Since launching NP Navigator, we’ve continued to expand the tool to help future NPs make more informed decisions about becoming a nurse practitioner. Thanks to feedback from our community and new data sources, we’re excited to share several updates that make it even easier to evaluate programs and plan your path forward.
Quick Look at What’s New in NP Navigator:
- Preceptor placement support badge
- Estimated tuition costs for every Nurse Practitioner program
- Salary data by program and region
- Top employers of NP graduates
- Gender balance breakdowns
1. Preceptor Placement Support
Preceptors are a critical part of NP training, and programs vary in how much support they provide. We’ve introduced a “Preceptor Placement” badge to spotlight schools that actively help students secure placements. It’s one more way NP Navigator brings transparency to the process and helps future NPs choose programs that set them up for success.
2. Tuition Transparency
One of the most common questions we hear from prospective NPs is about tuition. NP Navigator now includes easy-to-read estimates for tuition costs across programs, so you don’t have to do the math yourself. No more converting credit hours or hunting down the tuition page. Just a clear view of what to expect.
3. Salary Data
Making a career investment means understanding the return. We’ve added more granular salary data, including average earnings for alumni of each program compared to the national average. You can also explore salary insights across the country, based on real, self-reported data from thousands of nurse practitioners.
4. Top Employers
Curious where graduates go next? We’ve added a list of top employers, giving you a sense of what kinds of opportunities might follow graduation and what hospitals and health systems you might be joining.
5. Gender Balance
Understanding who your future classmates might be can help you feel more connected before you even apply. NP Navigator now highlights the gender balance of programs, offering a quick look at class composition.
We believe nurses deserve clarity when deciding to advance their careers. These updates are part of our commitment to make NP Navigator the most comprehensive and helpful tool for future nurse practitioners.