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    Master of Professional Nursing (MPN)

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    Philadelphia, USMPNIn-person15 months
    $144,220.00
    Tuition
    over 15mo
    35%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    221
    Cohort
    students
    21
    Credits
    $80.00
    App fee

    Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania is a 21-credit, 15-month, in-person MPN program based in Philadelphia, US. Tuition is $144,220.

    About the program

    Four-semester full-time program for non-nurses with a bachelor's degree, preparing graduates for RN licensure through coursework and clinical immersion in nursing practice across settings, with focus on population health equity, team-based care, quality improvement, and health systems change.

    Focus: coursework
    #1 QS World University Rankings (Penn Nursing) | #1 US News & World Report (graduate nursing programs)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min The GRE is no longer required for any of the nursing programs, including the MPN
    TOEFL
    required
    Min The TOEFL or IELTS is required for non-native English speakers
    IELTS
    required
    Min The TOEFL or IELTS is required for non-native English speakers

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $29,327.00
    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 Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania is $144,220 across 21 required credits.
    Is Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania online or in-person?
    Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania take to complete?
    Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania is structured around 15 months and 21 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania?
    Per the program's published guidance: GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred
    How competitive is Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania?
    Master of Professional Nursing (MPN) at University of Pennsylvania reports an acceptance rate of approximately 35%.