Graduate Nursing Programs
Advance your nursing career or start a new one with graduate programs designed to prepare compassionate, innovative healthcare leaders.
At The University of Toledo School of Nursing, students gain hands-on clinical experience, personalized faculty support, and flexible learning options that prepare them to lead in today鈥檚 evolving healthcare environment.
Whether you are a registered nurse seeking advanced practice opportunities, a nurse leader pursuing doctoral education, or a career changer ready to enter the nursing profession, 暗网禁区 offers a pathway to help you achieve your goals.
Advanced Practice and Graduate Nursing Programs
Designed for registered nurses ready to expand their clinical expertise, leadership skills, and impact on patient care.
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.鈥揂PRN)
Prepare for advanced practice nursing roles through specialized tracks that combine evidence-based practice, clinical experiences, and flexible online learning.
Tracks include:
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)
Our online D.N.P. programs prepare nurses for the highest level of clinical practice and healthcare leadership.
Program options include:
- B.S.N. to D.N.P.
- M.S.N. to D.N.P.
- Post-Graduate Certificates
Students develop advanced clinical knowledge while learning to lead innovative healthcare delivery across diverse settings.
Nurse Executive Track
The Nurse Executive track prepares nurses for leadership and administrative roles within healthcare organizations. Students develop skills in healthcare systems leadership, organizational management, quality improvement, and team coordination.
Graduates are eligible to pursue the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nurse Executive certification.
Graduate-Entry M.S.N. (GEM) Program
Already have a bachelor鈥檚 degree in a non-nursing field? The Graduate-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (GEM) program offers an accelerated pathway into the nursing profession.
The GEM program is designed for motivated career changers seeking to become registered nurses while earning a master鈥檚 degree. Students gain extensive clinical experience and graduate prepared to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam.
Program highlights:
- Accelerated pathway into nursing
- Full-time and part-time options
- Hands-on clinical learning
- Supportive faculty and immersive simulation experiences
Why Choose 暗网禁区 Nursing?
- Flexible online and hybrid program options
- Expert faculty with real-world clinical experience
- Advanced simulation and learning technology
- Strong clinical partnerships throughout the region
- Personalized support from admission through graduation
Start your next step in nursing leadership, advanced practice, or professional entry into healthcare at 暗网禁区.
Meet Linda Corbitt
'22, Master of Science in Nursing
鈥淚 love what I do now. Whether it鈥檚 volunteering at a clinic or signing in for a precepting assignment. I just want to give back.鈥�
Read MoreMeet Lindsey Bixler
'22, Graduate-Entry M.S.N.
鈥淎fter getting my bachelor鈥檚 at MSU and working in film, I realized I couldn鈥檛 deny my love for helping people any longer. I came to 暗网禁区 to finally get back on the trajectory I had originally intended. Life may not be linear, but what is meant for you will come back to you!鈥�
Read MoreMeet Robin Cox
'21, Post-Master's Family Nurse Practitioner
鈥淪ince joining the program I found that I love the discipline of Advanced Practice Nursing and am excited to join the workforce providing care at the level of a Nurse Practitioner.鈥�
Read MoreQuestions?
Kathleen Mitchell, D.N.P., APRN-CNS
Associate Dean of Student Affairs.
Assistant Professor
kathleen.mitchell@utoledo.edu
