MSN – Nurse Leadership & Management
Prepare for Executive-Level Roles in Healthcare. Learn Nurse Leadership and Management.
Ready to take your passion for healthcare to the highest levels? Regent’s Master of Science in Nursing — Nurse Leadership & Management program prepares nurses who have already obtained RN licensure and an accredited bachelor’s degree for executive-level roles in the healthcare field. You will develop strong strategic and organizational leadership skills that will help you improve policies that impact patient outcomes and staff relations. You’ll also expand your knowledge with advanced coursework in administrative theory and strategies, financial management, healthcare policy, and clinical practicum.
Careers | Courses | Admissions | Tuition
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
Work with preceptors as a nurse leader and manager while fulfilling required clinical hours.
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). Experience this difference through our online MSN – Nurse Leadership & Management program.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
The master’s degree program in nursing at Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
On completing the MSN – Nurse Leadership & Management, you can:
- Apply solutions to nursing problems based on strategic healthcare management applications and data-driven assessments.
- Gain health systems financial management skills to make informed decisions about budget operations that impact nursing staff.
- Seek career advancement in the area of nursing leadership.
Career Opportunities
- Chief Nurse Officer
- Nurse Executive
- Nursing Director
- Department Manager
- Healthcare Administrator
- Nurse Manager
- Nurse Recruiter/Consultant
- Patient Care Coordinator
2022-23 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.
What is nurse leadership and management?
Nurse leadership and management is a field for licensed nurses who wish to move into leadership positions. Through the MSN – Nurse Leadership & Management, you’ll learn management and organization theories that will be useful regardless of industry.
What can you do with an MSN in Nurse leadership and management?
With an MSN in nurse leadership, you can pursue executive positions like chief nurse officer, healthcare manager and more. Once you complete the MSN, you’ll understand financial systems, team management, and how to assess organizational efficacy.
