Take the lead as a nursing administrator. The Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nurse Administration will prepare you to pursue a future as a hospital, health system or healthcare leader. Develop your knowledge with key courses covering topics like nursing theory, research and applied statistics for quality improvement, and the healthcare leader’s role during organizational change. Students may be eligible to sit for the Nurse Executive Certification Exam and should contact the American Nurses Credentialing Center for eligibility requirements.
If you have an active RN license and a bachelor’s degree in an unrelated field, our Nursing Bridge Program helps experienced nurses like you earn your MSN degree — saving you time and money. You’ll start with three BSN courses and then move into the program specialty that fits your career goals.
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Education should hold practical value. That’s why our courses meet rigorous academic standards and provide you with skills and knowledge immediately applicable to your career.
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You’ll need 34 credits to complete this Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nurse Administration degree. Your course schedule may vary based on transferable credits or credits earned through the University’s Prior Learning Assessment.
Students must have:
Your academic counselor will help you schedule your courses for an online Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nurse Administration.
Learning shouldn’t take years to put into practice. That’s why we’re empowering you to build career-relevant skills with every five- to six-week course.
We’ve worked with labor market researchers like Lightcast to find in-demand skills for careers and mapped those to our related associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
Your prior eligible college credits can save you time and money, helping you graduate faster. That’s why we’ve accepted transcripts from 5,000+ institutions. Check to see if you can apply eligible transfer credits from an institutionally accredited university or college toward a degree of your choice.
Lock in the peace of mind that comes with fixed, affordable tuition. You’ll enjoy one flat rate from the moment you enroll until the day you graduate from your program. That’s your Tuition Guarantee.
COA Components | Master's Degree (non-CBE) |
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Tuition and Fees¹
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$16,128
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Books, course materials, supplies and equipment
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$1,632
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Transportation
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$1,632
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Miscellaneous personal expenses
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$660
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Living Expenses²
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Food
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$3,180
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Housing³
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$6,144
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Federal student loan fees
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$108
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Dependent care expenses
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$0
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Disability related expenses
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$0
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Total COA
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$29,484
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1The tuition component is based on a per credit weighted average for the credential level across the entire University.
2The University allows the same living expense amounts for students in all living arrangements and dependency statuses.
3The living expense component for students receiving Military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) only includes an allowance for food.
Everyone deserves an affordable education. That’s why we offer an unlimited number of scholarships, so if you qualify, you can get one. Starting with your first course, every qualifying new student will be awarded one of our scholarships, worth up to $1K.
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An MSN/ADM can help prepare you to be a:
Top skills learned in this program:
Leadership
Information Systems
Research
Advocacy
Advanced Nursing Practice
Management
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When you earn your online Master of Science in Nursing with a concentration in Nurse Administration degree you’ll be equipped with a concrete set of skills you can apply on the job. You’ll learn how to:
28% Growth
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth for medical and health service managers is much faster than average between 2021 and 2031.
The BLS Projected Growth for 2021-2031 is published by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This data reflects the BLS’ projections of national (not local) conditions. These data points are not specific to University of Phoenix students or graduates.
This is a post-licensure nursing program designed for nurses with current RN licensure who desire to obtain a Master of Science degree in Nursing with a focus on Nursing Administration (MSN/ADM). The program prepares the graduate to function in leadership and administrative roles within the profession of nursing. Students may be eligible to sit for the Nurse Executive Certification Exam and should contact the American Nurses Credentialing Center for eligibility requirements.
Starting your degree is a big decision — and we want you to feel great about it. That’s why we remove obstacles from your application.
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You’ll have a support team of real people you can lean on to encourage your success as a student. Start a conversation about your future with one of our enrollment representatives today.
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Work toward your degree without giving up what matters most. Start your degree year-round and take one class at a time.
Enroll in online classes and attend class whenever it fits your life, day or night.
You have a support team available up to 20 hours a day, 5 days a week.
Your success is a top priority for our deans and faculty members. They bring an average of 26 years of experience and hands-on perspective to the classroom, and help bridge the gap between academics and industry knowledge.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at the University of Phoenix are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791. This program is aligned with leading industry organizations, such as:
Current RN license required.
While widely available, not all programs are available to residents of all states. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.