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School of Nursing

Master of Science Degree

The Master of Science program prepares professional nurses for advanced practice as either a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) or a Nurse Practitioner (NP) and serves as a base for doctoral study.

The 43-credit CNS program offers concentrations in: pediatrics, gerontology and oncology with preparation as managers or teachers of nursing. The 44-credit NP program is designed with two areas of specialization: adult health or pediatric health.

Post Masters Certification Program:
Professional nurses with an MSN who seek to attain their national certification as a nurse practitioner may do so through this 25-credit program in adult or pediatric health.