MSN PROGRAM

ELEVATE YOUR EDUCATION. INCREASE YOUR IMPACT.

Keep Advancing as a Nurse

Do you want to make meaningful contributions as a nurse leader? The University of Tulsa’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program prepares you with practical knowledge to help you make a real difference.

At TU, you’ll receive one-on-one support from our accomplished faculty, who take the time to understand your goals and set you on the right course to achieve them. You’ll gain the clinical knowledge necessary to deliver effective care as well as soft skills — such as communication, critical thinking, and self-care — that make for well-rounded nurse leaders.

If you’re a graduate of TU’s RN to BSN program — or a TU Accelerated BSN graduate who has a 3.0 or greater GPA and passed the NCLEX-RN® — you’ll be granted priority admission to the online MSN. Continuing your nursing education at TU allows you to take the next step toward leadership with just 30 additional credit hours and 200 practicum hours. TU graduate students will receive priority admission to the on-campus Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program.

TU nurses rise to meet the health care needs of the moment. Bring your motivation to improve patient well-being, and we’ll provide the tools you need to increase your impact.

Earn Your MSN Online at TU

Our online MSN is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) and serves active, BSN-educated nurses who want to continue advancing their professional skill set.

The core curriculum emphasizes the 3 Ps — pathophysiology, health promotion, and pharmacology — to prepare strong, clinically competent nurses. Each student will complete a final capstone project with other students from across MSN disciplines.

The online MSN degree offers three specialty tracks so you can develop skills in your preferred area of focus:

  • Leadership and Innovation. Emphasizes key leadership skills such as cross-discipline communication, budgeting, staffing, and performance measurement

  • Education and Elevation. Prepares nurse educators with pedagogical theories and strategies, assessment and evaluation tools, and curriculum development tools

  • Public Health Global Vision. Develops skills related to population health and wellness, public health promotion, and disease prevention — both locally and globally

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Explore Your Career Potential With an MSN

The online MSN program prepares you to take the next step in your professional development. Take a look at some potential careers you can reach with this degree*:

LEADERSHIP AND INNOVATION TRACK

CHIEF NURSING OFFICER (CNO)

Median Annual Salary: $152,547

DIRECTOR OF NURSING

Median Annual Salary: $104,262

CHARGE NURSE

Median Annual Salary: $86,854


PUBLIC HEALTH GLOBAL VISION TRACK

MEDICAL DIRECTOR, COMMUNITY HEALTH

Median Annual Salary: $230,206

NURSE CONSULTANT

Median Annual Salary: $95,965

INFECTION CONTROL PRACTITIONER (ICP)

Median Annual Salary: $87,171

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH NURSE

Median Annual Salary: $85,733

EDUCATION AND ELEVATION TRACK

CLINICAL NURSE SPECIALIST (CNS)

Median Annual Salary: $105,993

DIRECTOR OF NURSING EDUCATION

Median Annual Salary: $103,960

NURSE EDUCATOR

Median Annual Salary: $88,028

NURSING CURRICULUM DEVELOPER

Median Annual Salary: $76,611

*Salary data from Payscale

Curriculum & Courses

Designed for active registered nurses with a bachelor’s degree in nursing, the online MSN program is built on 30 credit hours, which includes 18 credit hours of foundational nursing courses, 9 credit hours of specialty track courses, and 3 credit hours for a final capstone project. The MSN program also requires 200 practicum hours to apply the concepts you’ve learned within a clinical setting.

The MSN is offered in an eight-week format with multiple starts each year, which provides the flexibility for busy, working nurses to enroll in just a single course per term if needed.

Online MSN Courses

NSG 7113 Advanced Theoretical Frameworks of Nursing (3 credits)

NSG 7123 Research and Evidence-Based Practice (3 credits)

NSG 7133 Health Care Policy (3 credits)

NSG 7143 Health Promotion (3 credits)

NSG 7153 Pathophysiology (3 credits)

NSG 7163 Pharmacology (3 credits)

Leadership and Innovation Track

NSG 7213 Leadership and Management (3 credits)

NSG 7223 Innovation in Nursing (3 credits)

NSG 7233 Budget and Finance (3 credits)

NSG 7603 Capstone (3 credits)

Education and Elevation Track

NSG 7313 Curriculum Development (3 credits)

NSG 7323 Assessment and Evaluation (3 credits)

NSG 7333 Teaching Strategies and Engagement Methodologies (3 credits)

NSG 7603 Capstone (3 credits)

Public Health Global Vision Track

NSG 7413 In Sickness and In Health (3 credits)

NSG 7423 Population Health (3 credits)

NSG 7433 Epidemiology (3 credits)

NSG 7603 Capstone (3 credits)

View full course details in The University of Tulsa course catalog.
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“The MSN degree will strategically equip the motivated nurse with the tools necessary to successfully navigate leadership roles within current health care, community, and academic settings. Graduating with an MSN degree from The University of Tulsa will offer brilliant distinction as graduates obtain expertise in the specialty areas of leadership and innovation, education and elevation, and public health global vision.”

