Nursing Master's Degree Programs in the State of Maine
Students enrolling in a master's degree program will need to have earned their baccalaureate degree in nursing prior to applying, unless the applicant is applying to an RN or ADN to MSN program. Other requirements such as the GRE, MAT or graduation from an NLN or CCNE baccalaureate program may also be required. It is important to inquire with the school you plan to attend as to what their specific requirements are.
Most registered nurses applying for MSN programs have been working as a registered nurse for more than a year and have a pretty good idea as to the area of specialization they want to focus on. Specializations include nurse practitioner, nurse anesthesia, education, administration, clinical nurse specialist, psychiatric practice, and many others.
Online Nursing Master's Degree Programs Offered in Maine
Though specialization is a critical focus in the master's program, most will also offer general study in topics such as nursing research, health care ethics, nursing theory, public policy, leadership and management skills, and other areas of general health care studies. Online MSN or Nursing Master's Degree formats are frequently offered through some of the country's most well known nursing schools, including those in Maine. Precepts can often be arranged locally and most schools offer assistance. Inquire with the schools below to learn more about their programs and if they fit your needs.
Campus Based Master's Programs in Maine
Husson College
Program Offered: Master of Science in Nursing - Family and Community Nurse Practitioner and Master of Science in Nursing - Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nursing
The MSN programs at Husson College are CCNE accredited.
- Husson College
1 College Circle
Bangor, ME 04401-2999
PH: 941-7191
St Joseph's College of Maine
Programs Offered: MSN - Education and MSN - Administration
The St. Joseph's College of Maine MSN programs are CCNE Accredited and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.
- Saint Joseph's College of Maine
278 Whites Bridge Road
Standish, ME 04084
PH: 1-800-752-4723
University of Southern Maine
Programs Offered: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP), Adult Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist, Family Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Adult Psychiatric/Mental Health Clinical Nurse Specialist & Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Leader, and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Master of Science in Nursing and Master of Business Administration, RN to MSN (with all of the specialization options just mentioned), Master of Science in Nursing for Non-Nurses with a Baccalaureate Degree - The Options Program, and Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing for Certified FNP, ANP, and WHNP
- College of Nursing and Health Professions
University of Southern Maine
Lewiston-Auburn College
51 Westminster Street
Lewiston, Maine 04240
PH: 207-753-6552
University of New England
Program Offered: Master's of Nurse Anesthesia
The nursing programs at the University of New England are accredited by The National League for Nursing (NLN) and approved by the Maine State Board of Nursing.
University of New England (two campus locations)
- University Campus 11 Hills Beach Road Biddeford, ME 04005 PH: 207-283-0171
- Westbrook College Campus 716 Stevens Ave. Portland, ME 04103 PH: 207-797-7261
