Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) for BSN Holders
Our 2-year Master of Science in Nursing (BSN to MSN degree) program is designed for Registered Nurses (RNs) who wish to advance their careers.
What is the value of a Master’s of Science in Nursing degree?
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.
By becoming an FNP, nurses may increase their earning potential in a field that the Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected to grow 52.4% between 2019 and 2029. Nurses can also gain a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction by expanding their scope of practice in a career that is consistently ranked one of the best jobs in healthcare.
Graduates of Simmons’ Master’s of Science in Nursing (MSN) program are prepared to take the family nurse practitioner certification exam, and find success in positions in primary healthcare and community care settings, private practice, and in Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs.
Simmons offers both on-campus and online options to complete your Master’s of Science in Nursing. In addition to our campus-based BSN to MSN program, we also offer an online BSN to MSN program, an online program that allows Registered Nurses (RNs) to earn their Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree in just 3 years, and a Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), designed for students from all academic backgrounds looking to pursue a Master’s of Science in Nursing degree.
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Learning outcomes for the MSN degree
Our Master’s of Science in Nursing provides Registered Nurses (RNs) the opportunity to advance their careers and become Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs).
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. Learn more about our MSN program requirements.
Boston-based students in our Master’s of Science in Nursing degree program have access to more than 200 clinical training sites, including world-class institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Hospital, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Students in our online BSN to MSN degree program complete clinical training in their communities nationwide, with over 6,000 sites, led by a team of 20+ regional placement specialists.
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 healthcare, 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.
Learn more about our MSN degree!
Ready to take your nursing career to the next level with our BSN to MSN degree program? Apply now or request more information today!
