Overview

The Master’s of Science in Nursing from Simmons University provides Registered Nurses (RNs) the opportunity to advance their careers and become Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs).

Key Facts

Faculty in our MSN degree program are passionate educators, clinicians, and researchers, and our location in Boston’s renowned medical area provides unparalleled student training for our campus-based students.

Right now, the world needs advanced practice nursing professionals more than ever before. Nursing professionals are integral pieces of the healthcare system and their work has an impact on the health of our country.

What can you do with a master’s in Nursing?

Our Master’s of Science in Nursing program prepares students to become Family Nurse Practitioners (FNP). We focus on this area because the current and future US population is in great need of qualified advanced practice nurses who can fill the gap in the primary care setting, for which there is a critical national shortage.

Students in our Master’s of Science in Nursing program are educated to provide compassionate and evidence-based care, advocate for patients and communities, lead interprofessional teams, and advance research. Simmons graduates also perform well above the national average on certification exams.

Graduates of our MSN degree program work in every area of health care, and are recognized for clinical excellence. Programs culminating in a master’s in Nursing prepare graduates for a range of rewarding roles, including FNP, clinical researcher, and public health nurse.

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree program in nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Simmons University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202 887-6791.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Health Assessment

Nursing Care of Individuals, Families, Communities

Advanced Pathophysiology

Leadership/Management in the Clinical Setting

Health Care System: Interdisciplinary Perspectives

Statistics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-06 00:00:00

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It is imperative that students who have or are studying abroad begin the application process at least six months prior to the deadline.

Language

English

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Credits

48 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Boston, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Our BSN to MSN program consists of three components - foundational courses, primary care, and research. This 2-year program prepares students to deliver primary health care to diverse populations across their lifespan.

Applicants to the MSN degree program must have a current United States unencumbered RN license in good standing and a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited U.S. college or university with a preferred GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale

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Tuition Fees

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29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
Out-of-State

29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year
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29640 USD / year

≈ 29640 USD / year

Living costs

Boston

United States

1560 - 3239 USD / month

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Credits

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