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    Nursing (M.S.N.)

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    University Park, USMSNHybrid2 years
    $37,032.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    36
    Credits
    $65.00
    App fee

    Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University is a 36-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSN program based in University Park, US. Tuition is $37,032.

    About the program

    Prepares registered nurses for leadership or educational positions through options in Nurse Administrator or Nurse Educator, with core courses, option-specific courses, electives, and clinical practicum. Covers human health and development, health services in diverse settings, organizational leadership, health policy, and evidence-based practice.

    Focus: coursework
    US News #12 Master's Nurse Practitioner: Family
    Part-time option

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $15,000.00
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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 The Pennsylvania State University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University is $37,032 across 36 required credits.
    Is Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University online or in-person?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University take to complete?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University is structured around 2 years and 36 credits.
    What GPA is required for Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Per the program's published guidance: cumulative grade-point average of 3.3 (on a 4.0 scale) for the baccalaureate degree
    How competitive is Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University?
    Nursing (M.S.N.) at The Pennsylvania State University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.