Online Master of Science in Nursing
Why choose Northwest University for your MSN?
Designed For Working Nurses
Have a schedule that fits your life. Classes are 100% online with practice experiences that may be completed at clinical agencies near you.
Expand Your Influence
Many organizations require a master’s degree for positions of leadership. Our program is designed for nurses to expand their skills and knowledge, move their career to the next level, and contribute to the profession of nursing.
One Nursing Class At A Time
Make your learning more focused and manageable. Complete one class every 8 weeks and move to the next course.
Focus On Your Passion
Work with an experienced faculty mentor to tailor the MSN Scholarly Project to your specific nursing interests. Courses are designed to help you build and successfully complete the MSN Scholarly Project.
Personal Academic Support
We want your educational journey to be successful, and we are here to help. Several resources are available for our online students – qualified and caring professors, academic advising, and 24/7 online tutoring.
Local And Global Education Experiences
Join faculty for unique educational travel experiences. The local and global immersions enhance your nursing skills, cultural competency, and leadership ability.
An Affordable Investment
Our degrees are competitively priced. Financial aid is available. An investment in your education can deeply impact your career for the rest of your life.
Expert Faculty
Work with distinguished professors who have extensive training and rich, diverse experiences. Our professors draw from academic scholarship, research, and real-world professional experience to offer a holistic learning environment.
Integrate Faith With Learning
Learn in a program within the framework of a Christian worldview. Students are challenged to integrate their own individual faith with academic theory and applied skills.
Accredited At The Highest Institutional Levels
The Master of Science in Nursing degree program is approved by the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission (NCQAC).
Application Deadlines
Fall – July 1st
Spring – December 1st
Summer – April 1st
Admission Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited BSN degree.
- Minimum of 18 months part time (1/2 time) to full time clinical nursing practice in direct client care. Employer verification required.
- Clinical RN nursing practice is current and within two (2) years of application to the MSN Online Program.
- Current and unencumbered RN license in Washington state.
"Our commitment is to provide our MSN students with a practical and applicable education that impacts the profession of nursing locally and internationally. Graduates of our program are prepared to tackle the changing healthcare landscape as the next generation of change agents, innovators, and leaders."
Erin-Joy Bjorge DNP, RN, CNE, COI
Dean
Buntain College of Nursing
Put Our 80+ Years of Experience To Work For You.