School of Nursing

Change Lives with a Master of Science in Nursing Advance your nursing career with a master’s degree

Gain a leg-up in an exciting and ever-evolving industry by earning your master’s degree in Nursing. The MSN program will prepare you for advanced career opportunities in healthcare. By earning your master’s degree in this high-demand field, you’ll gain opportunities to serve as a leader in clinical settings or educate future nurses in academic environments.

CCNE
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
100%
online classes
12-24
months to complete

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30
Total credits
30 total credit hours for RN to BSN to MSN curriculum
CCNE
Accreditation
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
39
Total credits
39 total credit hours for BNS to MSN curriculum
128
Practicum hours
Complete the required 128 hours of practicum experience

Program Highlights

Become a leader in your field

Enjoy freedom and flexibility

Tailor your schedule to your needs with 100% online classes

Choose your pathway

Whether you have your RN or BSN, our program prepares nurses for leadership and educational positions

Accelerate your professional journey

Finish your degree in as few as 12-24 months

Curriculum

Coursework includes

30 total credit hours for RN to BSN to MSN curriculum
Course code Course name
NURS 550 Advanced Pharmacology
NURS 560 Advanced Pathophysiology
NURS 570 Advanced Health Assessment

Admissions

Admission requirements

Required materials

  • Application
  • Official transcripts for the last degree earned
  • Current, unencumbered registered nurse license in your state of residence
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Program requirements

30 credits
Minimum
Complete a minimum of 30 graduate level credits in the MSN program at UB
128 hours
Practicum
Complete the required 128 hours of practicum experience
5 years
Time limit
Complete the degree requirements within 5 years from matriculation into the program

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Which Nursing program is right for you?

Which Nursing program is right for you?
Item ADN RN to BSN BSN ABSN
Format On-campus Online, asynchronous On-campus On-campus, accelerated
Duration 20 months, part time One academic year plus a summer semester. 2.5 years (5 semesters) 15 months
Start term Spring, summer, fall Spring, summer, fall Fall Spring, summer
Bachelor’s degree required? No No No Yes
TEAS scores required? Yes No Yes No
RN license required? No Yes No No
Completion of prerequisites required? Yes No Yes (See details) Yes (See details)

Invest in yourself

Paying for graduate school doesn’t have to be stressful. There are a variety of federal, state, and private financial aid programs available, including grants, scholarships, and student loans. The Office of Financial Services is ready to connect with you and guide you toward achieving your goal of a college education.

Financial Aid Info

Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Graduate students with a BSN transferring from another institution can apply for admission.

Where our Nursing graduates work

  • Hartford Healthcare
  • Mount Sinai
  • Mass General Brigham
  • Yale New Haven Health
Ranked #5 most affordable and best value, #7 most popular, and #9 best overall by research.com for 2026 Affordable Degree Guide

Recognition

Awards and rankings

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

Accreditation

Accreditations

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