Program Introduction
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Duke University School of Nursing is a comprehensive educational journey designed to develop advanced expertise and leadership in the nursing field. The program offers eight advanced practice registered nurse majors and three non-clinical majors, with options to add specialties to customize your course of study. Ranked #1 in multiple specialty areas by U.S. News & World Report, this program provides an innovative curriculum that integrates evidence-based practice, policy development, leadership, and nursing research. The program employs a distance-based learning approach with most coursework offered online, supplemented by on-campus intensives for select courses that provide hands-on learning experiences. The program is designed to allow nursing professionals to pursue their degrees while maintaining their current work-life balance, offering the opportunity to study with globally recognized faculty. For international students, the MSN program requires obtaining an F-1 visa to attend the executive on-campus sessions required by the program. Graduates are prepared for diverse careers as advanced practice nurses, nurse educators, healthcare system leaders, and policy developers, equipped with the skills to develop innovative solutions and improve health outcomes in evolving healthcare environments.
- Language of InstructionEnglish
- Program Length24 months
- Teaching MethodsOffline
- Core Clinical Courses: All advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) majors require the student to complete 11 credit hours of clinical core courses. These provide a foundation for practical experiences and professional expertise development. - Advanced Practice Specializations: Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (acute and primary care), Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, and other clinical specializations - Non-Clinical Majors: Nursing Education, Nursing and Healthcare Leadership, Health Informatics and other administrative and educational expertise - Specialty Certificates: Optional advanced focus areas including oncology, cardiology, endocrinology, HIV, orthopedics, palliative care, pediatric behavioral and mental health, or veterans' healthcare - Evidence-Based Practice: Research methodology, statistics, data analysis, health outcomes evaluation, and other courses focused on scientific evidence for clinical decision-making - Policy and Leadership: Health policy, healthcare systems management, leadership strategies, change management, organizational theory, and other leadership development courses - Health Information Technology: Courses that employ artificial intelligence and data analytics to develop innovative solutions and optimize healthcare processes - Clinical Practicums: Field experience opportunities and guided mentorship allowing students to gain clinical experience close to their home environment
Nurse Practitioner
$95,000 ~ $115,000
Nurse Educator
$75,000 ~ $85,000
Nursing & Healthcare Administrator
$85,000 ~ $100,000
| Intakes | Application Deadlines |
|---|---|
| 2025 Fall | 2024-12-01 |
Admission Requirement
- GPA3.0
100
7.0
- Online ApplicationRequired
- TranscriptsRequired
All post-secondary transcripts
- Personal StatementRequired
- Letter(s) of RecommendationRequired
3 Letters of Recommendation
- Resume / CVRequired
- DegreeRequired
Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from a nursing school accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- Certified English Test ScoresRequired
Required for international applicants
Fees and Funding
$51,984/Year
$15,020/Year
$50