Program Overview

Master of Nursing Program

The Master of Nursing (MN) program at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing is an accelerated pre-licensure program that provides students without a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with a comprehensive foundation in nursing. The program equips students to deliver high-quality, comprehensive care in a changing healthcare environment as Registered Nurses (RNs).

Program Overview

The MN program is designed to be completed in 4 full-time, in-person semesters. Students who complete the program are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Exam for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN). The program has two paths: the Master of Nursing generalist nursing degree and the Master of Nursing Prespecialty path, which guarantees a spot in a preferred Post-Masters Certificate specialty program after completion of the MN degree.

Program Highlights

• Accelerated Program for Non-Nurses: The MN program prepares students to become RNs or advance to a specialty in just 4 semesters, with no BSN required for admission.
• Fall & Spring Starts: The program admits students in January and August each year and requires 66 credit hours over 4 semesters.
• In-Person Format: MN courses take place in a full-time, face-to-face format, requiring students to live within daily commuting distance of Vanderbilts campus.
• Robust Clinical Experience: The integrated, accelerated curriculum includes clinical hours across multiple spheres of care, age groups, and populations.
• Focus on Health Equity & Justice: The program has a unique focus on health equity and health justice, encouraging students to see patients through a holistic and health equity lens.

About the Program

Students in the MN program master the skills and knowledge required of registered nurses, as well as introductory clinical teaching skills and advanced competency in interprofessional teamwork, nursing leadership, and nursing informatics. Graduates are equipped to provide patient care in various settings, including providers offices, hospitals, long-term care facilities, schools, clinics, and imaging centers.

Continuing Education

Credits from the MN program can be applied to Vanderbilts Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree program, saving time and money for those who wish to continue their education.

Accreditation

The Master of Nursing program at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Commitment to Students

Vanderbilt University School of Nursing fosters an inclusive learning environment and is committed to being a school where students can belong. The support and resources available to students are designed to aid them in their pursuit of the MN degree.