, RN, BSN, is a trained neuro/trauma and emergency room nurse turned freelance healthcare writer/editor. As a journalism major, she combined her love for writing with her passion for high-level patient care. Sarah is the creator of , LLC, specializing in writing about healthcare topics, including health journalism, education, and evidence-based health and wellness trends. She lives in Northern California with her husband and two children. , Direct entry nurse practitioner (NP) programs allow non-nurses to become nurse practitioners without a BSN. These programs tailor their curriculum to fill the educational gaps between non-nursing bachelor's degrees and the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)., In this article, you will find a list of the best Direct-Entry Nurse Practitioner Programs for 2025 along with some information about admission requirements, coursework, and potential jobs after graduation..