Find Your MSN Program

Nationally accredited, the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) prepares students in advanced theory and practice in a specialized clinical area of nursing. Graduate students in APU's MSN programs are equipped to assume functional, advanced practice roles as clinical nurse specialists, family nurse practitioners, adult-gerontology nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners, or school nurses, and may elect a secondary specialty in administration or education. The combination of theory, research, and professional development also readies graduates for doctoral study in nursing.

Graduates are eligible to apply for state advanced practice certification or credential in their specialties. They may also write national certification examinations where these are offered through specialty boards.

MSN Program Specialties

Students pursuing a MSN programs also complete coursework for a specialized clinical area of nursing:

• MSN in Healthcare Administration and Leadership
• MSN in Nursing Education
• MSN with CNS Specialties
• MSN with NP Specialties
• MSN with School Nurse Services Credential (SNSC)
• MSN with SNSC and FNP Specialty
• MSN with SNSC and PNP Specialty

Students who have earned a bachelor's degree in a non-nursing field may enroll in our entry-level master’s program. Nurses who already have an MSN from other institution may enroll in a post-master’s certificate program.

School of Nursing Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master’s degree in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice at Azusa Pacific University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The traditional baccalaureate nursing program, upper-division transfer (2+2/LVN to BSN) programs, entry-level master’s program, and the nurse practitioner program are approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing. Azusa Pacific University (APU) is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC).