Best Online Nursing School Master's Programs for 2026

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) serves as an advanced postgraduate pathway for registered nurses seeking roles as nurse educators and managers. Accessible to both RNs and BSN graduates, the MSN facilitates career progression through specialization and the development of essential skills. Program durations typically range from 1-2 years, with some extending to 3 years, providing flexibility for part-time study. Within the program, nurses explore various advanced nursing specialties such as acute care, gerontology, and obstetrics. Specialized tracks within the MSN can include the Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and the Master of Science in Nursing Administration. Whether pursued through a traditional BSN route or an RN-to-MSN bridge program, the MSN serves as a gateway for RNs to advance their careers, positioning them as educators, clinical leaders, policy experts, or administrators.

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University of Texas at Arlington - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

411 S. Nedderman
Arlington, TX 76019
United States

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University of Texas at Arlington is a public institution located in Arlington, Texas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 5,670 students. The program costs roughly $650 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 5,670

Per Credit Hour Cost: $650

Application Deadline: Rolling

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Texas Wesleyan University - Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP)

1201 Wesleyan Street
Fort Worth, TX 76105
United States

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Built for working nurses ready to put in the work. Texas Wesleyan University’s online family nurse practitioner programs feature online coursework so you can complete assignments around your shifts. You’ll also attend in-person skills intensives and complete clinical hours at a site that we’ll help you secure.

Program Type: Private

Per Credit Hour Cost: $732

Application Deadline: 12/12/2025

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Purdue University Global - Online Nursing

2550 Northwestern Avenue
Suite 1100
West Lafayette, IN 47906
United States

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 230

Per Credit Hour Cost: $460

Application Deadline: Rolling

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Benedictine University - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

5700 College Road
Lisle, IL 60532
United States

Program Type: Private

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University of West Florida - Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner

11000 University Parkway Building 37
Pensacola, FL 32514
United States

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University of West Florida is a public institution located in Pensacola, Florida. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 280 students. The program costs roughly $1,040 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 280

Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,040

Application Deadline: Rolling

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King University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1350 King College Road
Bristol, TN 37620
United States

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King University is a private institution located in Bristol, Tennessee. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 30 students. The program costs roughly $610 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 30

Per Credit Hour Cost: $610

Application Deadline: Rolling

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Ohio University - MSN Nursing Leadership (MSN)

1 Ohio University
Athens, OH 45701
United States

Program Type: Public

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University of North Carolina Wilmington - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

601 South College Rd
Wilmington, NC 28403
United States

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University of North Carolina Wilmington is a public institution located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 260 students. The program costs roughly $910 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 260

Per Credit Hour Cost: $910

Application Deadline: Rolling

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Berkley School of Nursing at Georgetown University - Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN)

3700 O St NW
Washington, DC 20057
United States

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Nursing@Georgetown delivers Georgetown University's MS in Nursing program online, preparing RNs with a BSN to pursue certification in an APRN specialty. Students can earn their degree in as few as 23 months.

Program Type: Private

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St. John Fisher College’s Wegmans School of Nursing - Master of Science in Nursing

3690 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14618
United States

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Earn an M.S. in Nursing online at the Wegmans School of Nursing, ranked among the top 100 nursing schools nationwide. Bachelor’s in nursing and RN license- required. The online pathway from NY’s No. 6-ranked nursing school combines live classes, 600 hours of clinical rotations, and on-campus immersions to prepare you to pursue NP licensure in one of four specialties: PCFNP, PMHNP, AGACNP, or AGPCNP.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 121

Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,096

Application Deadline: Rolling

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William Paterson University - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

300 Pompton Rd
Wayne, NJ 07470
United States

Program Type: Public

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Sacred Heart University - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

5151 Park Avenue
Fairfield, CT 06825
United States

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Sacred Heart University is a private institution located in Fairfield, Connecticut. The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program has an enrollment of approximately 800 students. The program costs roughly $700 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for December.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 800

Per Credit Hour Cost: $700

Application Deadline: 12/15

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Simmons University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

300 The Fenway
Boston, MA 02115
United States

Simmons University is a private institution located in Boston, Massachusetts. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 1,880 students. The program costs roughly $1,410 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for November.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 1,880

Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,410

Application Deadline: 11/30

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Northeastern State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

600 N Grand Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464
United States

Northeastern State University is a public institution located in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 40 students. The program costs roughly $250 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for August.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 40

Per Credit Hour Cost: $250

Application Deadline: 08/01

University of Arkansas - Online Master of Science in Nursing

606 N. Razorback Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
United States

University of Arkansas is a public institution located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 20 students. The program costs roughly $570 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for February.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 20

Per Credit Hour Cost: $570

Application Deadline: 02/15

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1100 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
United States

University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is a public institution located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 50 students. The program costs roughly $950 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for January.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 50

Per Credit Hour Cost: $950

Application Deadline: 01/15

University of Central Arkansas - Online Master of Science in Nursing

201 S. Donaghey Ave - Doyne Health Sciences Center - School of Nursing
Conway, AR 72035
United States

University of Central Arkansas is a public institution located in Conway, Arkansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 130 students. The program costs roughly $330 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for March.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 130

Per Credit Hour Cost: $330

Application Deadline: 03/01

Baker University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1500 SW 10th Ave
Topeka, KS 66006
United States

Baker University is a private institution located in Topeka, Kansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 20 students. The program costs roughly $450 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 20

Per Credit Hour Cost: $450

Application Deadline: Rolling

University of Central Missouri - Online Master of Science in Nursing

Dockery 203
Warrensburg, MO 64093
United States

University of Central Missouri is a public institution located in Warrensburg, Missouri. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program costs roughly $370 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Public

Per Credit Hour Cost: $370

Application Deadline: Rolling

Tabor College - Online Master of Science in Nursing

400 South Jefferson
Hillsboro, KS 67063
United States

Tabor College is a private institution located in Hillsboro, Kansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 10 students. The program costs roughly $500 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 10

Per Credit Hour Cost: $500

Application Deadline: Rolling

University of Kansas - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3901 Rainbow Blvd
Kansas City, KS 66045
United States

University of Kansas is a public institution located in Kansas City, Kansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 80 students. The program costs roughly $420 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for April.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 80

Per Credit Hour Cost: $420

Application Deadline: 04/01

University of Missouri--Kansas City - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2464 Charlotte St HSB 2330
Kansas City, MO 64110
United States

University of Missouri--Kansas City is a public institution located in Kansas City, Missouri. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 420 students. The program costs roughly $600 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 420

Per Credit Hour Cost: $600

Application Deadline: Rolling

Texas Woman's University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

PO Box 425498
Denton, TX 76204
United States

Texas Woman's University is a public institution located in Denton, Texas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 230 students. The program costs roughly $770 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for July.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 230

Per Credit Hour Cost: $770

Application Deadline: 07/01

University of Texas--Tyler - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3900 University Blvd
Tyler, TX 75799
United States

University of Texas--Tyler is a public institution located in Tyler, Texas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 440 students. The program costs roughly $800 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for February.

Program Type: Public

Enrollment: 440

Per Credit Hour Cost: $800

Application Deadline: 02/01

University of Saint Mary - Online Master of Science in Nursing

4100 South 4th St
Leavenworth, KS 66002
United States

University of Saint Mary is a private institution located in Leavenworth, Kansas. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 50 students. The program costs roughly $620 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.

Program Type: Private

Enrollment: 50

Per Credit Hour Cost: $620

Application Deadline: Rolling

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