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An online MSN degree program is offered by Regent University, Virginia Beach, VA 23464.

MSN – Master of Science in Nursing

Lead the Way in Nursing

Looking to advance in your career as a nurse leader or educator? Regent’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree is designed for the adult learner with Registered Nurse licensure and a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. Develop the skills you need to bring about positive change to hospital systems and academic nursing programs. Specialize your MSN program through the Nurse Educator or Nurse Leadership & Management concentration—all presented from a Christian worldview.

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SHARPEN YOUR SKILLS

Gain the professional proficiency necessary to teach with confidence and engage with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

BUILD ON A STRONG FOUNDATION

Anchor your knowledge and skill on Christian principles and values.

LEARN FROM THE BEST

Be mentored by faculty in Virginia Beach who hold the highest degrees in their field. Regent has been ranked among the Top National Universities by the U.S. News & World Report (2024). We are also both military and transfer friendly. Experience the Regent difference through our online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program.

Accreditation is the mark of excellence

The baccalaureate and master’s degree programs in nursing at Regent University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

Please complete the Request Information form on this page to learn more about this program.

The master’s degree program in nursing at Regent University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.

On completing the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program, you can:

  • Assess health systems and recommend evidence-based healthcare improvements.
  • Apply ethical and responsible leadership behaviors to social, psychological, and health-related situations.
  • Expand career opportunities with the potential to advance as a nursing scholar.

Career Opportunities:

  • Nurse Educator
  • Nurse Administrator
  • Charge Nurse
  • Patient Care/Case Manager
  • Leader in Frontline Nursing

Read about the benefits of pursuing an advanced nursing degree.

$84Thousand
Approximate Mean Annual Wage for Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020

The Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Educator program will develop the scholarly skills you need to help you secure highly sought roles in clinical and academic education, so you can begin developing effective ways to educate nurses in the area of health promotion.

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The Master of Nursing (MSN) – Nurse Leadership & Management program helps you develop strong strategic and organizational leadership skills that improve policies and impact patient outcomes and staff relations, while also strengthening your career opportunities as a nursing leader.

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Featured Courses
NURS 508Theoretical & Ethical Foundations3
Nursing and other relevant theories that apply to advanced nursing practice. Applies biblical worldview to ethical decision-making.
NURS 520Nursing Informatics3
Advanced practice nurse’s role in the use and management of information in the healthcare industry. Major topics related to nursing informatics and technology.
NURS 605Global Nursing Leadership & Healthcare Delivery Systems3
Nursing and healthcare delivery systems including organization and financing, and the economic, legal and political factors that influence health care. The professional role of an MSN nurse in relation to healthcare delivery systems in the delivery of safe high quality care to patients will be explored.
NURS 633Research Methods & Biostatistics I3
Expands the research knowledge gained at the baccalaureate level. Application of nursing research to nursing practice along with the role of biostatistics in nursing research. A quality improvement/research project will validate the student’s skills in data collection and analysis methods, interpretation, and reporting of statistical results. Students are expected to consider the process(es) of change management related to their project.
NURS 634Research Methods & Biostatistics II3
Continued application of nursing research and biostatistics in nursing practice; research project will validate the student’s skills in data collection and analysis methods, interpretation, and reporting of statistical results. Includes focus on professional role development as students translate biostatistics into practical applications to advocate and improve population health. Prerequisite: NURS 633.

2024-25 Semester Check-In Deadlines

All students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.

SessionSemester Check-InSession Start Date
Session AFriday, August 9Monday, August 19
Session BFriday, October 11Monday, October 21
Session CWednesday, January 8Monday, January 13
Session DFriday, March 7Monday, March 17
Session EFriday, May 2Monday, May 12
Session FFriday, June 13Monday, June 23

Prerequisites

MSN program applicants must:

  • Have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
  • Report no more than two previous documented failures in MSN courses.

Admissions Requirements

Step 1: Apply to Regent University

Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Step 2: Submit Your Unofficial Transcripts

Submit your unofficial transcripts to regent.edu/items.

