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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Arizona State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1365 N Scottsdale Rd
Scottsdale, AZ 85257
United States

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Advance your career as a nurse by earning your MS in nursing offered online at ASU and learn evidence-based practices from our notable faculty. As an online student, you'll gain advanced education and skills in the translation of concepts, practices and principles of leadership. In addition, ASU offers an MSN with a concentration in nursing education for those interested in taking on roles such as such as administrator, educator or supervisor. The MSN - nursing education program will provide you with the skills to educate the next generation of nurses & nursing leaders in an academic or practice setting. With this concentration, you'll be eligible to take the National League for Nursing's Certified Nurse Educator certification examination.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 80
Per Credit Hour Cost: $687
Application Deadline: Rolling

Boise State University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1910 University Dr
Boise, ID 83725
United States
Boise State University is a public institution located in Boise, Idaho. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 50 students. The program costs roughly $890 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for September.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 50
Per Credit Hour Cost: $890
Application Deadline: 09/01

Northwest Nazarene University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

623 S. University Bl. Nampa
Nampa, ID 83686
United States
Northwest Nazarene University is a private institution located in Nampa, Idaho. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 70 students. The program costs roughly $770 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for May.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 70
Per Credit Hour Cost: $770
Application Deadline: 05/15

Gonzaga University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

502 E. Boone Ave.
Spokane, WA 99258
United States
Gonzaga University is a private institution located in Spokane, Washington. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 1,020 students. The program costs roughly $1,020 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for April.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 1,020
Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,020
Application Deadline: 04/01

University of Nevada--Las Vegas - Online Master of Science in Nursing

4505 S Marylan Parkway Box 453018
Las Vegas, NV 89154
United States
University of Nevada--Las Vegas is a public institution located in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 110 students. The program costs roughly $430 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for February.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 110
Per Credit Hour Cost: $430
Application Deadline: 02/01

University of Nevada--Reno - Online Master of Science in Nursing

University of Nevada Reno Mail Stop 134
Reno, NV 89557
United States
University of Nevada--Reno is a public institution located in Reno, Nevada. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 60 students. The program costs roughly $930 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 60
Per Credit Hour Cost: $930
Application Deadline: Rolling

Western University of Health Sciences - Online Master of Science in Nursing

309 E. Second St
Pomona, CA 91766
United States
Western University of Health Sciences is a private institution located in Pomona, California. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 110 students. The program costs roughly $920 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for March.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 110
Per Credit Hour Cost: $920
Application Deadline: 03/01

National University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

16875 W Bernardo Dr
San Diego, CA 92008
United States
National University is a private institution located in San Diego, California. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 20 students. The program costs roughly $430 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 20
Per Credit Hour Cost: $430
Application Deadline: Rolling

Oregon Health and Science University - Online Master of Science in Nursing

3455 SW US Veterans Hospital Rd
Portland, OR 97239
United States
Oregon Health and Science University is a public institution located in Portland, Oregon. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 30 students. The program costs roughly $810 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for April.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 30
Per Credit Hour Cost: $810
Application Deadline: 04/30

University of Southern California - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work Department of Nursing

3601 Flower St
Los Angeles, CA 90089
United States
University of Southern California is a private institution located in Los Angeles, California. The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program from the USC Suzanne Dworak-Peck School of Social Work Department of Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 100 students. The program costs roughly $1,440 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for October.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 100
Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,440
Application Deadline: 10/23

California State University--Dominguez Hill - Online Master of Science in Nursing

1000 E. Victoria St.
Carson, CA 90747
United States
California State University--Dominguez Hill is a public institution located in Carson, California. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 270 students. The program costs roughly $740 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for July.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 270
Per Credit Hour Cost: $740
Application Deadline: 07/01

California State University--Chico - Online Master of Science in Nursing

Trinity Hall 121
Chico, CA 95929
United States
California State University--Chico is a public institution located in Chico, California. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 20 students. The program costs roughly $920 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for May.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 20
Per Credit Hour Cost: $920
Application Deadline: 05/01

University of San Francisco - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2130 Fulton Street
San Francisco, CA 94117
United States
University of San Francisco is a private institution located in San Francisco, California. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 70 students. The program costs roughly $1,430 per credit hour. The application deadline is set for May.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 70
Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,430
Application Deadline: 05/15

University of Hawaii--Manoa - Online Master of Science in Nursing

2528 McCarthy Mall
Honolulu, HI 96822
United States
University of Hawaii--Manoa is a public institution located in Honolulu, Hawaii. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 40 students. The program costs roughly $1,900 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.
Program Type: Public
Enrollment: 40
Per Credit Hour Cost: $1,900
Application Deadline: Rolling

Colorado State University--Pueblo - Nurse Educator, Online Master of Science

2200 Bonforte Blvd
Pueblo, DEN CO,81001
United States
Colorado State University--Pueblo is a public institution located in Pueblo, Colorado. The Nurse Educator, Online Master of Science program costs roughly $540 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.
Program Type: Public
Per Credit Hour Cost: $540
Application Deadline: Rolling

Robert Morris University School of Nursing, Education and Human Studies - Online Master of Science in Nursing

6001 University Boulevard
Moon Township, CHI IL,60018
United States
Robert Morris University School of Nursing, Education and Human Studies is a private institution located in Moon Township, Pennsylvania. The Online Master of Science in Nursing program has an enrollment of approximately 90 students. The program costs roughly $660 per credit hour. The application deadline is rolling.
Program Type: Private
Enrollment: 90
Per Credit Hour Cost: $660
Application Deadline: Rolling

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