Overview

Vanguard’s Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program integrates the excellence of a Christ-centered, academically challenging and intimate learning environment with the convenient location and scheduling needed to further your education while furthering your career.

Careers

The MSN at Vanguard University prepares students to assume advanced leadership and management positions throughout health care, as well as educator positions in health care agencies and academic settings.

Alumni also go on to advanced studies to gain Doctor of Nursing Practice degrees or pursue advanced education for specialty roles.

Nurse Leader
Nurse Educator
Academic Faculty/Researchers
Simulation Laboratory Educator
Healthcare Management
Nurse Navigator
Patient Advocate
Unit Coordinator/Director

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diversity, Social and Global Issues in Health Promotion and Disease Prevention
Assessing, Planning and Managing Budgets and Resources
Strategies of Simulation Learning and Instruction
Spirituality/Care in Professional Nursing
Planning and Competency Evaluations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00

More details

Applications submitted after the standard deadline are considered on a space available basis.

Language

English

Credits

38 SCH

38-41

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Costa Mesa, United States

Disciplines

Nursing View 1044 other Masters in Nursing in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Required:

Online application for admission
Official transcripts
Three (3) references
Personal Statement
Resume
Copy of California Registered Nursing (RN) License
Evidence of All Required Immunizations and Report of a Current Physical Exam
Affidavit of Financial Support
Copy of Valid Passport

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13965 USD / year

≈ 13965 USD / year
Out-of-State

13965 USD / year

≈ 13965 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13965 USD / year

≈ 13965 USD / year

Living costs

Costa Mesa

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Nursing.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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