Earn your MSN online in as few as 12 months
Our accelerated online MSN program is designed for working professionals, featuring 7-week online courses that allow you to complete your degree in half the usual time. You’ll gain leadership experience while exploring management strategies and administrative roles through two hands-on practicums. Choose from 6 start dates throughout the year — our faculty and staff will be readily available to support you.
E-tuition
All students receive our e-tuition rate. This accelerated online program does not charge Mandatory Fees. See cost details
Credit hours
36 required credit hours. Most courses are equal to 3 credit hours. Browse course list
Financial aid
Over 150 graduate assistantships available with stipend & tuition assistance, plus scholarship, fellowship & research opportunities. Explore aid
Admissions
6 entry terms per year. No GRE required. View application process & deadlines
Program highlights
Admission information: Nursing — Nursing Administration and Leadership (MSN) | Accelerated Online
Application deadlines & program start dates
Choose from 6 start dates per year.
Session | Application deadline | Program start date |
---|---|---|
Fall 2024 term: Session 1 | August 15, 2024 | September 3, 2024 |
Fall 2024 term: Session 2 | October 9, 2024 | October 28, 2024 |
Spring 2025 term: Session 1 | January 2, 2025 | January 21, 2025 |
Spring 2025 term: Session 2 | March 5, 2025 | March 24, 2025 |
Summer 2025 term: Session 1 | April 30, 2025 | May 19, 2025 |
Summer 2025 term: Session 2 | June 18, 2025 | July 1, 2025 |
International student instructions
English proficiency test scores
Where to send application materials
Learn more about our accelerated online Master of Science in Nursing Administration and Leadership
Hands-on learning
Practicum offers a two-part exploration of nurse leadership roles within diverse healthcare systems. You’ll engage in activities and self-reflection to develop your advanced nursing professional identity and competence in personal, professional, and leadership practice.
National certification
Prepare for a leadership role as a nurse manager or supervisor, director of nursing, clinical manager, chief nursing officer, or clinical nurse manager. Upon graduation, you’ll be eligible to sit for national certification through the American Organization of Nurse Leaders (AONL).
Dedicated faculty
Our faculty are active in research and policy issues at the state and national level, are board members of state and national nursing associations, and frequently publish in leading nursing journals.
Graduate student support
Our Office of Graduate Studies connects you with opportunities for professional development, scholarships, and graduate assistantships. They also foster our graduate student community through Peer Mentorship and the Graduate Student Board.
Scholarship opportunities
Scholarships offer financial aid that doesn’t need to be repaid. We encourage students in graduate degree programs to apply for scholarship opportunities.
Accreditation
This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Connect with us
Our monthly Graduate Information Sessions are an excellent way to learn more about the benefits of our program, as well as our admissions and financial process.
Our graduate admissions counselors are here to answer your questions about the admissions process, our academic programs, and student support services.