MSN Programs in South Carolina

A master's in nursing is a proactive choice for registered nurses with a baccalaureate nursing education who would like to pursue advanced nursing practice careers. Master's nursing programs in South Carolina offer a variety of areas of concentration including advanced practice nursing, nurse educator, nurse administrator, nursing informatics and others. Listed below are the programs offered in the state of South Carolina with their accreditation information, concentration options and contact information.

South Carolina was ranked as one of the most unhealthy states in the country by United Health Foundation in 2007. The master's in nursing or MSN can help meet the state's demands for advanced practice nurses, nursing faculty, nurse administrators and nurses who will practice in medically under served locations. Graduates of the master's nursing degree programs in the state of South Carolina will be prepared for advanced professional nursing positions and are eligible to sit for national certification in their respective areas of concentration.

The South Carolina Office of Research & Statistics reported that in 2005 only 7% of registered nurses practicing in South Carolina held a master's degree and only 1% held a doctorate.This means the job outlook is positive for graduates of a master's nursing program. Graduates will also be positively impacting the nursing shortage in South Carolina in any specialty they choose to pursue, particularly in nurse faculty positions. Master's nursing programs are the essential step for nurses who would like to pursue one or more career paths in advanced nursing practice as well as doctorate level education.

Master's Nursing Online Programs Offered in South Carolina

University of Phoenix College of Health and Human Services

University of Phoenix offers a number of Online Master of Science in Nursing programs. These programs are CCNE accredited. They are designed for those nurses who want to take their careers to the next level and pursue more advanced positions in today's challenging health care environment. Click on a program to request free information from University of Phoenix to learn more today.

Walden University School of Nursing

Graduates of the Walden Master of Science degree program in Nursing will be readily prepared to become leaders in their profession. They will be capable of contributing to positive social change in their own communities and throughout the world. Request free information from Walden University to learn more.

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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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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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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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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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing

The MSN - Health Care Systems Management program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).

Program Offered: MSN - 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 - (Nurse Leader)

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Rush University - College of Nursing

The Rush University - College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Programs Offered Online: Advanced Generalist MSN, MSN Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, Community/Public Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)

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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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Saint Xavier University - School of Nursing

The Saint Xavier University MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader program is CCNE accredited. Graduates are eligible to sit for the AACN national CNL certification exam. The School of Nursing is recognized as a Center of Excellence in Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing, one of only 15 schools of nursing in the nation to receive this honor.

Programs Offered: Online MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader

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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 (Focus on Teaching and Research)

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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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Schools Based in South Carolina Offering MSN Programs

Medical University of South Carolina

The nursing programs are CCNE accredited. The Undergraduate program is approved by the South Carolina Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, Board of Nursing.

Programs Offered: Accelerated BSN, RN to BSN, RN to MSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Nurse Administrator, Nurse Educator, Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner), DNP, PhD, Post-Doctoral

Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC, PH: 843-792-6683

Clemson University

The University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: CNS - Child/adolescent nursing or Adult/gerontological nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Education, Nursing Administration)

309-H Edwards Hall, Clemson, SC 29634, PH: 864-656-1437

University of South Carolina

CCNE accredited programs

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, MSN - (Concentrations: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Clinical Specialist, Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Community/Public Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, Dual Degree – MSN/MPH, Nursing Administration, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner/Specialist or Clinical Specialist), DNP, PhD

1400 Greene St, Columbia, SC 29201, PH: 803-777-3861