Master of Science in Nursing

We Meet You Where You Are and Help Take You Where You Want to Be

The nursing field is growing and rapidly evolving. Whether you’re seeking enhanced skills, specialization, or career advancement, Norwich University’s online Master of Science in Nursing and Post-Master’s Certificate in Nursing can provide you with multiple options to gain the depth of knowledge needed to pursue your future goals while preparing you for the challenges and opportunities facing the profession in the 21st century.

Convenient online coursework is designed to fit into your busy working schedule and help you reach your professional goals. The curriculum for each program aligns with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Master-Level education preparation standards — including the Master’s Essentials — in addition to the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Nurse Practitioner Core Competencies.

We invite you to take a closer look at our different degree concentrations and certificate programs:

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100% online coursework

Complete coursework 100% online

Four start dates throughout the year

Choose from four start dates throughout the year

No GRE/GMAT required

Apply with no GRE/GMAT required

Small classes capped at 15 students

Enjoy small classes capped at 15 students

Why Choose Norwich University for Your Online MSN?

  • The master's degree program in nursing at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
  • Learn from a faculty of active scholars with doctorate degrees.
  • Customize your studies based on your career goals and personal interests.
  • Apply newly acquired skills in real-time and drive positive change within your organization well before you graduate.
  • Enroll with no GRE or GMAT requirements.
  • Apply to one of four start dates per year.
  • Benefit from a university recognized as offering Best Value with respect to high academic quality and low net cost of attendance, according to U.S. News & World Report.*

*Rankings are based on undergraduate programs and on students who received the average level of need-based financial aid.

Accreditation & Recognition

New England Commission of Higher Education

Norwich University is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (formerly the Commission on Institutions of Higher Education of the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.).

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

The master's degree program in nursing and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Norwich University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

Professional Licensure Disclosure

The Master of Science in Nursing, with specializations in Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, is designed to prepare students for advanced practice. The requirements for professional licensure or certification vary by state. Norwich University has determined that the Norwich nursing program meets or does not meet the educational requirements for state licensure. Please review our Professional Licensure Disclosure.

Nursing Student Handbook

Norwich offers online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs and online Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) programs. To learn more about each program, follow the links above or review the MSN and PMC Student Handbook.