RN to MSN Bridge Programs in VA

The RN to MSN degree tracks prepare students for professional nursing roles in advanced practice, nursing education, nursing administration/management and entry to doctorate level nursing programs. Registered nurses with a diploma or associate’s degree in nursing have the opportunity to bridge the BSN and MSN curriculum all in one program. This path allows registered nurses to earn their master’s of science in nursing in a reduced amount of time as compared to first earning a BSN, practicing for two or three years and then pursuing a master’s in nursing.

Curriculum generally consists of core baccalaureate and master’s education requirements. The student’s chosen area of concentration focuses on the most current theoretical and clinical techniques and their application in professional nursing. The diversity of potential students and their schedules demands a flexible option for pursuing higher education. RN to MSN online programs meet this demand, providing students the option to take and complete courses when convenient for them.

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RN to MSN Online Programs Offered in Virginia

RN to MSN online programs have brought career advancement opportunities to registered nurses in Virginia that previously had not had access to such programs. There are only a few RN to MSN programs offered through colleges and universities based in Virginia. An RN to MSN online program is an efficient and convenient path for registered nurses living in Virginia who want to pursue a master’s level education. Below you will find the RN to MSN programs offered in Virginia with the program accreditation information as well as their preferred method of contact.

The RN to MSN generally takes 3 years to complete. An RN to BSN program can be completed in as little as one year. If you are interested in a shorter program read about the RN to BSN programs in Virginia.

Colleges & Universities Based in Virginia Offering an RN to MSN Program

George Mason University

The nursing programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: BSN, BSN – 2nd degree, RN to BSN,RN to MSN – (Advanced Clinical Nursing Concentration, Clinical Nurse Leader Concentration, Joint MSN/MBA Track, Nursing Administration Concentration, Nurse Educator Concentration, Nurse Practitioner), Certificate in Forensic Nursing, Certificate in Nursing Administration, Certificate in Nursing Education, PhD

School of Nursing – College of Health and Human Services,
MS:3C4,
4400 University Drive,
Fairfax, VA 22030-4444,
PH: 703-993-1901

Radford University

The nursing programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, RN-BSN-MSN, MSN – (Concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist, Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Nurse Midwifery), DNP in Fall of 2010

School of Nursing – Radford University,
Box 6964, Radford,
Virginia 24142,
PH: 540-831-770

Shenandoah University

The nursing programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, LPN-BSN, RN to MSN, MSN – (Concentrations: Family Nurse Practitioner, Health Systems Management, Nurse-Midwifery, Psychiatric Mental Health, Nurse Midwifery), Doctor of Nursing Practice, Doctor of Nursing Practice Certificate

Shenandoah University – Division of Nursing,
1775 N. Sector Court,
Winchester, VA 22601,
PH: 540-678-4374

Virginia Commonwealth University

The nursing programs are CCNE accredited.

Programs Offered: BSN, RN to BSN, accelerated BSN, RN to MSN, MSN – (Concentrations: Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Acute Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Adult Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Leader, Nursing Administration and Leadership, Nurse Educator), PhD

1100 E. Leigh St.,
Richmond, VA 23298,
PH: 804-828-0724

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