Interested in Becoming a Nurse Practitioner?
Thinking about applying to the Nurse Practitioner (NP) programs at Athabasca University? Have questions about admissions, the program, or what to expect as an NP student?
Join us for a live virtual information session on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, from 5:00–6:00 p.m. (Mountain) to learn more about the Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner (MN-NP) and Post-Master’s Diploma – Nurse Practitioner (PMD-NP) programs.
We will provide an overview of admission requirements, the NP curriculum and program structure, in-person lab and clinical practicum requirements, and important application timelines. You will also hear about upcoming changes to NP admission cycles and have an opportunity to ask questions.
The next application deadline is December 1, 2026, for May 2027 admission. Following this deadline, the next opportunity to apply will be June 1, 2027, for a January 2028 program start.
All prospective applicants are welcome!