Best Online Nursing School Master's Programs for 2026

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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 Colorado--Colorado Springs - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO 80918
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  290
Per credit:  $820
Deadline:  03/15

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  • Public institution in Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Online MSN with about 290 students
  • Tuition around $820 per credit hour
  • March application deadline
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Montana State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

PO Box 173560
Bozeman, MT 59717
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $1,040
Deadline:  12/15

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  • Public institution in Bozeman, Montana
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $1,040 per credit hour
  • December application deadline
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Colorado Technical University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

4435 N. Chestnut Street
Colorado Springs, CO 80907
United States
Type:  ForProfit
Enrollment:  270
Per credit:  $370
Deadline:  Rolling

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  • For-profit institution in Colorado Springs, Colorado
  • Online MSN with about 270 students
  • Tuition around $370 per credit hour
  • Rolling 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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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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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 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 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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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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University of Arkansas - Online Master of Science in Nursing

606 N. Razorback Rd
Fayetteville, AR 72701
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  20
Per credit:  $570
Deadline:  02/15

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  • Public institution in Fayetteville, Arkansas
  • Online MSN with about 20 students
  • Tuition around $570 per credit hour
  • February application deadline
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Northeastern State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

600 N Grand Ave
Tahlequah, OK 74464
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  40
Per credit:  $250
Deadline:  08/01

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  • Public institution in Tahlequah, Oklahoma
  • Online MSN with about 40 students
  • Tuition around $250 per credit hour
  • August 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 Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1100 N Stonewall Ave
Oklahoma City, OK 73117
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  50
Per credit:  $950
Deadline:  01/15

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  • Public institution in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Online MSN with about 50 students
  • Tuition around $950 per credit hour
  • January 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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Colorado Mesa University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1100 North Ave
Grand Junction, CO 81501
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  30
Per credit:  $600
Deadline:  04/01

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  • Public institution in Grand Junction, Colorado
  • Online MSN with about 30 students
  • Tuition around $600 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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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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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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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

QUICK TAKEAWAYS

  • Public institution in Cleveland, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 90 students
  • Tuition around $570 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

QUICK TAKEAWAYS

  • Public institution in Columbus, Ohio
  • Online MSN with about 210 students
  • Tuition around $970 per credit hour
  • October application deadline
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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
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  130
Per credit:  $330
Deadline:  03/01

QUICK TAKEAWAYS

  • Public institution in Conway, Arkansas
  • Online MSN with about 130 students
  • Tuition around $330 per credit hour
  • March application deadline
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Weber State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3875 Stadium Way Dept 3903
Ogden, UT 84408
United States
Type:  Public
Enrollment:  50
Per credit:  $420
Deadline:  03/01

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  • Public institution in Ogden, Utah
  • Online MSN with about 50 students
  • Tuition around $420 per credit hour
  • March 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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