Master of Science in Nursing / Nursing Education
The University of Texas at Tyler

Program Details

Nurse educators combine advanced clinical skills with a passion for teaching others. The online MSN in Nursing Education from UT Tyler helps nurses create a rewarding career while helping combat the nationwide shortage of nurse educators. 

Online courses and in-person practicum hours prepare students to sit for national certification. Graduates can find employment in a wide range of environments, including universities, community colleges, government agencies, and clinical facilities.

Courses examine a variety of of topics, such as:

  • Nursing education curriculum development
  • Evaluation in nursing education
  • Nurse educator role strategies and practicum

% Online

100% Online

Program Accreditation & Licensing

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

School Accreditation & Licensing

The University of Texas at Tyler is accredited by:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

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

Additional Info

  • Applicants with GPA lower than 3.0 may be granted conditional admission based on satisfactory GRE scores.
  • Applicants must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from a nationally accredited college, including an undergraduate statistics course with grade C or better.
  • Submit proof of licensure in the state where clinical practicum will occur and proof of current BCLS CPR certification before beginning clinical courses.