Nursing Online
Purdue University Northwest's flexible online programs can help you reach the next stage in your nursing career. Power Onward with our designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence.
Online Nursing Programs
Purdue Northwest offers hard-working nurses like you flexible, affordable pathways to your next nursing degree. You’ll gain training and expertise to make a difference in your patients’ lives—and your profession.
Earn Your Nursing Degree Online From Purdue Northwest
- Purdue Northwest’s trusted College of Nursing is designated as a National League for Nursing Center of Excellence—1 of 79 nationwide.
- For more than a decade, the College of Nursing has been an Indiana Center for Evidence-Based Nursing Practice: a JBI Affiliate Center.
- PNW’s programs are ranked among the best online nursing programs by U.S. News & World Report.
Expert Nursing Faculty
- Learn from faculty who are passionate about the future of nursing and will guide you on your path to success. Their commitment to excellence enhances curricular and student outcomes.
- Benefit from extensive student support services and personalized academic advising.
- Join a connected and supportive Purdue Northwest College of Nursing alumni and networking community.
Online Flexibility and Convenience
- Earn your nursing degree online, on your schedule.
- Accelerate your path to graduation—with on-demand course access, you can study anytime, anywhere.
- Flexible tracks to fit your life—finish your BSN in as few as 10 months with our PowerPath track or in as few as 16 months with our standard track, same credits and cost.
Affordable Online Nursing Degrees for Working RNs
Earn a valuable degree from a respected name in nursing education. Keep your tuition costs low with transfer credits, federal financial aid and cost-effective tuition.
Online RN-to-BSN Program
Earn your BSN for under $10,700*
- Up to 86 transfer credits
- Tuition reduced to $311.91 per credit with our new student and partner institution scholarships
Online MSN Program
Earn an MSN for under $16,400**
- Tuition is just $512.16 per credit
- A $1,000 scholarship for Purdue Northwest RN-to-BSN alumni
* Published rates effective beginning June 17, 2024. Program tuition is based on a student transferring 86 credits toward the degree. Total tuition for the 34 nursing credits required at PNW is $13,882.88 ($408.32 per credit hour). New students who are employed by one of PNW’s hospital partners or are current students at one of PNW’s community college partners may receive scholarships to reduce tuition for the 34 nursing credits to $10,604.88 ($312 per credit hour). Scholarship eligibility is subject to change for students who have previously dropped out of the program. Program cost will increase for students who do not bring in maximum credit; students will be assessed $408.32 per credit hour. The University reserves the right to increase prices and/or discontinue the scholarship at any time. Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Trustees. See full RN-to-BSN tuition and fees breakdown.
** Students will incur differential fees, in addition to tuition, based on the number of credits taken per term. Differential fees are $221.25 when registered for less than 8 hours and $281.50 for 8 hours or more and are assessed once each traditional semester. Tuition and fees are subject to change by the Board of Trustees. See full MSN tuition and fees breakdown.
Student Resources
Purdue University Northwest’s online nursing programs blend a high-quality learning experience with extensive student support. Through academic coaches, technical support, financial services and much more, we focus on you, so you can focus on earning your degree.
The Online RN-to-BSN Handbook is a source of information for students regarding guidelines, procedures and regulations for the College of Nursing.
MSN Nurse Educator and Executive Handbook
The MSN-Online Nurse Educator and Nurse Executive CNS Handbook is a source of information for students regarding guidelines, procedures and regulations for the College of Nursing.
Accreditation
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted continuing accreditation to the baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s certificate programs with the next evaluation visit scheduled for fall 2027.
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