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Master of Science in Nursing

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Admission information
Open a new world of possibilities by becoming a primary clinician as a family or adult nurse practitioner. Change the face of health care as an advanced practice nursing service administrator, or improve and manage the quality of care as a clinical nurse leader. We are here to help you advance your career and secure your future!

Otterbein's advantages for you:

  • Part time, one course per quarter tracks available
  • Courses on line or one evening per week
  • Caring, competent, expert faculty
  • High passage rate on certification exams
  • Arrange your own clinical hours schedule with your preceptor

MSN Majors

Summary of Curriculum Requirements

Credit Hours NSA CNL ANP FNP
Core Nursing Hours 13-16 10 10 10
Specialty Core Hours 8-12 13 13 13
Specialty Hours 18-20 10 24-27 31-34
Total Hours: 42-45 33 46-50 53-57

ADN to MSN
We also offer an accelerated ADN to MSN Program for select registered nurses who hold an Associate's degree.

Distance Learning
Some MSN courses may be taken at our distance learning locations.

Admission Standards, Criteria and Procedures

The Master of Science in Nursing Program is accredited by the National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).