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    Nursing (M.S.N.)

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    East Lansing, USMSNHybrid3 years
    $95,790.00
    Tuition
    over 36mo
    41%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    54
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University is a 54-credit, 3-year, hybrid MSN program based in East Lansing, US. Tuition is $95,790.

    About the program

    Prepares nurses for advanced clinical roles across healthcare systems, addressing care delivery complexity and focusing on leadership, quality, and patient outcomes. Offered in concentrations such as Adult Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

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    US News Master's #52 (tie)
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $18,750.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University is $95,790 across 54 required credits.
    Is Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University online or in-person?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University take to complete?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University is structured around 3 years and 54 credits.
    What GPA is required for Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: Minimum grade-point average of 3.0 (4.0 scale) for total credits completed during the second-half of the four-year baccalaureate nursing program
    How competitive is Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at Michigan State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 41%.