Earn a degree online to take your nursing career to the next level

Capella University’s degree programs in nursing are designed to prepare experienced nurses to meet the growing need for leadership, education, and research in the nursing profession. For example, the National League for Nursing recognizes that our Nursing Education specialization aligns with the Core Competencies for Nurse Educators©, using competencies that are integral to the Certified Nurse Educator© (CNE) exam. And unlike many DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) programs, Capella’s DNP focuses on administrative, organizational, and systems leadership competencies to prepare you for a variety of nursing leadership positions. The DNP curriculum incorporates The Essentials of Doctoral Education for Advanced Nursing Practice established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN).

Capella also offers 2 specializations for an MSN: Nurse Educator and Nurse Educator Bridge. Both incorporate The Essentials of Master’s Education for Advanced Practice Nursing, established by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

Financial aid at Capella University

Capella participates in several federal financial aid programs including the Federal Pell Grant Program and Federal Stafford Loan Program. Capella is also eligible to certify Veterans Educational Benefits and can provide information on other non-federal loan programs.

Capella-funded scholarships are also available in select disciplines, such as the Robert C. Ford Human Services Scholarship and the Helene Krivosha Scholarship for education students. There are also external scholarships offered specifically to Capella students, such as the Go the Distance Scholarship.

Capella University Accreditation

Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA), www.ncahlc.org.