Overview

The RN to MSN at American Public University provides a streamlined academic route for registered nurses to earn both their bachelor’s and master’s degrees in a single, integrated programme. This curriculum is specifically designed for professionals holding a nursing diploma or associate degree who wish to accelerate their career progression. By substituting three master’s-level courses into the undergraduate phase, students can reduce their total credit requirements and graduate faster than through traditional separate degree paths.

The programme focuses on cultivating advanced skills in leadership, clinical decision-making, and evidence-based practice. Students explore the impact of regulatory, financial, and political factors on global health outcomes while developing the expertise needed for senior roles in the healthcare sector.

Why RN to MSN at American Public University?

This programme is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring that the curriculum meets rigorous national standards for nursing education. A significant advantage of this pathway is the cost-saving structure; the three master’s-level courses taken during the undergraduate portion are charged at the lower undergraduate tuition rate. Additionally, the university offers a "no waitlist" policy, providing immediate entry for qualified applicants and monthly start dates for general education modules.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 455 per credit
National fee: USD 455 per credit
Local fee: USD 455 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum is divided into foundational nursing transitions and specialised tracks. Modules may include:

Professional Transitions in Nursing
Assessment, Evaluation and Clinical Decision-Making
Pathophysiology and Clinical Pharmacology
Science of Evidence-Based Practice
Emerging Scholarship and Trends in Healthcare
Caring for Today's Veterans
Community Health
Population-Based Healthcare
Informatics and Technology

Careers with RN to MSN

Graduates are prepared for elevated service and leadership roles within the healthcare industry. Depending on the chosen concentration, students can pursue careers as nurse educators in academic or clinical settings, or as nurse leaders managing inter-professional teams. The programme equips nurses to advocate for healthcare policy changes, manage data for cost-effective care, and lead quality improvement initiatives in hospitals, community health centres, and government agencies.

Accreditation

This program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Transitions in Nursing
Emerging Scholarship and Trends in Healthcare
Community Health
Population-Based Healthcare
Informatics and Technology
Leadership for the Master's Prepared Nurse

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Courses Start Monthly

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

147 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Charles Town, United States

Disciplines

Nursing Health Sciences Health Informatics View 144 other Masters in Health Informatics 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

To apply to this program, you must hold the following:

Associate degree or diploma from an accredited or board approved institution in nursing
Current, active, unencumbered registered nursing (RN) license
Minimum GPA of 3.0
Signed statement of understanding
Current resume/CV
500-600 word statement of purpose and goals for this master’s program

TOEFL iBT minimum scores required: 24 in Reading, 27 in Writing

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

33442 USD / year

≈ 33442 USD / year
Out-of-State

33442 USD / year

≈ 33442 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33442 USD / year

≈ 33442 USD / year

Additional Details

First 120 credits: $250 with Undergraduate Preferred Military Rate, $315 with Veteran Grant or APUS Opportunity Grant
Remaining Credits: $455

Funding

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