Master's of Science in Nursing Programs in Kansas

Baccalaureate educated nurses desiring to advance their career as clinicians, educators, researchers and administrators will find listed below a number of forward thinking and innovative MSN programs offered online or through nursing schools based in Kansas. These MSN programs can be completed in as little as 16 months or at a pace that fits your needs and goals.

Online MSN programs offer a convenient and flexible option for pursuing a master's level education particularly for those nurses who desire to maintain their current position, live in a rural area with limited access to a campus based program and for those nurses who just want the flexibility of an online program. Below you will find MSN programs with a variety of specializations offered in Kansas with no residency requirements. Graduates of the programs below will be eligible, upon graduation, to sit for the national certification exam appropriate to their specialty.

This is an exciting time for master's educated nurses. For one there is a small population of nurses that hold a master's degree nationally and the same low numbers are found in in Kansas, which opens the potential for jobs, job stability and greater earning potential. Salaries for MSN educated nurses vary significantly by specialty, geographical location, experience and other factors. Advanced practice nurses often earn the largest salaries of all master's educated nurses. MSN educated nurses in Kansas that era Nurse educators can earn an annual salary anywhere from $50,000 to over $60,000, nurse practitioners $60,000 to over $80,000 and clinical nurse specialists from $75,000 and up according to indeed.com's analysis of current jobs available with these titles as of 3/09.

MSN Programs Offered Online in Kansas

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

Offering Online Master of Science in Nursing programs with optional specializations.

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Walden University School of Nursing

The Master of Science degree in Nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Programs Offered: M.S. degree program in Nursing (RN - M.S. degree program in Nursing). Specializations include: Education, Informatics, Leadership & Management.

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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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Benedictine University

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

Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing Online (Tracks for Nurse Leaders, Nurse Administrators, Nurse Educators and Disaster Management)

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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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Graceland University

All nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE accredited. Graceland University is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (NCA) and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Practicums are completed in the student's community.

Online Programs Offered: MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Nurse Educator, Post-Graduate Certificate Family Nurse Practitioner, Post-Graduate Certificate in Nurse Education

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Kaplan University School of Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing is designed to prepare students for leadership positions and specialist roles in health care institutions, and to qualify for nursing school instructor positions.

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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. Graduates are prepared for national certification as a CNS and work as practitioners and/or educators. This program is enrolling now. Request information today!

Program Offered: MSN - Acute Care Track Online

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Norwich University - Nursing Programs

The e-learning MSN - Nursing Administration 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 - Nursing Administration

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Saint Joseph's College of Maine

The Saint Joseph's College of Maine Online Nursing Programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: Online RN to BSN, Online MSN (Prepares leaders in Health Care Delivery Systems or Education)

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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

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.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Education, Online MSN - Leadership & Management

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Nursing Schools Based in Kansas Offering MSN Programs

Fort Hays State University

The FNP program is approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: MSN - Nursing Education, Nursing Administration; FNP

Fort Hays State University, 600 Park St., Hays, KS 67601 PH: 785-628-4255

Newman University

The MSN program is approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: MSN - Nurse Anesthesia

Newman University, 3100 McCormick, Wichita, KS 67213, PH: 316-942-4291

Pittsburgh State University - Department of Nursing

The MSN programs are approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: MSN - FNP, MSN - CNS (Family & Gerontology)

Pittsburgh State University, McPherson Hall, 1701 S. Broadway, Pittsburgh, KS 66762, PH: 620-235-4431

University of Kansas - School of Nursing

The MSN programs are approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: MSN - (Tracks: Clinical Nurse Specialist, Healthcare Informatics, Nurse-Midwife, Nurse Practitioner, Organizational Leadership, Nurse Anesthesia - A master of science degree in nurse anesthesia is offered through the KU School of Allied Health, Public Health Nursing)

University of Kansas, 3901 Rainbow Blvd., Kansas City, KS, PH: 913-588-1640

Washburn University

The MSN programs are approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: MSN - Administrative Leadership, FNP and Adult NP

Washburn University, 1700 SW College, Topeka, Ks 66621, PH: 785-670-1525

Wichita State University

The MSN programs are approved by the KSBON.

Programs Offered: RN to BSN/MSN - Registered Nurse, Bachelors or Masters CNS - Clinical Nurse Specialist, MSN - Nurse Practitioner, MSN - Nurse-Midwifery, MSN - Nursing & Healthcare Systems Administration, MSN & MBA - Dual Degree, Postmaster Graduate Certificates - nurse practitioner tracks

Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount, Wichita, Ks 67260-0041, PH: 316-978-3610

(Source: Kansas State Board of Nursing)