RN to BSN Bridge Programs in Wisconsin
The RN to MSN, also known as ADN to MSN, programs offered in Wisconsin allow registered nurses with an associate's or diploma in nursing to transition through the baccalaureate education and into the master's education moving directly into leadership and advanced practice nursing roles. Some of the more popular specialization options include nurse educator, nursing management or administration and various advanced practice areas.
Courses generally cover the core areas of nursing research, professional practice and clinical as well as courses in the student's chosen area of concentration. Students carrying a full time course schedule can often complete an RN to MSN programs in three years. More flexible options are available, including online formats. The online RN to MSN is a popular option for many registered nurses with varying or full work schedules and those that do not live within a convenient distance of a nursing school.
Many areas of specialization are offered through online RN to MSN programs, with the exception of advanced practice. Online RN to MSN programs with the advanced practice specialization are a bit limited due to clinical requirements. Those that do offer advanced practice specializations with clinical requirements make every effort to arrange clinical sites near or in the student's local geography or region. This being said, there are some available and they can be found listed below along with the other specializations that prepare nurses for positions in high demand. Many of the online programs carry national accreditation by the CCNE or NLNAC. You may also be interested in the RN to BSN programs in Wisconsin.
RN to MSN Online Programs in Wisconsin with no Residency Requirements
Walden University School of Nursing
Graduates of Walden University's M.S. degree program in Nursing have the knowledge and skills to be 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. The Walden University RN - M.S. programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited.
Programs Offered: RN - M.S. (Concentrations: Leadership and Management, Informatics, and Education)
Capella University
Capella University offers a Master's in Nursing (MSN) Nurse Educator Bridge program for registered nurses that have a bachelor's degree in another area and a current RN license. This program is ideal for those that are interested in becoming nurse educators or clinical nurse leaders.
Programs Offered: Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) - Nurse Educator Bridge Program
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Loyola University New Orleans - School of Nursing
Loyola University New Orleans offers an MSN - Health Care Systems Management and an MSN - BLEND program designed for RNs to enter the MSN program without a BSN. These programs are accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC).
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American Sentinel University - School of Nursing
The RN to MSN completion program is offered online and accepts RN's with current licenses and either a community college degree or a nursing diploma. Courses are open for enrollment once a month. Get more information today.
Programs Offered: RN to MSN Online (Tracks: Nursing Management and Organizational Leadership, Case Management, Nursing Education, and Nursing Informatics), RN to BSN
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Frontier School of Midwifery & Family Nursing - Distance Education
The Frontier School of Midwifery and Family Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of College and Schools.
Programs Offered: ADN - MSN Bridge Nurse Midwifery (accredited by ACME), ADN - MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC), and ADN - MSN Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (accredited by the NLNAC). FSMFN also offers an online DNP program accredited by the AACN.
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Graceland University
All nursing programs at Graceland University are CCNE accredited. Practicums are completed in the student's community. The FNP specialization requires a four day on-campus focus session during the BSN portion and two more on-campus focus sessions to during the MSN portion.
Online Programs Offered: RN to MSN - (Specializations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Educator/Clinical Nurse Specialist) Applicants specify their specialization interest after contacting the schools and during the application process.
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Western Governors University - Nursing
Western Governors University offers an online RN to MSN degree program for registered nurses with an associate's degree. 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.
All of the Western Governors University nursing programs are Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) accredited. The Online RN to MSN programs are currently accepting applications. Request information today.
Programs Offered: RN to BSN, RN to MSN - (Tracks: Nursing Education or Nursing Leadership & Management)
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Nursing Schools Based in Wisconsin Offering RN to MSN Programs
Marquette University
Marquette University College of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Learn more by requesting information today!
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University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
UWM provides an RN to MSN program designed for Registered Nurses that would like to expand their career opportunities. Request information today!
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Marian University 45 S. National Ave. Fond du Lac, WI 54935-4699 1-800-2-MARIAN |
Marquette University College of Nursing 414-288-3812 |
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire College of Nursing and Health Sciences Nursing Rm 101 Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004 715-836-5287 |
University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Nursing K6/287 Clinical Science Center 608-263-5200 |
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