Master of Science in Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing
Meet Our Program: Comprehensive, Flexible, Customizable
Are you ready to take your nursing career to the next level? The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program from Queens University’s Presbyterian School of Nursing will set you up for your next step. Our program is online and fully asynchronous, and it’s accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education to ensure the highest quality and integrity in our educational offerings. It is designed to prepare you to advance in the healthcare industry and to empower you to become a leader in your organization. Our program offers:
Flexibility. We designed our program to accommodate the busy schedules of our students. In our program, you will be able to further your education without disrupting your professional and personal life. Courses are entirely online and asynchronous, meaning you can complete your coursework on your own time, at your own pace. Plus, choose your own practicum to receive your clinical hours. This means you don’t have to be physically located in Charlotte and can accomplish these hours at your own workplace.
A customizable experience. In our program, you will have the opportunity to customize your course of study, which will position you for higher-paying positions after graduation. Our areas of specialization prepare you to take on roles as a clinical nurse leader, nurse administrator, and roles in the growing field of nursing informatics.
A comprehensive education. You will gain an in-depth understanding of nursing theory, and hone your research and data analysis techniques as you discover health policy’s impact on your organization and professional practice.
Accessibility. There is no GRE requirement for our program, so you can dive right into advancing your knowledge and your career. Plus, our program offers an RN to MSN pathway, which allows you to fast-track your journey to more advanced nursing roles.
No matter where you want your nursing career to go, the Queens University MSN program can help you get there.
Program Highlights
- Number of credits: 36 credit hours
- Number of courses needed to graduate: 12
- Average completion time: 24 months
- Cost per credit: $700
- Flexible program: Asynchronous online
- Course length: 8 weeks
- No GRE requirement
- Optional Add-on Certificates
- RN to MSN pathway available
Your Degree in Action
Your MSN degree will fast-track your nursing career and open you up to a variety of new and exciting professional opportunities, including:
- Clinical Nurse Leader
- Nurse Administrator or Nurse Manager
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Informatics Specialist
- Nurse Researcher
Selected Courses
Teaching, Learning, and Evaluation (NUR 615): This course examines the process of curriculum development in academic and practice settings. You’ll explore theoretical and evidence-based foundations of teaching, learning, and assessment for multiple learning styles.
Integrative Clinical Concepts (NUR 655): This course integrates advanced concepts of pathophysiology, pharmacology, and health assessment within the contexts of individuals, families, and populations through the use of clinical examples.
Leadership Principles and Practices (NUR 661): You’ll examine advanced concepts of administrative roles and functions in organizations.
Clinical Information Systems (NUR 665): This course examines systems design life cycle, workflow support/analysis, data collection and applying technology to education, clinical simulation, workflow, and professional development.
Program Contacts
Leah Morgan
Assistant Professor, Presbyterian School of Nursing
morganl4@queens.edu
Alexa LaRocca
Graduate Recruiter, Blair College of Health
graduateadmissions@queens.edu
Meet Your Professors
Each member of our faculty has an impressive range of experience and qualifications in the areas in which they teach. Many of our faculty members still work in healthcare facilities in the Charlotte area.