FNP) concentration requires 48 credits and 700 clinical hours for degree completion. The adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner (AGPCNP) requires 42 credits and 580 clinical hours for degree completion. You may decide in the final year of the program which concentration to complete. You will complete clinicals locally in your preferred setting.
When you graduate with your online M.S. in Nursing from Rider, you have the opportunity to establish yourself in a high-growth field.
With advanced clinical expertise in primary care settings, expanded experience and demonstrated clinical competence, you’ll be well-trained to establish yourself as a transformational leader in a high-growth field and having the ability to practice to your full scope of practice.
You’ll be prepared to think critically and work collaboratively to promote quality and equitable care and improve health outcomes for clients, families and diverse communities. If you’re ready to guide new and innovative approaches to care, we can help you become a true difference-maker.
Graduates may also choose to explore nonclinical nursing roles in administration, education, government, public policy, or research.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the University is using guidance from local, state and federal public health officials to inform our decision making for the 2020-21 academic year. The Resolved and Ready website is the official source of information about Rider's plan.
University reopening plans will not impact course offerings or start/end dates for the Master of Science in Nursing program as it is offered 100% online.
Assistant Professor
Graduate Education, Leadership and Counseling
Bierenbaum Fisher Hall 218A
lprol [at] rider.edu
609-896-5348