– Dr. Cassy Abbott Eng, The Oxley College of Health and Natural Sciences Executive Director of the School of Nursing

The health care system needs skilled nurses now more than ever. A master’s degree in nursing can elevate your position as a strong leader who can find strategic solutions to challenges in modern nursing. Explore some of the top benefits of earning your MSN:

  • Fast, Flexible Advancement. With 30 credit hours of eight-week courses and several start dates a year, TU’s online MSN degree offers the flexibility you need to reach your goals, apply advanced nursing practices, and stand out wherever you are.

  • Specialized Nursing Training. You’ll prepare for high-level roles within your chosen specialty and demonstrate your understanding in project-based assignments that reflect real-world issues in nursing.

  • Excellence in Nurse Leadership. You’ll hone the decision-making abilities needed to lead confidently and improve health care outcomes in the communities you serve.

Tuition Planning

$634 PER CREDIT HOUR
30 CORE CREDITS
FINANCIAL PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE

Are you ready to invest in your future with an online MSN at The University of Tulsa? TU brings you an elite private nursing education at a competitive price and offers pre-semester monthly payment plans for your convenience. Our program equips you with clinical knowledge and leadership skills to achieve your career goals and realize your full earning potential.

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ELEVATE TO LEADERSHIP

We teach the hard sciences alongside valuable soft skills, preparing you to take the lead in your career.

GROWTH-MINDED EDUCATION

We prepare you for continued career growth as an advanced practice nurse as you expand your scope of care.

ACCOMPLISHED FACULTY

Our faculty includes certified nurse educators and advanced practitioners, with 60% holding a doctorate.

COMMUNITY OF CARE

Our educators take the time to provide one-on-one academic support and career guidance.

FUTURE-PROOF PRACTICES

We shape our programs around current industry needs, preparing you to face them with confidence.

REPUTATION OF EXCELLENCE

TU grads are consistently recognized as capable leaders by partner hospitals and patients.

The next class start date is August 24, 2026. Be sure to submit your application by June 30, 2026!

A Flexible MSN Program at an Unbeatable Value

The MSN learning experience is geared toward working nurses through fully online coursework. We’re dedicated to reducing financial barriers to quality education, so our online MSN program is competitively priced at just $634 per credit hour.

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What You Need for Admission

The University of Tulsa is home to ambitious learners with diverse backgrounds and experiences who seek impactful roles in nursing. Please review the following requirements for admission to the online MSN program at TU.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS*

  • Completed application for admission ($60 application fee)

  • Documentation of an active, unencumbered registered nurse license

  • A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited nursing program

  • Professional resume or CV outlining academic and professional experience

  • Statement of purpose (two paragraphs in length)

*Graduates of TU’s RN to BSN program and Accelerated BSN with a 3.0 or greater GPA who pass the NCLEX-RN® are granted priority admission to the online MSN program.

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About The University of Tulsa

Since the School of Nursing graduated its first class in 1973, The University of Tulsa has maintained a long-standing tradition of producing skilled, dedicated nurses. TU’s online nursing programs continue this legacy, fostering academic excellence among learners across the United States and preparing a new generation of competent, compassionate nurses who are shaping the future of healthcare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between an online MSN and an on-campus MSN?

An online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program generally offers more flexibility than an on-campus program. As an online student, you can access your coursework via online platforms, either in live or asynchronous formats, allowing you to complete most of your core requirements around work and life commitments.

Online courses are also often shorter than on-site courses. The University of Tulsa’s online MSN offers eight-week courses and multiple start dates.

What can you do with an MSN degree?

Registered nurses (RNs) with an MSN can qualify for more specific roles or nursing fields that have higher salaries. With TU’s MSN, you can pursue careers in nursing leadership, both inside and outside clinical care, including roles in nursing education, administration, and community health.

Additionally, current nurse leaders with clinical experience can pursue TU’s MSN to develop nonclinical competencies, such as leadership and administration.

What specialties can you pursue through the online MSN program?

TU’s MSN offers three specialization tracks: Leadership and Innovation, Education and Elevation, and Public Health Global Vision.

Graduates of the Leadership and Innovation track can advance in management and executive roles. Graduates of the Education and Elevation track can help shape the future of nursing as educators, curriculum developers, and program experts. Graduates of the Public Health Global Vision track can pursue consulting and director-level roles where they uphold and influence community and occupational health standards.

What are the prerequisites for an MSN degree?

Potential students must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and proof of an active, unencumbered nursing license. Individuals who meet these requirements are encouraged to apply online, where they’ll submit transcripts, a professional resume or CV, and a statement of purpose.