M.S. in Nursing --Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option)

WGU’s M.S. in Nursing—Leadership and Management (RN to MSN Option) is for registered nurses (RNs) who hold an associate’s degree, already possess nursing experience, and can devote 20 or more hours to their studies.

This direct RN to MSN option prepares you with bachelor’s- and graduate-level coursework to earn your master’s degree. The program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to move into nursing management or administration. You’ll develop best practices in leadership and management, advanced nursing practice, healthcare policy, and the nursing sciences. This is a perfect program for RNs with associate’s degrees who want to become nurse leaders or managers.

*WGU nursing programs are CCNE accredited.