Program Details
The MSN in Public Health Nursing prepares nurses to become advocates for resources and policies to improve the health of all populations. Students gain a foundation in public health knowledge along with advanced nursing education.
Nurses learn how to utilize multiple technologies to organize health data related to patient, family, and community healthcare. Coursework examines ways to create culturally sensitive health promotion activities to benefit community health and wellness. A capstone project allows students to apply their knowledge and skills to a real-world public health issue.
Graduates of this online MSN program can pursue positions such as:
- Public health information officer
- Health and wellness director
- Public health educator
- Research science officer
- Public health advisor
- Health program coordinator
% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Drexel University is accredited by:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
Bachelor DegreeRecommended GPA
3.0 or above (4.0 scale)Application Requirements
Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent
Additional Info
- Applicants should have a BSN from an accredited program. Applicants with a non-nursing bachelor's degree can apply to a bridge program.
- Applicants with a GPA lower than 3.0 can apply with relevant professional experience and professional letters of recommendation.
- A current, unrestricted US RN license is required.