Master of Science in Nursing
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program Overview
Prepare to lead in advanced nursing practice through the Spalding University Master of Science in Nursing degree program. As a student in the Spalding University School of Nursing, you will join a rich history of promoting human dignity, freedom and flourishing in healthcare. Meet the needs of the times with an MSN from Spalding University.
- Programs designed for the working nurse
- #2 best college for nursing in Kentucky (Niche, 2025)
- Four tracks:
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), hybrid format
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), hybrid format
- Nurse Educator, fully online
- Nursing & Healthcare Leadership, fully online
MSN Program Tracks
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP): bachelor’s to MSN, 45 credit hours
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP): bachelor’s to MSN, 44 credit hours
- Nurse Educator
- BSN to MSN (36 credit hour hours)
- RN to MSN (60 credit hours)
- RN to MSN Bridge (43 credit hours)
- BSN to MSN (36 credit hour hours)
- RN to MSN (60 credit hours)
- RN to MSN Bridge (43 credit hours)
- Nursing & Healthcare Leadership
- BSN to MSN (36 credit hours)
- RN to MSN (60 credit hours)
- RN to MSN Bridge (43 credit hours)
MSN Courses
Spalding’s Master of Science in Nursing Degree program offers specialty tracks in Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Nursing and Healthcare Leadership and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. All students take courses such as Advanced Health Assessment and Evidence Based Practice.
Admission Requirements
What will your nursing journey be? ADN to MSN? RN to BSN? to MSN? Maybe you have a bachelor’s degree in another field, or you’re eager to earn your BSN and MSN in one program. Discover how Spalding’s flexible MSN program can accelerate your career on your terms.
Tuition
Learn about tuition and fees for our Master of Science in Nursing program, as well as your financial aid options.
Accreditation
The baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral degrees in nursing at Spalding University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
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DISCOVER YOUR GROWTH POTENTIAL
Prepare to lead with passion and purpose as you meet the needs of the times. MSN-prepared nurses regularly report higher job satisfaction as they experience increased autonomy, enhanced leadership roles and elevated opportunities to drive positive changes in patient outcomes.
Dynamic Preparation
Spalding MSN program alumni are providing excellent healthcare while nurturing teams and patients in a range of roles, including:
- Chief nursing officer (CNO)
- Clinical services director
- Family nurse practitioner (FNP)
- Healthcare consultant
- Nurse educator
- Nurse manager
- Patient education coordinator
- Psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP)
Spalding University’s MSN program has been instrumental in my journey. Its flexibility has allowed me to continue working full-time while applying new leadership skills in my role as a clinical nurse educator.
Melinda Patterson, RN, Educator
