Earn Your Master of Science in Nursing Online
Elevate your nursing career with a Master of Science in Nursing online
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Ohio State offers a flexible, online pathway for advancing your nursing career. Designed for working professionals, this program provides a comprehensive education with specializations in areas like clinical leadership and nursing education. Students benefit from Ohio State’s distinguished faculty, cutting-edge resources, and a robust online learning platform that supports a balanced approach to education and career development. With a focus on both theoretical knowledge and practical application, the MSN program prepares graduates for leadership roles and impactful contributions in the nursing field.
Explore All 5 Tracks
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Ohio State’s online AGPCNP specialization equips advanced practice nurses with the expertise to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care to adults and older adults across various healthcare settings.
Acute Pediatric Care Nurse Practitioner
The online APCNP specialization at Ohio State trains nurses to provide advanced, critical care to infants, children, and adolescents with complex and acute health conditions, focusing on delivering high-quality, specialized care in diverse clinical settings.
Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
Ohio State’s online NNP specialization equips nurses with the skills to deliver advanced care to critically ill or premature newborns, focusing on both the acute management and long-term health needs of neonates in various healthcare environments.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The online Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specialization at Ohio State prepares nurses to provide advanced, holistic mental health care across diverse settings, addressing the complex needs of individuals with psychiatric conditions.
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“The future of the health care system depends on our ability to provide evidence-based, efficient and cost-effective primary care. This program has given me hands-on experience in the skills lab and with real life patients that have been immeasurably helpful to my learning.”
Annabelle Cook Current Student
What are the benefits of an MSN degree?
The online MSN degree can help you advance by providing specialized knowledge and skills, enabling you to pursue leadership roles, enhance clinical expertise, and broaden your career opportunities.
FAQ
Yes, Ohio State’s MSN program features 100% online coursework, eliminating the need to visit campus for classes.
The online Master of Science in Nursing at The Ohio State University equips students with a bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) for various nurse practitioner roles across diverse clinical settings, providing specialized knowledge and skills through coursework, clinical experience, and evidence-based practice, with three tracks leading to specialty certification.
Students must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an ACEN/CCNE/CNEA-accredited institution to be eligible to apply. Applicants must also have an active RN license and a minimum of a 3.0 cumulative GPA on a 4.0 scale in the last degree earned relevant to the program of study..
Five semesters (2 years) of full-time study or eight semesters (3 years) of part-time study.
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