Arizona Schools Offering Master's Degrees in Nursing

Earning an MSN degree can be completed in as little as two years at most institutions and for working RNs online options have become increasingly popular. There are a wide variety of specializations offered at the nursing schools in Arizona from nurse educator and MBA/healthcare management to MSN - nurse practitioner programs.

Knowing what area you want to specialize in and as much about the programs you have to choose from is the best starting point for anyone seeking to earn a master's in nursing. Below are the 5 Universities in Arizona that offer MSN programs. These programs are all CCNE accredited and approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing, which means you can feel confident you are receiving the highest quality master's education available in Arizona from the most recognized school.

Master's educated nurses earn significantly more than their baccalaureate educated counterparts and have more career advancement opportunities in leadership as well as in educator roles.

Nurse educators work at community colleges and some university settings as faculty and can earn anywhere from $40,000 to over $100,000 depending on location, tenure, education and other factors.

Nurses that pursue their master's in nursing in management/leadership or a related specialization will have great opportunities in case management, community health education/promotion, and disease prevention. Those master's level educated nurses that are flexible with what area of specialization they prefer can look forward to the greatest opportunities upon graduation. Salaries vary greatly, but according to salary.com a nurse with a master's level education in an entry-level leadership position can earn upwards of $70,000 depending on location, education and other factors.

Featured CCNE and/or NLNAC Accredited Online and Campus MSN Programs in Arizona

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

University of Phoenix is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and approved by the Arizona State Board of Nursing. They offer online MSN programs as well as campus based options. Regardless of where you reside in AZ, University of Phoenix has a flexible, convenient option for you with 3 campus locations in Phoenix, 2 in Tucson, 2 in Yuma, Nogales, Sierra Vista, Mesa and Chandler offering MSN programs. Click on the program below to access a no obligation information request form from University of Phoenix today.

Excelsior College - School of Nursing

The MSN Distance Learning program is accredited by the NLNAC.

Programs Offered: MSN - Clinical Systems Management, MSN - Nursing Education, and RN to MSN

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

Kaplan University's Online MSN Programs are highly rated and well recognized throughout the country. Request information today.

Nebraska Methodist College - Nursing Programs

The MSN programs enroll each January or Spring Semester.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Nurse Educator and Online MSN - Nurse Executive

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Norwich University - Nursing Programs

The e-learning MSN program can be completed in 18 - 24 months. This program is approved by the Vermont State Nursing Board and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Nurse Administration

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Regis University - Loretto Height School of Nursing

Regis University offers an online RN to MSN and MSN. These programs are nationally accredited by the AACN-CCNE.

Programs Offered: MSN Online, RN to MSN Online

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South University - School of Health Professions

South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.

Programs Offered: Online MSN

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University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing

The University of Cincinnati offers two Distance Learning Master's in Nursing Programs, a Master of Science in Nursing – Nurse Midwifery and a Master of Science in Nursing – Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner . The MSN - Nurse Midwifery online program is accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) and the The MSN - Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner online program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Nurse Midwifery, MSN - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner

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Vanderbilt University - School of Nursing

Vanderbilt University is accredited by the Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Programs Offered: Health Systems Management - MSN Online

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Walden University School of Nursing

The Walden University M.S. degre programs in Nursing are Nationally accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Walden University offers an opportunity for registered nurses to earn their degree online while continuing in their current positions. These programs will create opportunities for advanced nursing roles in facilities throughout Arizona. Request information today.

CCNE Accredited and Arizona State Board of Nursing Approved MSN Programs