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    MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

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    Washington, USMSNIn-person2 years
    $81,500.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    81%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    50
    Credits

    MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University is a 50-credit, 2-year, in-person MSN program based in Washington, US. Tuition is $81,500.

    About the program

    The program prepares registered nurses to assess, diagnose, treat, manage, and evaluate acute and chronic mental illnesses across the lifespan for individuals, families, and groups. It covers neuropsychopharmacology, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, substance use disorders, and interprofessional practice.

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    US News #3 Online Master's in Nursing (Psychiatric Mental Health)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 15, 2026
    Spring 2027
    Nov 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Internet-based TOEFL: 100
    IELTS
    required
    Min An overall band score of 7.0 with individual band scores of 6.0 or higher

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $33,500.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University is $81,500 across 50 required credits.
    Is MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University online or in-person?
    MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University is offered in-person.
    How long does MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University take to complete?
    MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University is structured around 2 years and 50 credits.
    What GPA is required for MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
    How competitive is MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University?
    MSN in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner at George Washington University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 81%.