Master of Science in Nursing 

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

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MSN Snapshot

GraduationClassroom
Entry TermFall
FormatHybrid
CurriculumFull time or part time
Length4+ semesters (varies by specialty and curriculum)
Priority Review Deadline October 15
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Program Details: 

Build on your knowledge and experience as a bachelor’s prepared nurse to become a nurse practitioner, nurse-midwife or nurse informaticists with an MSN from a top-ranked graduate program.

  • 13 advanced practice nursing specialties
  • Primarily online coursework with collaborative on-campus sessions a few times each semester*
  • Hands-on learning in state-of-the-art facilities with advanced simulation technology
  • Robust and relevant clinical training in Nashville or your community obtained in partnership with a clinical placement team
  • Scholarship for 100% of full-time students

*Nurse-Midwifery is not an online program and requires in-person classes.

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95%

first-time pass rate for all specialty certification exams

#4

Graduate nursing program in the nation

100%

of job-seeking graduates have jobs in their field within 12 months

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I have had amazing faculty, some who feel more like personal mentors, reminding us why we are there in the first place—which is to help people.”
Anna Upton

Anana Upton

MSN ’23, CPNP-PC

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Vanderbilt has been incredible to me in terms of the opportunities and education they’ve provided.”
Erin Miller

Erin Miller

MSN ’19, CPNP-PC, SANE-P, CPTMP

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Vanderbilt education is revered nationwide and prepared me with a strong clinical foundation that set the trajectory for my career.”
Kaitlin Redd

Kaitlin Redd

MSN ’13, AGACNP-BC

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Vanderbilt gave me the knowledge and confidence to start my nurse practitioner career at one of the top children's hospitals in the country.”
Jessica Gallegos

Jessica Gallegos

MSN’17, CPNP-AC

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Without the exceptional knowledge base, I gained from Vanderbilt and the significant investment my instructors made in me, my career would not have been possible.”
Mike Pogge

Mike Pogge

MSN ’22, AGACNP-BC

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“I gained the necessary building blocks to become an advanced practice nurse and I pull from my education each day. Whether it be with my direct clinical knowledge and expertise, my interactions with my clients, or my understanding of the health care system, Vanderbilt left an indelible mark on all aspects of my professional life.”
Maggie O'Block

Maggie O’Block

MSN’16 , WHNP-BC

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Vanderbilt School of Nursing has been quite honestly one of the most fulfilling experiences I have ever had in my life so far. It’s such a confirmation of everything I’ve ever wanted and known was meant for me.”
Anna Upton

Anana Upton

MSN ’23, CPNP-PC

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