Otterbein's Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program

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The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program at Otterbein provides the baccalaureate nurse an opportunity to synthesize knowledge and develop skills for advanced nursing practice, teaching, management and research. There are four majors: Adult Nurse Practitioner, Clinical Nurse Leader, Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Service Administration.

The Post Graduate Nurse Practitioner Programs are designed for students who already have their Master's Degree in Nursing. The Adult Nurse Practitioner and the Family Nurse Practitioner programs provide an opportunity for advanced nursing practice in adult primary care and family care. Students who complete this program would be eligible to sit for certification exams.

To receive information about these programs or to schedule an appointment with the Master of Science in Nursing Advisor to discuss your individual program needs, please call 614-823-3210 or call toll free 1-888-749-8550.

The Nursing Department also offers an accelerated RN to MSN Program for select registered nurses who hold an Associate's degree. Successful candidates will have demonstrated high professional standards and clinical competence, previous academic success, and be a self-directed learner. The RN to MSN student will begin with six transition courses and then move quickly into their choice of majors in the Graduate Program.

Accelerated RN to MSN Program:

Perfect for the self-directed RN
Begin with six transition courses
Quickly settle into the MSN major of choice
Individually precepted clinical experiences
Online courses available

Please call the Office of Continuing Studies at 614-823-1356 for information about this program.

The MSN Program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).