MSN Programs in Iowa
Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs build on the baccalaureate nursing education and prior work experience to prepare graduates for advanced practice roles as well as nurse educator positions, nurse administrator roles, nurse leadership roles and a variety of other nursing career paths. The MSN is also the necessary step to enter doctorate level nursing education programs.
MSN Programs Offered Online in Iowa - No Residency Restrictions
Online MSN programs have become one of the more popular ways for nurses to complete a master's education due to the flexibility afforded through these programs. Nurses can complete a program taking a full course load or a limited course load depending on their situation. Most of the nursing schools based in Iowa offer their MSN programs in-part or completely in the online format. There are also a number of nationally accredited online MSN programs offered in Iowa that carry no residency restrictions. You can find the MSN programs offered in Iowa below along with contact information and some accreditation information.
According to the Iowa Nursing Task Force, March 3, 2008, registered nursing salaries in Iowa ranked among the lowest in the country. As is the case with most professions, higher education translates to greater responsibilities and career opportunities, which often results in higher wages. Nursing is really no exception and MSN or PhD educated nurses have significantly more career opportunities and often make significantly more money than those with less education. You may also like to read about the nurse practitioner programs offered in Iowa.
On March 3, 2008 Lt. Governor Patty Judge released the findings of the Iowa Nursing Task Force, which offers a number of recommendations that support increasing nursing salaries including those of nursing faculty. The report also suggests increasing the amount of forgivable loans and scholarships at all levels of nursing education. It appears a lot is being done to increase the attractiveness of the nursing career in Iowa.
Schools Offering Online MSN Programs in Iowa
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing (Online), RN to BSN to MSN Online Bridge Option
Drexel University
Programs: MSN in Clinical Trials Research (Online), MSN in Innovation and Intra/Entrepreneurship in Advanced Nursing Practice (Online), MSN in Nursing Education and Faculty Role (Online), MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Systems Management (Online)
Frontier Nursing University
Programs: ADN-MSN Bridge - Nurse-Midwifery (Online), MSN - Nurse-Midwifery (Online)
George Washington University
Programs: MSN - Adult Nurse Practitioner (Online), MSN - Clinical Research Administration (Online), MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner (Online), MSN - Healthcare Quality (Online), MSN - Nursing Leadership and Management (Online)
Graceland University
Programs: Online MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, Online MSN - Nurse Educator, Online RN-to-BSN/MSN
Grand Canyon University
Program: MBA and MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Care Systems (Bridge) (Online)
Kaplan University
Programs: MSN - Adult Gerontology Practitioner (Online), MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner (Online), MSN - Nurse Administrator (Online), MSN - Nurse Educator (Online), MSN - Nurse Informatics (Online)
Norwich University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Educator (Online)
Ohio University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Administrator (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator (Online)
South University
Programs: Accelerated RN-to-MSN (Online), Accelerated RN-to-MSN - Nurse Educator (Online), Master of Science in Nursing (Online), Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator (Online)
Stevens-Henager College
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing Administration (Online), Master of Science in Nursing Education (Online)
University of Cincinnati
Programs: MSN - Clinical Nurse Specialist/Nurse Educator (Online), MSN - Nurse-Midwifery (Online), MSN - Nursing Administration (Online), MSN - Women's Health Nurse Practitioner (Online)
Western Governors University
Programs: MS in Nursing - Education (RN to MSN Option) (Online), MS in Nursing - Leadership & Management (RN to MSN Option) (Online)
American Sentinel University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Case Management, Master of Science in Nursing - Infection Prevention and Control, Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Management and Organizational Leadership, Registered Nurse (RN) to Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
California University of Pennsylvania
Program: Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration and Leadership
Capella University
Programs: MSN - Diabetes Nursing, MSN - Nurse Educator, MSN - Nurse Educator Bridge, MSN - Nursing Leadership and Administration, MSN Gerontology Nursing
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing, RN to BSN to MSN Online Bridge Option
Drexel University Online
Programs: MSN in Clinical Trials Research, MSN in Contemporary Nursing Faculty, MSN in Innovation and Intra/Entrepreneurship in Advanced Nursing Practice, MSN in Nursing Leadership in Health Systems Management
Georgetown University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Master of Science in Nursing, Nurse Midwifery/ Women's Health Nurse Practitioner
Herzing University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing with a Concentration in Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing with a Concentration in Nursing Management
Lewis University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration, Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Education
Loyola University New Orleans Online
Programs: BLEND Program (MSN Bridge), Master of Science in Nursing - Health Care Systems Management
Ohio University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner, Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Administrator, Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Educator
Sacred Heart University
Programs: RN-BSN-MSN Clinical Nurse Leader, RN-BSN-MSN Nurse Education, RN-BSN-MSN Patient Care Administration
Saint Xavier University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Leadership, Master of Science in Nursing - Executive Leadership
South University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing - Accelerated RN-MSN, Master of Science in Nursing - Accelerated RN-MSN - Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Master of Science in Nursing - Accelerated RN-MSN - Nurse Educator, Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Cincinnati
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Educator, Master of Science in Nursing - Nurse Midwifery, Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing Administration, Master of Science in Nursing - Womens Health Nurse Practitioner
University of Colorado Denver
Program: Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Health Care Systems
University of Phoenix
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing / Health Administration, Master of Science in Nursing / Health Care Education, Master of Science in Nursing / Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing / Master of Business Administration - Health Care Management
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or
in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Representative.
University of San Francisco
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing - Associate's Track, Master of Science in Nursing - Bachelor's Track
Walden University
Programs: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Education, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - General, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) BSN Track - Leadership and Management, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Informatics, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Education, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - General, Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) RN Track - Leadership and Management
Western Governors University
Programs: M.S. in Nursing - Education (RN to MSN Option), M.S. in Nursing - Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option)
Schools Based in Iowa Offering MSN Degree Programs
Allen College
The nursing programs are CCNE and NLNAC accredited.
Programs Offered: Accelerated - BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, Master of Science in Nursing (tracks: FNP, Acute Care NP, ANP/GNP, Adult Psychiatric Mental Health NP) Post-Master's Certificates
- Allen College, 1990 Heath Street, Waterloo, Iowa 50703, PH: 319-226-2000
Briar Cliff University
The nursing programs are NLNAC accredited.
Programs Offered: MSN (Tracks: Nurse Educator, Family Nurse Practitioner)
- Briar Cliff University, 3303 Rebecca St, Sioux City, IA 51104, PH: 800-662-3363, ext 1662
Clarke College
Programs Offered: MSN (Tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator, Administrator of Nursing Systems)
- Clarke College, 1550 Clarke Drive, Dubuque, IA 52001, PH: 563-588-6361
St. Ambrose University - Department of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN (Tracks: Nursing Administration)
- St. Ambrose University, 518 West Locust Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803, PH: 563-333-6000
University of Iowa - College of Nursing
Programs Offered: MSN (Tracks: Clinical Nurse Leader, APN - Adult/Gerontological Nurse Practitioner or CNS, Nurse Anesthetist, Family Nurse Practitioner, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing, MSN - Nursing Systems Administration, Community Health Nursing, Genetics Nursing, Nursing Informatics, Nurse Educator, Nurse Educator, including Gerontological Nurse Educator, Occupational Health Nursing, School Health Nursing, MSN - Dual Degree - MSN/MPH, MSN/MBA)
- College of Nursing - University of Iowa, 101 Nursing Building, 50 Newton Road, Iowa City, IA 52242-1121, PH: 319-335-7018
