MSN – Master of Science in Nursing
Lead the Way in Nursing
Looking to advance in your career as a nurse leader or educator? Regent’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is designed for the adult learner with Registered Nurse licensure and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Develop the skills you need to bring about positive change to hospital systems and academic nursing programs. Specialize your MSN program through the Nurse Educator or Nurse Leadership & Management concentration—all presented from a Christian worldview. Learn more about our $5,000 Healthcare Hero Scholarship™ and fast-track graduate pilot that helps you earn your MSN faster through dual-credit courses that satisfy both an RN to B.S. in Nursing degree and your master’s in nursing.
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RECEIVE A $5000 HEALTHCARE HERO SCHOLARSHIP™
To support our dedicated healthcare heroes serving amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Regent’s School of Nursing is offering a $5,000 Healthcare Hero Scholarship™ to all licensed, registered nurses. Nurses who enroll in the RN to Bachelor of Science in Nursing or MSN degree programs by June 9, 2023, will receive this scholarship. Learn more.
SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Gain the professional proficiency necessary to teach with confidence and engage with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). We are also both military and transfer friendly. Experience the Regent difference through our online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program.
Accreditation is the mark of excellence
The baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in nursing at Regent University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program, you can:
- Assess health systems and recommend evidence-based healthcare improvements.
- Apply ethical and responsible leadership behaviors to social, psychological, and health-related situations.
- Expand career opportunities with the potential to advance as a nursing scholar.
Career Opportunities:
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Administrator
- Charge Nurse
- Patient Care/Case Manager
- Leader in Frontline Nursing
Read about the benefits of pursuing an advanced nursing degree.
The Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Educator program will develop the scholarly skills you need to help you secure highly sought roles in clinical and academic education, so you can begin developing effective ways to educate nurses in the area of health promotion.
Learn MoreThe Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Leadership & Management program helps you develop strong strategic and organizational leadership skills that improve policies and impact patient outcomes and staff relations, while also strengthening your career opportunities as a nursing leader.
Learn More2022-23 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 12 | Monday, August 22 |
| Session M | Friday, September 9 | Monday, September 19 |
| Session B | Friday, October 14 | Monday, October 24 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 4 | Monday, January 9 |
| Session T | Friday, January 27 | Monday, February 6 |
| Session D | Friday, March 3 | Monday, March 13 |
| Session E | Friday, April 28 | Monday, May 8 |
| Session F | Friday, June 9 | Monday, June 19 |
Application Process – Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Step 1: Application
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit your Unofficial College Transcripts*
We are able to examine and view your unofficial transcript from a U.S.-based school, which indicates successful completion of a bachelor’s degree program, in order to review you for an admissions decision. Please submit your unofficial transcript to our Admissions Office by email to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: MSN Master’s Application Pieces.
Non-U.S. transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company. For further details, please review the International Admissions Checklist on the International Students Admissions page.
International Applicants: Please visit the International Students Admissions page for a more detailed explanation of the Regent University application information and to determine whether or not you qualify as an international student.
*Upon conditional acceptance to the program by review of unofficial transcripts, Regent University’s Admissions Office will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution, which indicate successful completion of a nursing or non-nursing bachelor’s degree program. We will notify you if your previous institution will not release transcripts directly to us.
The MSN requires a candidate to have a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution and a 3.0GPA in previously completed nursing courses.
Report no more than two previous documented failures in MSN courses.
Step 3: Submit Your Nursing License
In order to be admitted to the MSN program, you must submit an active unencumbered/unrestricted Registered Nurse license from your state of practice.
Step 4: Submit a Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please email a scanned copy or photograph of it to apply@regent.edu with the subject line: Government ID.
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN | $580 | 6 | $3,480 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN | $580 | 9 | $5,220 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN | $565 | 6 | $3,390 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN | $565 | 9 | $5,085 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 (Fall & Spring) $650 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
An MSN or Master of Science in Nursing is an advanced nursing degree designed for nurses seeking career growth. At Regent University, this is a 36-credit program that is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Applicants to Regent’s MSN program must hold a bachelor’s degree and a current, unencumbered nursing license.
“Nurses with advanced preparation typically enjoy more opportunities to impact the overall design and implementation of care. As education increases, salaries follow suit. Nurses with master’s degrees can command six-figure salaries and often rise to the top of healthcare’s leadership ranks,” says the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.1
Michelle Schindler, a navy veteran, nurse and graduate of Regent’s MSN program, felt she had “maxed out a lot of things (she) could do professionally”2 as a clinical nurse. She called getting her master’s in nursing with a focus on leadership “a big, smart move.”2 “This degree will open up new opportunities and positions me to influence policies and patient care,” said Schindler.2
Yes! Regent’s MSN degree program is fully online. So, you can pursue a master’s in nursing while juggling your day-to-day activities.
Regent’s MSN will prepare you in one of two specific nursing foci: education or administration. You can specialize your master’s in nursing program by picking one of three concentrations—nurse educator, nurse leadership & management or the multidisciplinary APRN. While the nurse educator concentration prepares you to develop effective ways to educate nurses, the nurse leadership & management concentration focuses on organizational leadership skills.
According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing: “With new practice opportunities emerging, and the demand for highly specialized nursing skills rising, the time is right for you to begin your graduate-level nursing education. The earlier in your career you complete your formal education, the longer your professional life and the higher your lifetime earnings will be.”1
Regent offers a 36-credit hour online MSN program. Pursued part-time at 6-credit hours a semester—including fall, spring and summer semesters—it should take you two years to earn your Master of Science in Nursing degree.
References
- Master’s Education. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. https://www.aacnnursing.org/Nursing-Education-Programs/Masters-Education
- Reed, D. (2020). From veteran sailor to nursing leader. Regent University. https://www.regent.edu/regent-stories/from-veteran-sailor-to-nursing-leader/
