Advance Your Nursing Career
Whether you're looking to finish your BSN or pursue an MSN, Herzing University recognizes the critical role that nurses play in the health of our nation and we've made it a priority to help meet the growing demand for educated, skilled nurses.

Akron Nursing Programs
With Herzing you have choices. Whether you are new to nursing or want to further your career with an advanced degree, Herzing offers program options and support teams to help you succeed.
ASN
Choose a 2-year pathway to become an RN by earning your Associate Degree in Nursing in as little as 20 months.
- No wait list! Direct acceptance!
- Transfer up to 54 approved credits
- Online general education classes + core on-campus courses
- Prepare for the NCLEX-RN examination to become a licensed registered nurse
BSN Online
Pursue your dream of becoming a nurse with Herzing’s online Bachelor of Science in Nursing program.
- CCNE-accredited
- Year-round 3-Year BSN program, or less depending on transfer credit or prior learning
- Transfer up to 90 approved credits
- Online didactic courses + on-site clinicals and three intensives requiring attendance at a designated Herzing or partner site
BSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Take a bold step toward the highest level of nursing leadership and go from BSN to DNP online with Herzing.
- Choose from eight specialty areas
- Finish in 28-32 months, depending on your choice of specialty
- 100% online coursework plus clinicals
- Clinical Placement Pledge
CVT and RT to BSN
Bridge your career from cardiovascular technician (CVT) or Respiratory Therapist (RT) to registered nurse through our Bachelor of Science in Nursing bridge programs.
- CCNE-accredited
- 28-month program, pending transfer credit
- 100% online core didactic (lecture) coursework plus on-site clinicals and intensives at a designated Herzing or partner site
- Available for enrollment in select states*
Doctor of Nursing Education
Earn the terminal degree in nursing and prepare to become the educator tomorrow’s nurses need.
- Choose from full-time or part-time enrollment
- 6 start dates per year
- 100% online coursework and completion of a DNE Scholarly Project
- Specialized coursework in grant writing and teaching with AI
Doctor of Nursing Practice
If you’ve earned your MSN and are working in an advanced practice area of nursing, you can now step up to your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) online with Herzing University.
- Completion time of two years (six semesters)
- Convenient, flexible online study – classes are asynchronous
- Course content aligns with American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials
LPN-to-RN Bridge Program
As a registered nurse you’ll be the backbone of day-to-day operations in many healthcare settings.
- Earn your degree in as little as 16 months!
- Transfer up to 49 approved credits
- Online general education classes + core on-campus courses
- Prepare for the NCLEX-RN examination to become a licensed registered nurse
MSN to Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Go beyond your MSN and elevate your nursing practice to the highest level with our online MSN to DNP program.
- Choose from eight specialty areas
- Finish in 20-24 months, depending on your choice of specialty
- 100% online coursework plus clinicals with Herzing’s Clinical Placement Pledge
- Course content that aligns with American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials
MSN - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
Ready to do more for patients? Advance your career and earn an MSN degree that prepares you to become an Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP).
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 24 months
- 100% online coursework with 585 clinical hours
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Ready to do more for patients? Advance your career and earn an MSN degree that prepares you to become an Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP).
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 20 months
- 100% online coursework with 540 clinical hours
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Direct Entry
Designed for graduates of a bachelor’s degree program in any other field of study, the Herzing's MSN-DE offers you:
- Completion time of 20-24 monthsi when attending full-time
- 100% online didactic classes, including both on-demand and real-time learning
- On-site clinicals plus three hands-on intensives at designated sites
- Available for enrollment in select states1
MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
Achieve the pinnacle of skill and specialization in nursing in as few as 20 months. Ranked among the "Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs" by U.S. News & World Report.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 20 months
- 48 credits, 585 clinical hours
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Nursing Leadership
Extend your reach and touch more lives by becoming a nurse leader. Prepare to facilitate change by building on your clinical expertise to understand the business of healthcare.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 16 months
- 36 credits, full-time and part-time options available
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Nursing Education
Whether your calling is educating tomorrow's nurses in a faculty position or branching out into industry, Herzing's MSN-NE nurse educator program will prepare you for a number of positions in a variety of workplaces.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 16 months
- 36-credits, transfer up to 9 approved credits
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
Grow into a primary care role for patients from birth to young adult as a pediatric nurse practitioner.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 24 months
- 100% online coursework with 585 clinical practicum hours
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
As a PMHNP, you can impact the lives of patients suffering from mental disorders, and promote mental health awareness and education.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 24 months
- 100% online coursework with 540 clinical hours across the lifespan
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Public Health Nursing
Transform public health as a nurse, advocate and change-maker with a Master of Science in Nursing in Public Health.
- CCNE-accredited*
- Finish in as few as 16 months
- 100% online coursework with hands-on clinical practicum experience
- Clinical Placement Pledge
MSN - Women's Health
Advance your nursing practice and prepare to support better health for women with our online MSN in Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner specialty (WHNP).
- CCNE-accredited
- 54-credit, 24-month program (for BSN-qualified nurses)
- 100% online classwork with hands-on clinical practicum experience
- Clinical Placement Pledge
Post Master’s Certificates
Advance in your current organization or switch paths to another area of specialization through Herzing’s online nursing certificate programs.
- Flexible online classes to support busy schedules
- Full-time and part-time options available
- Finish in as few as 20 months depending on the specialization you choose
- Clinical Placement Pledge
Practical Nursing (LPN Prep)
Develop the skills and confidence to start your nursing career sooner by earning a diploma in Practical Nursing with Herzing.
- Finish in as little as 12 months!
- Online general education classes + core on-campus courses
- Transfer up to 27 approved credits
- QuickPaths to build on your PN diploma and advance your nursing education faster
RN to BSN
Go from an associate degree in nursing (ASN/ADN) to BSN in as few as 12 months!
- Finish in as few as 12 months!
- CCNE-accredited
- 100% online classwork
- Block transfer up to 70 semester credit hours
- Dual credit option to help you save time and money toward an MSN degree