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Health and Nursing

West Virginia University's online programs in nursing, healthcare, and public health are designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of communities. Explore our programs and start making a difference today.
School of Public Health

Applied Biostatistics Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Advance research with precision. With WVU’s online applied biostatistics graduate certificate, you’ll gain the statistical tools to design studies, interpret results, and inform evidence-based practice.
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College of Applied Human Sciences

Counseling, M.S.

Master's Degree
Support the well-being of others. WVU’s online graduate program in clinical mental health counseling prepares you to support individuals and communities through evidence-based care and empathetic practice.
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School of Nursing

Family Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead in patient-centered care. With WVU’s online family nurse practitioner graduate certificate, you’ll gain the skills to assess, diagnose, and manage acute and chronic conditions across populations.
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Potomac State College

General Studies, A.A.

Associate Degree
Discover your path forward. With WVU’s online associate of arts in general studies, you’ll explore a range of disciplines while earning a degree that opens doors.
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School of Public Health

Health Administration, M.H.A.

Master's Degree
Lead the future of healthcare. WVU’s online graduate program in health administration prepares you to manage systems, improve outcomes, and drive innovation in a rapidly evolving industry.
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School of Medicine

Health Informatics and Information Management, B.S.

Bachelor's Degree
Harness technology to improve patient care with WVU’s online undergraduate program in health informatics. Learn to manage data, improve systems, and enhance healthcare delivery through technology and information.
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John Chambers College of Business and Economics

Healthcare Business Administration, M.B.A.

Master's Degree
Advance your career with WVU’s online master of business administration in healthcare. Designed for working professionals, this flexible program blends business strategy with healthcare expertise to prepare you for leadership in a growing industry.
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College of Creative Arts and Media

Healthcare Communication Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Communicate with clarity and compassion. WVU’s online healthcare communication graduate certificate prepares you to improve patient outcomes through effective, empathetic communication.
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Integrated Studies, B.I.S.

Bachelor's Degree
Design a degree that fits your goals. WVU’s online undergraduate program in integrated studies lets you customize your education across disciplines to match your career path. Learn on your terms and build a future that’s uniquely yours.
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Multidisciplinary Studies, B.MdS.

Bachelor's Degree
Unlock the flexibility of WVU's online B.MdS. degree. Design your own educational journey by combining three minors to create a personalized path that perfectly aligns with your unique goals and aspirations.
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School of Nursing

Nursing Practice, D.N.P.

Doctoral Program
Drive change in healthcare. The online doctor of nursing practice from WVU equips you to influence systems, improve outcomes, and lead policy reform.
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School of Nursing

Nursing, M.S.N.

Master's Degree
Elevate your impact in every patient interaction. The online graduate program in nursing from WVU prepares you to take the next step in your career with advanced clinical knowledge, leadership skills, and the flexibility to learn on your schedule.
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School of Nursing

Nursing, Ph.D.

Doctoral Program
Champion change in healthcare. WVU’s online doctor of philosophy in nursing empowers you to influence policy, lead in clinical and academic settings, and drive systemic improvements through research and advocacy.
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School of Nursing

Nursing, R.N. to B.S.N.

Bachelor's Degree
Advance your nursing career with WVU's flexible online RN to BSN program, designed for licensed registered nurses aiming for higher roles in administration, teaching, or specialized nursing by earning their nursing bachelor's.
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WVU nursing student is supervised as she practices

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School of Nursing

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Graduate Certificate

Graduate Certificate
Lead with compassion and expertise. WVU’s online psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner graduate certificate prepares you to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions across the lifespan.
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School of Public Health

Public Health, M.P.H.

Master's Degree
Protect and promote the health of communities. WVU’s online graduate program in public health prepares you to lead public health initiatives, influence policy, and create healthier outcomes for populations everywhere.
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Eberly College of Arts and Sciences

Regents Bachelor of Arts, R.B.A

Bachelor's Degree
Finish what you started with WVU’s flexible online undergraduate degree designed for adult learners. Whether you're returning to school or changing careers, this program helps you turn past experience into future opportunity.
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School of Medicine

Speech-Language Pathology, M.S.

Master's Degree
Empower every voice and improve quality of life. The online graduate program in speech-language pathology from WVU prepares you to work across healthcare and educational settings with skill and compassion, diagnosing and treating communication disorders across the lifespan.
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