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The 2026 NP Practice Survey Now Open

Media Contact: Bryan Black

Learn more about this valuable survey and how to participate.

AUSTIN, TEXAS — The latest national Practice Survey from the American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) launches today to provide greater insights into nurse practitioner (NP) workforce and practice trends. The 2026 NP Practice Survey uses a random sample of NPs to ensure the survey results accurately represent NPs nationwide. All respondents who complete the survey will be provided with free access to a summary of the results in early 2027.

The results of AANP’s Practice Survey directly inform AANP’s advocacy, research and resources on behalf of all NPs. For example, data from the 2024 Practice Survey were used to:

  • Provide key statistics for AANP’s NP Infographic, which is shared with media, legislators and regulators.
  • Offer insights to health system leaders, researchers and policymakers about how and where NPs deliver care across the U.S.
  • Inform AANP advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels, including advancing policies that remove barriers to NP practice.
  • Equip industry partners and continuing education providers with up-to-date insights on NP practice.
  • Support research on issues such as factors driving prevalence of practice agreements with physicians.

Data from this year’s survey results will continue to allow NPs to compare their experiences to their colleagues in terms of practice settings, clinical focus and more. The 2026 NP Practice Report will also provide information on credentials, conditions treated and prescribing patterns of NPs.

NPs are encouraged to watch for their email and submit their survey response as soon as possible. AANP will distribute the survey in batches over the spring and summer. Questions about the survey may be addressed to research@aanp.org.

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The American Association of Nurse Practitioners® (AANP) is the largest professional membership organization representing more than 461,000 licensed nurse practitioners (NPs) in the United States. As The Voice of the Nurse Practitioner®,  AANP advances health policy and promotes excellence in practice, education and research to support high-quality, patient-centered care. Learn more at aanp.org.

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