Upon submitting your application, you will receive an email requesting authorization for Regent University to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution. International transcripts must be evaluated by a NACES, AACRAO or NAFSA approved agency.

Step 3: Complete an Admissions Questionnaire

Please complete a brief admissions questionnaire based on your professional goals and interests. This should only take a few minutes to complete but please answer the questions completely and thoughtfully. This gives us a better opportunity to get to know you and align your objectives with our programs. Once completed, it will be sent directly to an admissions counselor who will be in touch with you right away to help complete the rest of your application.

Step 4: Submit Your Resume

All graduate nurse candidates are required to submit a resume demonstrating one year of full time clinical RN experience prior to entering the degree program. Please submit to regent.edu/items.

Step 5: Submit Your Nursing License

To be admitted to the MSN program, you must submit an active unencumbered/unrestricted Registered Nurse license from your state of practice to regent.edu/items.

Step 6: Submit a Government-Issued ID

To ensure academic integrity, Regent University requires a copy of a government-issued ID. Please submit a scanned copy or photograph of it to regent.edu/items.


Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu should you have any further questions about the application process.

Note: All items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.

PART-TIME STUDENTS

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
DNP$5803$1,740
MSN$5806$3,480

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
DNP$5806$3,480
MSN$5809$5,220

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$700

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

Part-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
DNP$5803$1,740
MSN$5806$3,480

Full-Time Students

DegreeTuition Cost Per Credit HourAverage Credit Hours Per SemesterAverage Tuition Per Semester
DNP$5806$3,480
MSN$5809$5,220

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)$850 (Fall & Spring)
$700 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)$700

Military Admissions & Aid » | Cost of Attendance »

*Rates are subject to change at any time.

What is an MSN?

An MSN or Master of Science in Nursing is an advanced nursing degree designed for nurses seeking career growth. At Regent University, this is a 36-credit program that is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Applicants to Regent’s MSN program must hold a bachelor’s degree and a current, unencumbered nursing license.

What are the advantages of an MSN degree?

“Nurses with advanced preparation typically enjoy more opportunities to impact the overall design and implementation of care. As education increases, salaries follow suit. Nurses with master’s degrees can command six-figure salaries and often rise to the top of healthcare’s leadership ranks,” says the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.1

Michelle Schindler, a navy veteran, nurse and graduate of Regent’s MSN program, felt she had “maxed out a lot of things (she) could do professionally”2 as a clinical nurse. She called getting her master’s in nursing with a focus on leadership “a big, smart move.”2 “This degree will open up new opportunities and positions me to influence policies and patient care,” said Schindler.2

Can I pursue my MSN degree online?

Yes! Regent’s MSN degree program is fully online. So, you can pursue a master’s in nursing while juggling your day-to-day activities.

What master’s in nursing specialties does Regent offer?

Regent’s MSN will prepare you in one of two specific nursing foci: education or administration. You can specialize your master’s in nursing program by picking one of three concentrations—nurse educator, nurse leadership & management or the multidisciplinary APRN. While the nurse educator concentration prepares you to develop effective ways to educate nurses, the nurse leadership & management concentration focuses on organizational leadership skills.

According to the American Association of Colleges of Nursing: “With new practice opportunities emerging, and the demand for highly specialized nursing skills rising, the time is right for you to begin your graduate-level nursing education. The earlier in your career you complete your formal education, the longer your professional life and the higher your lifetime earnings will be.”1

How long does it take to complete an MSN program?

Regent offers a 36-credit hour online MSN program. Pursued part-time at 6-credit hours a semester—including fall, spring and summer semesters—it should take you two years to earn your Master of Science in Nursing degree.

References

  1. Master’s Education. American Association of Colleges of Nursing. https://www.aacnnursing.org/Nursing-Education-Programs/Masters-Education
  2. Reed, D. (2020). From veteran sailor to nursing leader. Regent University. https://www.regent.edu/regent-stories/from-veteran-sailor-to-nursing-leader/

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