Frontier Nursing University

Distance Education from the Birthplace of Nurse-Midwifery and Family Nursing in America

Admissions

FNU remains open during the COVID-19 pandemic and will continue to accept applications to our distance education programs. Our online format allows you to complete coursework in your home community. We encourage you to read our FAQs for admissions details, and view application deadlines. For resources and additional information on COVID-19 prevention and preparedness, click here.

Thank you for considering Frontier Nursing University for your graduate nursing education! We are proud to educate and graduate exceptional nurse-midwives and nurse practitioners to meet the healthcare needs of women, children and families.





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Application Deadlines

Frontier Nursing University has discontinued the ADN to MSN Bridge program. Please click here for a message from FNU President Dr. Susan Stone about this change.

SUMMER 2021

APPLICATION CYCLE: CLOSED
Frontier Bound Orientation Dates
Due to issues related to COVID-19, Frontier Bound will be conducted virtually.***
Bound #1, Class #200May 10-12, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #2, Class #200May 17-19, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #3, Class #200June 7-9, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP, WHCNP)
Bound #4, Class #43June 14-16, 2021DNP
Coursework for Summer 2021 Term will begin July 5, 2021.

FALL 2021

APPLICATION CYCLE
OPENS: JANUARY 21, 2021
CLOSES: APRIL 21, 2021
Frontier Bound Orientation Dates
Due to issues related to COVID-19, Frontier Bound will be conducted virtually.***
Bound #1, Class #201August 2-4, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #2, Class #201August 16-18, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #3, Class #201August 23-25, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP, WHCNP)
Bound #4, Class #44Aug. 30-Sept. 1, 2021DNP
Coursework for Fall 2021 Term will begin October 4, 2021.

WINTER 2022

APPLICATION CYCLE
OPENS: APRIL 22, 2021
CLOSES: JULY 21, 2021
Frontier Bound Orientation Dates
Bounds are scheduled to be held on the Versailles campus at 2050 Lexington Road, Versailles, KY, but may be adjusted to virtual if needed due to COVID-19.
Bound #1, Class #202October 4-7, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #2, Class #202October 11-14, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #3, Class #202October 18-21, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #4, Class #202October 25-28, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #5, Class #202November 1-4, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #6, Class #202November 8-11, 2021MSN & PGC (CNM, PMHNP, WHCNP)
Bound #7, Class #45December 13-16, 2021DNP
Coursework for Winter 2022 Term will begin January 3, 2022.
SPRING 2022APPLICATION CYCLE
OPENS: JULY 22, 2021
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Frontier Bound Orientation Dates
Bounds are scheduled to be held on the Versailles campus at 2050 Lexington Road, Versailles, KY, but may be adjusted to virtual if needed due to COVID-19.
Bound #1, Class #203January 10-13, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #2, Class #203January 24-27, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #3, Class #203January 31 - February 3, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #4, Class #203February 7-10, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #5, Class #203February 14-17, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, PMHNP)
Bound #6, Class #203February 21-24, 2022MSN & PGC (CNM, FNP, WHCNP)
Bound #7, Class #46March 14-17, 2022DNP
Coursework for Spring 2022 Term will begin April 4, 2022
* Class Numbers are only for University tracking.
** Students come to Frontier Bound Orientation the term before coursework begins.
*** The Bound dates listed are subject to change due to virtual attendance.

ADMISSIONS CRITERIA

Please take a few moments to review the admissions criteria for your desired program:

FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS

At FNU, we strive to make high-quality education affordable and accessible for men and women who provide care for rural and underserved populations. Along with affordable programs, FNU provides financial aid, for those who qualify, to assist students with their educational costs. Click the button below to learn more about financial aid opportunities.

FINANCIAL AID

We provide a number of FNU scholarships as well as information and links for external scholarships. Click the button below to learn more about scholarship opportunities.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Background Check

Please be advised, a background check is the final step in completing your admission criteria to FNU (background checks are not required for non-matriculating applicants). Applicants who receive an offer of admission will be required to complete a background check. The offer of admission will include instructions for completing the background check. Applicants with a felony conviction will not be admitted. No exceptions. Applicants with a non-felony conviction must submit a written statement outlining the conviction and will be considered on an individual basis.

FNU Campus Update

FNU’s Kentucky campus has moved from Hyden, Ky., to Versailles, Ky. Due to COVID-19, we have experienced delays in our transition of student events to the Versailles campus. All Frontier Bound orientation sessions and Clinical Bound sessions are being conducted virtually. Current projections are that student events may be held on the Versailles Campus in late 2021. Click here to learn more about our new campus and this exciting time at FNU.

National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements

Frontier Nursing University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. Learn more.

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Frontier Nursing University has been approved to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements.

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