Master of Science in Nursing / Nurse Leader
Ohio University

Program Details

Ohio University’s Master of Science Nursing-Nurse Leader (MSN-NL) is an online, 31-credit, part-time program that’s delivered primarily in an asynchronous format. This innovative program prepares nurses to lead within a variety of healthcare settings and organizations. Students will learn best practices in nursing leadership, policy, informatics, administration and quality improvement.

This program focuses on change management and organizational leaders by empowering students to be an expert on the floor. Graduates of the Nursing Leadership certificate program are prepared to work in management positions at several levels within acute care or community-based healthcare agencies. Graduates may practice in a variety of settings including, but not limited to, the following: Nurse-Managed Clinics, Managed Care Firms, Community-Based Clinics, Ambulatory Care Centers, Hospitals, Data Management Firms, Practice Management Organizations, Corporate Organizations

If you’re interested in the healthcare field and want to stay as a bedside nurse without becoming an APRN, this program is right for you. Apply today and become a leader in this highly competitive industry.

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100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

Ohio University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Interview, Occupational License, Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Resume/CV, Statement of Purpose/Intent

Additional Info

  • Applicants must have at least 2 years of full-time working experience as an RN within the past 5 years.

Restricted States

Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, New York, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, Wyoming