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    Nursing Leadership - Online (MS)

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    Amherst, USMSOnline2 years
    $71,452.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    92%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    37
    Credits

    Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is a 37-credit, 2-year, online MS program based in Amherst, US. Tuition is $71,452.

    About the program

    Master of Science in Nursing program with concentrations in Nursing Education and Public Health Nursing that prepares registered nurses for leadership and educator positions.

    Focus: coursework
    #29 U.S. News & World Report online master's in nursing (2026)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Dec 15, 2026
    Fall 2027
    Dec 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    optional
    Min minimum combined score of 80 (for tests prior to January 2026)
    IELTS
    optional
    Min minimum combined score of 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is $71,452 across 37 required credits.
    Is Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst online or in-person?
    Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is offered online, so students can complete coursework remotely.
    How long does Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst take to complete?
    Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst is structured around 2 years and 37 credits.
    How competitive is Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
    Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst reports an acceptance rate of approximately 92%.
    What work-permit options follow Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?
    Post-completion work rights for Nursing Leadership - Online (MS) at University of Massachusetts-Amherst: 12 months OPT (US)