Nursing Programs at San José State University

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Enhance Your Career at SJSU

SJSU programs are designed to support your career growth and expertise advancement in the fast-changing field of healthcare. Our flexible, affordable programs provide the evidence-based education you need to succeed in an evolving field where trained professionals are in high demand. With the American Nurses Association reporting that approximately 60 - 80% of primary and preventive care can be performed by nurse practitioners, it’s a great time to invest in your career development, deepen your expertise, or pursue a specialization.

Select the program that best fits your career path

    • Master of Science in Nursing, with a Family Nursing Practitioner (FNP) Concentration
    • Nursing Specialty Advanced Certificate

Master of Science in Nursing, with a Family Nursing Practitioner (FNP) Concentration

Master of Science in Nursing, with a Family Nursing Practitioner (FNP) Concentration

  • Two-year degree in a hybrid online/on-campus format that focuses on theory and practice of advanced practice nursing care in primary settings
  • Program meets criteria specified in Section 1484, Title XVI of the California Administrative Code and is fully approved by the California BRN
  • Three-semester clinical preceptorship includes primary/adult care, geriatrics, pediatrics, and women’s health
  • Program graduates are eligible to pursue national certification by taking either the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) FNP exam or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioner (AANP) exam
  • Application Deadline: April 1, 2025
  • Total Units Required: 40 units

Nursing Specialty Advanced Certificate

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See what learning is all about at SJSU — whether it's in the classroom or online — you'll receive world-class learning to help support your career goals.

Student Voice

The San José State FNP program has outstanding leadership in Dr. Goyal and Dr. Spilker. The professors in the program are both passionate and approachable. I am thankful for the exceptional clinical rotations I was able to experience during my time in the program. I am proud to say I earned my advanced practice degree through SJSU Valley School of Nursing graduate FNP program.

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- Emily Lynch

MSN, APRN, NP-C

Student Voice


The strength of the MLIS program lies in its variety, its rigor, and the fact that it prepares you to pursue what you’re most interested in. I came out of the program with the confidence to tackle anything.

- Nancy Andrus
19 MSDA

Why San José State University?

SJSU offers a wide range of degrees and certificates to help students advance in their careers or transition successfully to new ones. Whether you’re looking to boost your earning power or become an expert in your chosen field, SJSU is a proven learning source that can help you get there.

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Our professional and online programs and courses are rooted in the world-class reputation of SJSU.

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Distinguished faculty and highly experienced practitioners ensure students receive an education that’s meaningful and interactive, either on campus or online.

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Professional students tap into SJSU’s deep ties to industries based in Silicon Valley’s thriving economy.

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Students with an SJSU education are well prepared to impress, earn respect and succeed in their careers.

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