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Program quick facts
Course Delivery
100% Online
Total Credits
37
Campuses Hosting
- East
- Kokomo
- Northwest
- South Bend
- Southeast
Degree Type
Master of Science in Nursing
Degree overview
There is always a need for top-level nurses across the country. This program gives you the knowledge and hands-on experience to make a difference while significantly increasing your leadership skills. You'll build your background with core courses before moving into track-specific courses that put you directly in the field.
Most classes are 100% online with the exception of in-person labs and field work. When you graduate, you’ll be able provide a broad range of health care services in a variety of careers and settings, setting you up for success right away.
You’ll graduate with an M.S.N. from Indiana University—a top-ranked online nursing program.
- Access coursework anywhere
- Enjoy top-ranked personalized student services
- Learn from full-time Indiana University faculty
And the benefits start long before graduation. More than half of IU Online students advance in their careers before they complete their degree.
Admission to the master’s program requires approval by the faculty and is based on the applicant’s qualifications as evidenced by grade point average, essay, official transcripts, and references.
Acceptance into the program is competitive. Students select a major area of study at the time they apply for admission to the M.S.N. program. Please contact the graduate program director for more information.
Admission deadlines:
IU East
- Fall - August 1
- Summer - May 1
- Spring - Jan 1
IU Northwest
- Fall - Rolling
- Summer - Rolling
- Spring - Rolling
IU Southeast
- Fall - Rolling
- Summer - Rolling
- Spring - Rolling
IU South Bend
- Fall - Aug 29
- Spring - Jan 10
- Summer - May 16
Some career opportunities include:
- Nurse Manager or Nurse Leader
- Director of Nursing (DON)
- Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
- Nursing Administrator
- Clinical Operations Manager
- Healthcare Administrator
- Patient Care Services Director
- Quality Improvement Manager
To qualify* for the M.S.N. in Nursing Administration, you must have the following:
- CV/Resume
- References
- One year of clinical experience
- Criminal background check and drug screen
- B.S.N. GPA of 3.0* or higher on a 4.0 scale from an NLN CNEA, ACEN, or CCNE accredited program.
- Copy of current RN license. Current unencumbered license or multistate license as a Registered Nurse in the states where practicum experiences will be completed.
- Statistics grade (by transcript or current completion at IU campus): Applicants need to have a grade of C or higher in a three credit, undergraduate college credit statistics course (or successfully complete prior to Research, R500).
- Personal statement (goal statement): An essay that addresses the following:
- Identify your academic goals, career objectives, why you are applying to this program and the qualifications you have that make you a strong candidate for admission. (200-word count limit)
- Describe significant professional and life experiences that have prepared you for a master’s education. Please discuss these experiences in detail. (400-word count limit)
*Note: An applicant who does not meet one or more of the above criteria may be admitted with conditions or on probation.
Courses will vary slightly depending on your home campus. Some core classes include:
- NURS-R 505 Measurement and Data Analysis
- NURS-N 502 Nursing Theory for Advanced Nursing Practice
- NURS-R 500 Nursing Research Methods
- NURS-Y 510 Advanced Practice Concepts I
- NURS-Y 520 Advanced Practice Concepts II
- NURS-I 630 Introduction to Nursing Informatics
Program cost information
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Program cost can vary by campus, resident status, and type of program. Use the resources below to get accurate cost estimates for your specific situation.
Contact Student Financial Services at iuosfs@iu.edu for cost information.
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