Nurse Practitioner Programs

Talented faculty members who are career professionals bring real-world experience and knowledge to the program, ensuring students receive a well-rounded education that sufficiently blends theory with practical application. To prepare you for the challenges and opportunities of modern healthcare, the program’s curriculum provides an unwavering foundation for a rewarding career as a family nurse practitioner. Our coursework enables you to develop advanced clinical skills and participate in evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

Moreover, our collaborations with prestigious healthcare institutions across New York City present our nursing students with abundant chances to translate classroom knowledge into actual patient scenarios. Unlock your potential and stand ready to make a difference in the lives of others by enrolling in the Family Nurse Practitioner M.S. program at St. Joseph’s University, New York’s Brooklyn Campus.

Credits: This program is 39 credits, to complete in six semesters, starting summer 2026.

Typical class schedule: One (1) full day in-person weekly; plus clinical rounds during associated semesters

Typical clinical schedule: Average number of hours weekly: 10 to15; However, hours per week would vary for a total of 175 hours per clinical

The Family Nurse Practitioner is in the top three for most in-demand nurse practitioner specialties, according to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. National data suggests that by 2034 the United States will experience a shortage of between 17,800 and 48,000 physicians in family practice. Family Nurse Practitioners will be able to fill that expected gap.