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

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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.

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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.

Grand Canyon University

Grand Canyon University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The MSN programs are accredited by the CCNE.

MSN Programs Offered Online: MSN in Nurse Education, MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems, MBA & MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Dual Degree Program)

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Capella University

Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) degree program for registered nurses that are interested in pursuing careers as nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator

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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.

Benedictine University

This online Masters in Nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. It is offered six times a year by the University.

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing - Online (Specialization tracks to become nurse leaders, nurse educators, nurse administrators, Care Coordinators, Case Managers, Managed Care Consultants and more)

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Gonzaga University

Gonzaga University offers a Master's of Science in Nursing program online with two different concentrations: Nurse Educator or Health Systems Leadership. Gonzaga University has received accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for their online MSN nursing programs. Request information below to learn more.

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Nurse Educator, MSN- Health Systems Leadership

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Liberty University - Department of Nursing

Liberty University's Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist Acute Care Track is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!

Program Offered: MSN - Acute Care Track Online

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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing

The MSN - Blend and MSN program are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC). The Blend program is designed for registered nurses with bachelor's degree in another field who wish to pursue a master's of science in nursing degree.

Program Offered: MSN - Health Care Systems Management, MSN - BLEND Health Care Systems Management

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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 Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Programs Offered: Online MSN

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South University - School of Health Professions

South University is regionally accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The South University MSN program is CCNE accredited and graduates are prepared for careers in nursing education.

Programs Offered: Online MSN

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University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing

The University of Cincinnati - College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The MSN - Nurse Midwifery online program is accredited by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM).

Programs Offered Online: MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist (Nurse Educator), MSN - Nursing Administration, MSN - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist, MSN - Nurse Midwifery

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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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Western Governors University - Nursing

Western Governors University offers an online RN to MSN degree program for registered nurses with a diploma or an associate's degree. Areas of specialization include education or leadership and management. WGU is Regionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation as well as Nationally accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council. Request information today!

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American Sentinel University - School of Nursing

MSN courses and enrollment start every two weeks. American Sentinel University is accredited by the Distance Education and Training Council, which is Nationally recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Programs Offered: Online MSN

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Philadelphia University - Distance Education

Programs Offered: MS Completion Program - Midwifery, MS in Disaster Medicine and Management, MS - Midwifery.

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CCNE Accredited and Arizona State Board of Nursing Approved MSN Programs

Arizona State University - College of Nursing & Health Care Innovation

University of Arizona - College of Nursing

Northern Arizona University - School of Nursing

Grand Canyon University - College of Nursing & Health Sciences

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