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Georgetown University Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse-Midwifery/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program | Online

Evolve your nursing career with Berkley School of Nursing at Georgetown University where our commitment to health equity and service to others will empower you to practice with purpose.

Three start dates per year. Applications accepted on a rolling basis..

  • CCNE-Accredited Program — The MS in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Graduates are eligible to sit for WHNP and Nurse-Midwifery certification exams.
  • 27-month program — Complete your degree in as few as 27 months part time.
  • Top-Ranked Program — Ranked #6 in best midwifery programs by U.S. News & World Report,1 reflecting our commitment to health equity and service to others.
  • Scholarships Available — Berkley School of Nursing at Georgetown University is offering a tuition scholarship of up to $35,000 for highly qualified applicants.
Online Dual Nurse-Midwifery/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program Highlights
Top-RankedRanked #6 in best midwifery programs by U.S. News & World Report.2
CCNE/ACMEAccredited
94%AMCB reported pass rate within 1 year for 2022 for WHNP test takers
97%National Certification Corporation reported pass rate for 2023 for WHNP test takers
Practice With Purpose
3required Objective Clinical Intensives
49credits
1,000+clinical hours
Online Nurse-Midwifery/Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Program (NM/WHNP) Overview

The online dual NM/WHNP program at the Berkley School of Nursing at Georgetown University prepares advanced practice registered nurses to provide primary care to individuals across the lifespan as well as during their pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum periods; in sexual and reproductive health; in gynecologic health; in family planning services; and in preconception care. They are also equipped to manage the care of newborns up to one month of age.

Midwives also provide safe, comprehensive, and culturally-responsive health care to transgender and gender non-binary (TGNB) people and to people of all sexual orientations.

  • Distance-based, online learning — Learn in intimate, online classes of approximately 12 students each, allowing you to build lasting relationships with your professors and peers.
  • Intuitive, accessible virtual hub — Engage with our dynamic course content through 2GU, our innovative online platform and mobile app. Access coursework and live classes from your mobile device or computer.
  • Innovative, robust health equity curriculum — Study trauma informed, person-centered care that seeks to advance health equity, mitigate racism and biases, and provide structurally competent care.
  • Care for the whole person — Cultivate a holistic view of individual and family health that encompasses physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.
  • Hands-on clinical experiences — Gain key skills during in-person Objective Clinical Intensives (OCIs) in your community.

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Join a nursing community dedicated to intellectual inquiry and compassionate care.

Georgetown University partners with 2U to support the delivery of this online program. Georgetown University has full control over the program, including all core academic functions. Click here to learn more about 2U’s roles and responsibilities.