MSN – Master of Science in Nursing
Lead the Way in Nursing
Looking to advance in your career as a nurse leader or educator? Regent’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is designed for the adult learner with Registered Nurse licensure and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Develop the skills you need to bring about positive change to hospital systems and academic nursing programs. Specialize your MSN program through the Nurse Educator or Nurse Leadership & Management concentration—all presented from a Christian worldview. Learn more about our fast-track graduate pilot that helps you earn your MSN faster through dual-credit courses that satisfy both an RN to B.S. in Nursing degree and your master’s in nursing.
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SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS
Gain the professional proficiency necessary to teach with confidence and engage with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION
Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.
LEARN FROM THE BEST
Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Regent has been ranked among Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report for four years (2019, 2020, 2022 and 2023). We are also both military and transfer friendly. Experience the Regent difference through our online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program.
Accreditation is the mark of excellence
The baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in nursing at Regent University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.
On completing the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program, you can:
- Assess health systems and recommend evidence-based healthcare improvements.
- Apply ethical and responsible leadership behaviors to social, psychological, and health-related situations.
- Expand career opportunities with the potential to advance as a nursing scholar.
Career Opportunities:
- Nurse Educator
- Nurse Administrator
- Charge Nurse
- Patient Care/Case Manager
- Leader in Frontline Nursing
Read about the benefits of pursuing an advanced nursing degree.
The Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Educator program will develop the scholarly skills you need to help you secure highly sought roles in clinical and academic education, so you can begin developing effective ways to educate nurses in the area of health promotion.
Learn MoreThe Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Leadership & Management program helps you develop strong strategic and organizational leadership skills that improve policies and impact patient outcomes and staff relations, while also strengthening your career opportunities as a nursing leader.
Learn More2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 9 | Monday, August 19 |
| Session B | Friday, October 11 | Monday, October 21 |
| Session C | Wednesday, January 8 | Monday, January 13 |
| Session D | Friday, March 7 | Monday, March 17 |
| Session E | Friday, May 2 | Monday, May 12 |
| Session F | Friday, June 13 | Monday, June 23 |
Prerequisites
MSN program applicants must:
- Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
- Report no more than two previous documented failures in MSN courses.
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.
Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.
Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts
Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.
Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.
Step 3: Complete an Admissions Questionnaire
Please complete a brief admissions questionnaire based on your professional goals and interests. This should only take a few minutes to complete but please answer the questions completely and thoughtfully. This gives us a better opportunity to get to know you and align your objectives with our programs. Once completed, it will be sent directly to an admissions counselor who will be in touch with you right away to help complete the rest of your application.
Step 4: Submit Your Resume
All graduate nurse candidates are required to submit a resume demonstrating one year of full time clinical RN experience prior to entering the degree program. Please submit to regent.edu/items.
Step 5: Submit Your Nursing License
To be admitted to the MSN program, you must submit an active unencumbered/unrestricted Registered Nurse license from your state of practice to regent.edu/items.
Step 6: Submit a Government-Issued ID
To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.
Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNP | $580 | 3 | $1,740 |
| MSN | $580 | 6 | $3,480 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNP | $580 | 6 | $3,480 |
| MSN | $580 | 9 | $5,220 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNP | $580 | 3 | $1,740 |
| MSN | $580 | 6 | $3,480 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| DNP | $580 | 6 | $3,480 |
| MSN | $580 | 9 | $5,220 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $850 (Fall & Spring) $700 (Summer) |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $700 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
An MSN or Master of Science in Nursing is an advanced nursing degree designed for nurses seeking career growth. At Regent University, this is a 36-credit program that is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Applicants to Regent’s MSN program must hold a bachelor’s degree and a current, unencumbered nursing license.
“Nurses with advanced preparation typically enjoy more opportunities to impact the overall design and implementation of care. As education increases, salaries follow suit. Nurses with master’s degrees can command six-figure salaries and often rise to the top of healthcare’s leadership ranks,” says the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.1
Michelle Schindler, a navy veteran, nurse and graduate of Regent’s MSN program, felt she had “maxed out a lot of things (she) could do professionally”2 as a clinical nurse. She called getting her master’s in nursing with a focus on leadership “a big, smart move.”2 “This degree will open up new opportunities and positions me to influence policies and patient care,” said Schindler.2
Yes! Regent’s MSN degree program is fully online. So, you can pursue a master’s in nursing while juggling your day-to-day activities.
Regent’s MSN will prepare you in one of two specific nursing foci: education or administration. You can specialize your master’s in nursing program by picking one of three concentrations—nurse educator, nurse leadership & management or the multidisciplinary APRN. While the nurse educator concentration prepares you to develop effective ways to educate nurses, the nurse leadership & management concentration focuses on organizational leadership skills.
According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing: “With new practice opportunities emerging, and the demand for highly specialized nursing skills rising, the time is right for you to begin your graduate-level nursing education. The earlier in your career you complete your formal education, the longer your professional life and the higher your lifetime earnings will be.”1
Regent offers a 36-credit hour online MSN program. Pursued part-time at 6-credit hours a semester—including fall, spring and summer semesters—it should take you two years to earn your Master of Science in Nursing degree.
References
- Master’s Education. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. https://www.aacnnursing.org/Nursing-Education-Programs/Masters-Education
- Reed, D. (2020). From veteran sailor to nursing leader. Regent University. https://webdev.regent.edu/regent-stories/from-veteran-sailor-to-nursing-leader/