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    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

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    Nashville, USMSNHybrid2 years
    $72,570.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    46.9%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    359
    Cohort
    students
    41
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University is a 41-credit, 2-year, hybrid MSN program based in Nashville, US. Tuition is $72,570.

    About the program

    Prepares registered nurses for advanced practice roles through 13 specialties including nurse practitioner, nurse-midwife, and nursing informatics tracks, with hundreds of hours of clinical practice.

    Focus: coursework
    5 (US News)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Oct 15, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 100 on the Internet-based test (iBT)
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $23,400.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University is $72,570 across 41 required credits.
    Is Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University online or in-person?
    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University take to complete?
    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University is structured around 2 years and 41 credits.
    How competitive is Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University?
    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 46.9%.
    How large is the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University cohort?
    Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Vanderbilt University typically enrolls around 359 students per cohort.