Advanced education offers nurses a proven pathway to expertise and leadership positions, giving them the advanced clinical skills needed to enhance their ability to improve patient care. have a meaningful impact on healthcare. Mary Baldwin University’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree programs are designed for nurses who aspire to leadership.
Whether you aspire to lead teams, advance patient care, or pursue a specialized certification, our hybrid MSN programs combine online and on-campus learning, offering the flexibility to balance your professional, academic and personal commitments.
Explore our comprehensive MSN programs, designed to empower working nurses like you to achieve your goals.
At the Mary Baldwin University School of Nursing, part of the Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences, the mission is to provide high-quality programs that prepare graduates as transformational and innovative nurse leaders. Our MSN degree programs, led by an experienced nursing faculty, focus on producing graduates who practice culturally competent care and exhibit professionalism, respect for others, integrity and legal/ethical standards.
Our programs foster evidence-based practice, critical decision-making and effective interprofessional cooperation. Our MSN degree programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
Healthcare professionals in the Mary Baldwin School of Nursing learn to:
The Master of Science in Nursing program at MBU offers two tracks and a post-master’s certificate, allowing nurses to pursue the education they need to succeed in their chosen field.
As a nurse leader, you have the power to influence systems, policies and teams to improve outcomes across the healthcare spectrum. Graduates of the one-year MSN in Administration & Leadership program are equipped to:
With courses tailored to healthcare management, organizational leadership and financial decision-making, this program prepares you to lead with confidence in hospitals, clinics and other healthcare operations.
If your passion lies in advanced patient care, the 20-month MSN-FNP program offers the training to become a trusted healthcare provider. The program combines online asynchronous and synchronous courses with in-person learning intensives. Graduates complete 600 hours of supervised clinical experience. Key features of the MSN-FNP program include:
Graduates of the MBU MSN-FNP program are positioned to make a meaningful difference as primary care providers.
The Post-MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate is designed for MSN graduates seeking to become licensed FNPs. The part-time, 20-month hybrid program combines online courses with hands-on campus intensives. Graduates gain the knowledge and expertise needed to pass the National Certification Examination (NCE).
This program builds on your existing knowledge while focusing on:
With this certification, you’ll be ready to meet the growing demand for primary care providers and deliver impactful care to patients across all stages of life.
If you have questions, reach out to discuss your goals and explore how this program aligns with them. Our admissions team is dedicated to supporting you every step of the way – from selecting your degree and completing your application to preparing for your first day of class.
We’re excited about the opportunity to help you take the next step in your academic journey.