School of Nursing 

Imagine having a professional career you are proud of and look forward to each day. Choosing the right academic program is the first step toward achieving that goal. Furthering your education can also increase your earning potential—rewarding you with higher paychecks throughout your future career.

 

If you are compassionate and enjoy interacting with people, earning a degree online from Kaplan University’s School of Nursing can set you on the right path to a career that is both professionally and personally rewarding. Enjoy the convenience and flexibility of online learning while you prepare for your future on a schedule that fits your busy life.* Use the program comparison chart below to explore your options and determine which Kaplan University program is right for you.

 

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Master

Credits

Who

Master of Science in Nursing

Emphasis Areas:

Nurse Educator and Nurse Administrator

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63 credits

The Master of Science in Nursing program is for RNs who wish to prepare for health care teaching, leadership, and specialist positions; and is designed to provide an educational foundation to pursue doctoral studies in nursing.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

Nursing schools
Community colleges
Universities
Hospitals
Community care centers
Long-term care facilities

RN-to-Master of Science in Nursing

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90 credits for BSN; 48 credits for MSN

If you are an RN and your career goals require earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing AND a Master of Science in Nursing, consider the RN-to-Master of Science in Nursing option. A combination of undergraduate and more advanced graduate-level courses, the RN-to-Master of Science in Nursing option is a convenient route to earning a master’s degree in nursing.

Graduates of this program may pursue these career opportunities:

    Management or administration positions in:
    Various health care organizations
    Small businesses
    Nursing education programs

Bachelor

Credits

Who

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

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91 credits (Note: An additional 90 credits are required from your requisite associate's degree or diploma in nursing)

2 years or less (full-time)

Enrolling in Kaplan University’s RN to BSN degree completion program prepares registered nurses from diverse settings to excel in leadership positions in an ever-changing global health care climate and provides the foundation for the pursuit of graduate studies in nursing. You may have prior work experience or course credits that can be transferred toward your degree.

  
* Some Kaplan University programs are not one hundred percent online; some programs require you to gain hands-on experience in a real-world work environment. Download our University Catalog to explore program details.