Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Family Nurse Practitioner
CCNE-accredited graduate nursing program preparing advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to deliver primary care across the lifespan in Chicago clinics.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BSN degree with min. 3.0 GPA and active unencumbered Illinois RN license
- English language proficiency
- TOEFL 85+ or IELTS 6.5
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Exempt
- Thesis / Research statement
- Personal statement describing family nurse practitioner practice goals
- Recommendation letters
- Three letters from healthcare supervisors
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) nurse traineeship grants up to $10,000
- Application fee
- $40
- Tuition / joining costs
- $870/credit hour
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-16
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Lewis University documentation reviewed 2026-10-16. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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