Best Online Nursing School Master's Programs for 2026

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Concordia University Wisconsin & Ann Arbor - Online Master of Science in Nursing

12800 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Mequon, WI 53074
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  330
Per credit:  $740
Deadline:  05/01

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  • Private institution in Mequon, Wisconsin
  • Online MSN with about 330 students
  • Tuition around $740 per credit hour
  • May application deadline
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Western Michigan University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1903 W Michigan Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $680
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in Kalamazoo, Michigan
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $680 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Indiana University - Indianapolis - Online Master of Science in Nursing

600 Barnhill Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  120
Per credit:  $1,550
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Online MSN with about 120 students
  • Tuition around $1,550 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Anderson University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

316 Boulevard
Anderson, IN 46012
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $670
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Anderson, South Carolina
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $670 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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University of Indianapolis - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1400 East Hanna Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46227
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  90
Per credit:  $490
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Online MSN with about 90 students
  • Tuition around $490 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Ball State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2000 University Ave
Muncie, IN 47306
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  300
Per credit:  $650
Deadline:  04/01

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  • Public institution in Muncie, Indiana
  • Online MSN with about 300 students
  • Tuition around $650 per credit hour
  • April application deadline
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University of Iowa - Online Master of Science in Nursing

50 Newton Rd
Iowa City, IA 52242
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  10
Per credit:  $970
Deadline:  02/01

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  • Public institution in Iowa City, Iowa
  • Online MSN with about 10 students
  • Tuition around $970 per credit hour
  • February application deadline
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Ferris State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

410 Oak Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  100
Per credit:  $630
Deadline:  10/15

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  • Public institution in Big Rapids, Michigan
  • Online MSN with about 100 students
  • Tuition around $630 per credit hour
  • October application deadline
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Michigan State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1355 Bogue St
East Lansing, MI 48824
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $830
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in East Lansing, Michigan
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $830 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Southern Illinois University-- Edwardsville - Online Master of Science in Nursing

Alumni Hall, Campus Box 1066
Edwardsville, IL 62026
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  150
Per credit:  $850
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in Edwardsville, Illinois
  • Online MSN with about 150 students
  • Tuition around $850 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Mckendree University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

701 College Road
Lebanon, IL 62221
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  60
Per credit:  $490
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Lebanon, Illinois
  • Online MSN with about 60 students
  • Tuition around $490 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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University of Toledo - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3000 Arlington Ave
Toledo, OH 43606
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $1,080
Deadline:  04/30

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  • Public institution in Toledo, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $1,080 per credit hour
  • April application deadline
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Maryville University of St. Louis - Online Master of Science in Nursing

650 Maryville University Drive
St. Louis, MO 63141
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  3,360
Per credit:  $800
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in St
  • Online MSN with about 4,360 students
  • Tuition around $800 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Wright State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3640 Colonel Glenn Highway
Dayton, OH 45435
United States
Type:  Public
Per credit:  $1,130
Deadline:  11/01

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  • Public institution in Dayton, Ohio
  • Online Master of Science in Nursing
  • Tuition around $1,130 per credit hour
  • November application deadline
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University of Southern Indiana - Online Master of Science in Nursing

8600 University Blvd
Evansville, IN 47712
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  380
Per credit:  $390
Deadline:  02/01

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  • Public institution in Evansville, Indiana
  • Online MSN with about 380 students
  • Tuition around $390 per credit hour
  • February application deadline
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University of Michigan--Flint - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2180 William S. White Building
Flint, MI 48502
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  180
Per credit:  $1,020
Deadline:  06/01

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  • Public institution in Flint, Michigan
  • Online MSN with about 180 students
  • Tuition around $1,020 per credit hour
  • June application deadline
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Madonna University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

36600 Shoolcraft Rd
Livonia, MI 48150
United States
Type:  Private
Per credit:  $950
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Livonia, Michigan
  • Online Master of Science in Nursing
  • Tuition around $950 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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University of Cincinnati - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3110 Vine St
Cincinnati, OH 45221
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  1,390
Per credit:  $660
Deadline:  04/01

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  • Public institution in Cincinnati, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 1,390 students
  • Tuition around $660 per credit hour
  • April application deadline
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Cedarville University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

251 N. Main Street
Cedarville, OH 45314
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  150
Per credit:  $620
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Cedarville, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 150 students
  • Tuition around $620 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Northern Kentucky University School of Nursing - Online Master of Science in Nursing

Nunn Drive
Highland Heights, KY 41099
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  1,080
Per credit:  $620
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in Highland Heights, Kentucky
  • Online MSN with about 1,080 students
  • Tuition around $620 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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University of Detroit Mercy - Online Master of Science in Nursing

4001 West McNichols Rd
Detroit, MI 48221
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $840
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Detroit, Michigan
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $840 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Ohio State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1585 Neil Ave
Columbus, OH 43210
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  210
Per credit:  $970
Deadline:  10/31

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  • Public institution in Columbus, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 210 students
  • Tuition around $970 per credit hour
  • October application deadline
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Graceland University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1401 West Truman Road
Independence, IA 50140
United States
Type:  Private
Enrollment:  800
Per credit:  $830
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Private institution in Independence, Missouri
  • Online MSN with about 800 students
  • Tuition around $830 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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Eastern Kentucky University - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Commonwealth 1711
Richmond, KY 40475
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  460
Per credit:  $660
Deadline:  11/30

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  • Public institution in Richmond, Kentucky
  • MSN with about 460 students
  • Tuition around $660 per credit hour
  • November application deadline
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Cleveland State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2121 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  90
Per credit:  $570
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • Public institution in Cleveland, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 90 students
  • Tuition around $570 per credit hour
  • Rolling application deadline
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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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