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Online Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

A BSN provides students with the basic level of education to practice as a professional Registered Nurse. Additionally, most nursing leaders prefer that applicants have a BSN, which provides the best opportunities in today's job market. If you look in the classifieds, you'll find that a BSN is a requirement for many positions; it is the entry point for professional nursing practice.

RN-to-BSN programs are designed for Registered Nurse graduates of associate's degree or diploma programs who want to complete their BSN degree. It provides credit for nursing skills already learned through school or work experience. Most often these programs are available with flexible schedules designed to meet the needs of working nurses. Classes might meet only evenings, or weekends. More information on BSN degrees.

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Online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

An MSN degree in nursing is typically an 18- to 24-month program that allows a nurse to specialize in a particular area, such as advanced clinical training or research. Typical requirements to start an MSN program include the following:

  • BSN from an accredited nursing school
  • RN license
  • Required GPA and GRE scores (set by a school)
  • Some period of clinical work experience

Other related degree titles are: Master of Science in Public Health (MPH), Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Health Care Management, and Master in Health Care Administration (MHA). More information on nursing master's degrees.

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Doctoral Nursing Programs

Doctoral programs prepare nurses to assume leadership roles within the profession, conduct research that affects nursing practice and health care, and teach at colleges and universities. Doctorally-prepared nurses serve as health system executives, nursing school deans, researchers and senior policy analysts. More information on doctoral programs in nursing.

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School Spotlight

University of Phoenix

Rapid changes in the business, regulation and technology of health care require a higher level from all health care professionals. The University of Phoenix offers the following Online Nursing Degree Programs for RNs:

South University

South University's Online Nursing Education Programs are designed to help you make the most of your potential. All of the following programs are offered exclusively online to work with your lifestyle:

Kaplan University

The Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program at Kaplan University allows RNs to take their nursing backgrounds and enhance them by adding marketable legal skills.

This Online Certificate Program can be completed in 12 months. Graduates go on to work in law firms, health care organizations, insurance companies, corporate departments or in independent legal nurse consulting practices.