Master of Science in Nursing

Students in the Master of Science Degree in Nursing program learn to become effective nursing educators and leaders.

The Master of Science Degree in Nursing (MSN) program offers two specialized tracks: administration and education.

Our expert faculty, interactive online courses and small class sizes will help hone your professional communication and collaboration skills to improve health care outcomes. Our curriculum includes specialty courses related to your chosen track, and core courses in evidence-based practice, leadership, technology innovation in health care and health care policy.

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Program Type:

Graduate

Program Format:

Online

Online Blended

Additional Resource:

MSN Scholarships and Grants

School & Department:

School of Health Sciences
Department of Nursing

Leadership:

Melanie Quilla-Deza
DNP, RN, CNE
Associate Professor, MSN/DNP Program Director

melanie.quilla-deza@msj.edu

100

Years of Preparing Healthcare leaders

Best MSN School in
Southwest Ohio

Nationally

Ranked MSN Online Program

Best MSN Nurse Educator Program in Cincy

Master of Science in Nursing at a Glance

36-39
Credit Hours

$700
Per Credit Hour

Online
Learning Format

CCNE
Accredited

Master of Science in Nursing MSN at the Mount

Accreditations

Mount St. Joseph University is authorized to offer nursing degrees at the baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate levels in addition to nursing graduate certificates by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE) and the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

The University receives its regional accreditation from:

     The Higher Learning Commission
     230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500
     Chicago, IL 60604
     800-621-7440

To learn more, contact: Higher Learning Commission.
Copies of the University’s accreditation can be obtained through the Office of the President.

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Master of Science in Nursing Magelin pre-licensure programs at Mount St. Joseph University are approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing (Certificate of Approval)* Ohio Board of Nursing 17 South High Street Suite 400 Columbus, Ohio 43215-7410 614-466-3947 FAX: 614-466-0388 http://www.nursing.ohio.gov/.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master's degree programs in nursing (MSN-MAGELIN and post-licensure MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Mount St. Joseph are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

MSN and DNP FAQs

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Program Facilities

Click below to view our Nursing Skills Lab and other facilities and equipment at MSJ.

Program Outcomes

The graduate of the Master of Science in Nursing program will be able to:

Provide caring, values-based, ethical leadership as a member of the interdisciplinary health care team to improve patient and population health outcomes.
Promote therapeutic interventions within systems and organizations leading to quality improvement and safety.
Utilize information systems and patient care technology to enhance patient care.
Demonstrate the role of the master’s-prepared nurse as a change agent within professional, social, and political arenas.
Analyze current best practices in the specialty area of study through intellectual debate and inquiry and the synthesis of theory and research.

MSN & DNP Information Session

MSN/DNP Information Session Handout

What's Happening in Health - Ask a Nurse

Designed to Work Around your Schedule and Needs

This graduate degree program is dedicated to meeting your professional and career needs in a flexible, caring, educational environment. The Mount's MSN Program offers:

A program schedule of only six semesters, with summers off.
The part-time MSN program can be completed fully online, enabling students to continue working while pursuing a degree. Students enroll in two 10-week courses simultaneously each semester. Students participate in 2-3 meetings that occur in real-time via online video conferencing with the remainder of the learning taking place via an interactive online environment.
Smaller class sizes and a cohort model enable students to build lasting relationships and provides the ongoing support needed to stay on track.
A relevant practicum and an evidence-based integrative project related to the student’s chosen specialty area.

The Post-Licensure MSN and DNP Nursing Programs at Mount St. Joseph University support individual student success through a variety of methods and services, including:

Individualized student advising including the Advisor registering all MSN and DNP students for every course throughout the program
Access to top-ranked student services, all included in the cost of the MSN and DNP programs:
- The Learning Center: MSN and DNP students benefit from meeting especially with the Writing Center to gain individual consultation at every stage of the writing process to assist in developing, writing, and learning strategies that help students become more effective writers.
- Library Services: Library Services offers a multitude of support services to MSN and DNP students. Students have access to over 24 million electronic journal articles from 100+ databases, as well as over 46 million books in addition to the individualized research assistance offered by the highly qualified Librarians at MSJ.

Launch Experience

The MSJ School of Health Sciences has a legacy of training leaders in nursing professions and continues to prepare students for impactful careers in today's fast-paced society. Here, you gain the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to thrive and deliver compassionate care. With expert faculty, small class sizes, and strong partnerships, students graduate ready to lead with confidence, compassion, and purpose.

Latest Updates

The Mount’s Master of Science in Nursing Ranked #2 Best MSN Nurse Educator Program Near Cincinnati for 2026 by RegisteredNursing.org! November 7, 2025

The Mount’s Nursing Department Featured on Local 12’s “What’s Happening in Health” February 13, 2026

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Students in the Master of Science Degree in Nursing program learn to become effective nursing educators and leaders.

Learn more by attending an info session!

MSN Scholarships and Grants

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Master of Science in Nursing at a Glance

Master of Science in Nursing MSN at the Mount

MSN & DNP Information Session

What's Happening in Health - Ask a Nurse

Launch Experience

Latest Updates

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