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Master of Nursing Snapshot

Enter the nursing workforce as an RN in 4 semesters
Curriculum: Full time
Length: 4 semesters
Format:  On campus
Entry Term: Spring and Fall
Priority Review Application Deadline:Spring: July 15, 2025 / Fall: October 15, 2025
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Master of Nursing Prespecialty Snapshot

Become a master’s-prepared RN and continue your education to become a Nurse Practitioner, Nurse-Midwife or other advanced practice nurse
Curriculum: Full time
Length: 4 semesters, then varies by specialty
Format: On campus 
Entry Term: Fall only
Priority Review Application Deadline: October 15, 2025
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Program Details

Gain a comprehensive foundation in nursing, prepared for practice, further education, teaching or research.

  • Expert, practice-active faculty who are accessible and supportive
  • Robust clinical experiences for a strong nursing foundation
  • State-of-the-art facilities and simulation technology for hands-on learning
  • Scholarship and financial assistance for every MN student
 

After completing the 4-semester prelicensure program, MN Prespecialty students receive a master’s degree and seamlessly continue to advanced practice education via Vanderbilt’s Post-Master’s Certificate (PMC) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs.

  • 4+ additional semesters based on educational path
  • Over $40K in tuition costs savings

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Graduate nursing program in the nation

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NCLEX –RN first-time pass rate for inaugural Master of Nursing class

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Years of educating nurses

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The support and resources at Vanderbilt are phenomenal. The professors are hands-on, personal and available. That is a major difference from my past educational experiences and the reason why I am continuing my education here. ”

Kendra Phillips Lowery

MN‘24

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Vanderbilt professors know so much about what it takes to succeed as a nurse. They do a great job of providing a holistic education. I built a solid foundation that I will apply to my experience entering the nursing workforce."

Sarah Patton

MN‘24

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