Open more doors with your Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree.
Expand your credentials and advance your nursing career.
Learn how our flexible online MSN program stands apart.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and Post-Graduate NP Certificate programs at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, 202-887-6791.
FLEXIBLE OPTIONS FOR EARNING YOUR MSN DEGREE
Choose from six start dates (including midterm starts). Whether you are looking to fast-track your degree or take a lighter course load, we offer individualized study plans.1
ONLINE + HANDS-ON LEARNING
Master new skills through immersive virtual simulations, high-tech learning tools and hands-on clinical lab experiences.
ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT
We encourage your success through practicum support, tutoring, mentorship, writing assistance and more.
POPULAR ROLE SPECIALTIES
We offer popular role specialties in the MSN program: Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Nurse Executive.
Ready to open more doors in your nursing career?
Lead the future of your specialty with an MSN degree.
Earn your master’s degree in nursing and choose one of our role specialties to expand your skill set and qualifications in an area of focus. Our MSN program offers self-paced options and a fully accelerated1 pathway.
Learn how our MSN program is designed to fit your lifestyle.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Choose from popular role specialties:
Family Nurse
Practitioner (FNP)
Role Specialty
Online coursework +
one required on-campus clinical intensive
RN to MSN
10 trimesters (3.3 years)1
59 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
BSN to MSN
8 trimesters (2.7 years)1
50 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Role Specialty
Online coursework +
one required virtual clinical intensive
RN to MSN
11 trimesters (3.7 years)1
64 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
BSN to MSN
9 trimesters (3 years)1
55 credit hours + 754 practicum contact hours
Nurse Executive
Role Specialty
Online coursework +
optional on-campus immersions
BSN to MSN
6 trimesters (2 years)1
36 credit hours + 290 practicum contact hours
PATIENT CARE BEYOND THE BEDSIDE
Our role specialties prepare you to influence patient care, whether as a nurse practitioner or nurse executive.
Family Nurse Practitioner
Become the primary care provider for your patients, with the ability to diagnose conditions, prescribe medication and manage chronic and acute illness.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Deliver specialized psychiatric care through assessment, diagnosis, medication management, and therapy, while also engaging in case management, policy, advocacy, education, and research.
Nurse Executive
Lead interprofessional teams, optimize workflows, and make decisions that impact patient care across the healthcare continuum.
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The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that offers degree programs in nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech-language pathology, healthcare education, as well as continuing education programs.
Founded in 1979, USAHS has locations in San Marcos, California; St. Augustine, Florida; Miami, Florida; Austin, Texas; and Dallas, Texas.
USAHS is institutionally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC), 1080 Marina Village Parkway, Suite 500, Alameda, CA 94501, (510) 748-9001, www.wscuc.org.
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1 Time to completion may vary by student, depending on individual progress , traditional vs. accelerated pathway, credits transferred, and other factors.
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