Form the future of nursing
Form the future of nursing
Help transform practice and improve systems outcomes. Our CCNE-accredited DNP program is available in the GuidedPath and FlexPath learning formats, so choose the online program that best fits the way you learn, the flexibility and support you need and your budget.
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To our health care heroes
For your continued commitment and compassionate care, we thank you.
Online nursing & education programs
No GMAT or GRE required.
Choose your area of study
Bachelor's
RN-to-BSN*†
100% online coursework
Sample courses
- Assessment, Communication, and Collaboration
- Organizational and Systems Management for Quality Outcomes
- Health Promotion and Disease Prevention in Vulnerable and Diverse Populations
- Nursing Leadership and Management
- Collaborative Group Process for Nursing Professionals
*FlexPath available
†AMP=Accelerated Master’s Pathway
Master's
This program includes online coursework experiences.
Specializations
- Care Coordination*
- Nursing Education*
- Nursing Informatics*
- Nursing Leadership and Administration*
- RN-to-MSN Care Coordination*
- RN-to-MSN Nursing Education*
- RN-to-MSN Nursing Informatics*
- RN-to-MSN Nursing Leadership and Administration*
*FlexPath available
These specializations include online and in-person coursework.
Specializations
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
Doctoral
This program includes online coursework experiences. With the Capella Tuition Cap, know your maximum tuition costs. Pay no more than $32,000* in tuition costs for your DNP.
Specializations
- DNP**
*Eligibility rules and exclusions apply. Connect with us for details.
**FlexPath available
Certificates
Choose one of the following certificate options:
- Care Coordination
- Nursing Informatics
- Nursing Leadership
"Nurses with advanced degrees can advocate for patients, create change within their organizations and have a seat at the table to lead change in health care."
Jennifer Shepherd – RN, DNP, Capella Nursing Advisory Board Member
Accreditations & partnerships
Capella University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Capella University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org)
Choose a learning format
We offer two online learning formats that are flexible, affordable and supportive. Choose from the more structured GuidedPath, available for all our programs, or FlexPath, our self-paced option available for select programs.
Follow our lead
We’ll set the weekly coursework schedule; you meet the deadlines.
Pay per course
The familiar way to pay for your tuition with price varying by courseload or term; pay for what you take.
Interactive setting
Online discussions with faculty and classmates, plus regular check-ins with your academic coach.
Self-paced
Set your own deadlines, move through courses at your own speed.
Pay per session
Take one or two core courses at a time and complete as many as you want in 12 weeks for one flat fee.*
1:1 engagement
Get learning support from tutors, detailed feedback from faculty and personalized planning from coaches.
*Books, supplies and other fees apply. Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is not available for FlexPath.
Know your tuition costs more clearly. Pay no more than $32,000 in tuition costs for your DNP with Capella Tuition Cap. Eligibility rules apply. Connect with us for details.
Get support while you learn
Faculty & staff
Enrollment counselors
Academic coaches
Financial aid advisors
Scholar-practitioner faculty
Academic assistance
Tech support 24/7
Capella library
Career Development Center
Learning and study strategy tools
Financial resources
Assistance creating a financial plan
Employer and association discounts
Financial aid information
Scholarships details
of nursing alumni are satisfied with their Capella education.
Alumni Outcomes Survey, 2022–2023