Nursing
Minnesota State Moorhead’s nursing program began more than 50 years ago. Today, the online and on campus programs are meeting the region’s high demand for nursing professionals. We offer an on campus/hybrid Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), an online Registered Nurse (RN) to BSN nursing degree and online graduate nursing degrees.
No matter where you’re at in your nursing preparation, we’ll help you progress to the next step in your nursing career. Self-identify where your education is at to learn more about the nursing program that meets your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions about MSUM’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
MSUM Nursing faculty are doctorally prepared, specialty credentialed, and experienced nurse educators. They are accessible and accommodating and will work with you to ensure you receive the best education possible to advance your nursing practice.
Nursing faculty are experienced with cutting-edge theories for nursing practice and continually incorporate teaching best practices.
For more than 40 years, MSUM has been educating future nurses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. MSUM is recognized as one of the most affordable, high-quality, and long-standing programs in the country, and often receives accolades as a best nursing program by Nursing Degrees.
A study abroad experience will elevate your personal and professional growth by experiencing different populations, environments and health systems, which is not something that can be learned from a book or a class.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the master's degree in nursing program at Minnesota State University Moorhead are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The graduate major in nursing used guidelines from national and specialty organizations to develop a curriculum that prepares nurses for roles in nursing education and nursing administration/leadership of healthcare organizational systems.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing and the master's degree in nursing program at Minnesota State University Moorhead holds pre-accreditation status from the National League for Nursing Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation.
MSUM’s BS in Nursing is designed as an 8-semester program. After completing prerequisite courses and upon acceptance into the nursing program nursing students will progress year round (Fall, Spring and Summer).
MSUM Nursing faculty have all attended trainings to better understand military culture, potential issues military connected, and Veteran students may face, and awareness of the resources available to military connected and Veteran students. We’re creating a more welcoming and inclusive campus for our military connected and Veteran students to elevate their academic success.
Nursing Student Success Stories
Doctoral student presents research on nursing faculty retention
Melissa Wolff, a doctorate student in the educational leadership program, to present at the Student Academic Conference her dissertation, "Faculty Perceptions of Student Evaluation of Teaching (SET) Feedback and Estimated Nursing Faculty Retention."
Hybrid RN to BSN bridges the gap for international nurses
MSUM’s hybrid RN to BSN program bridges the gap for international nurses by offering in-person coursework required for visa compliance. Learn how this innovative pathway is helping nurses advance their careers.
Bridging Cultures: MSUM students explore healthcare in Ireland
Students of the College of Science, Health and Environment had the chance to expand their knowledge in a study abroad trip to Ireland.
Nursing Guiding Statements
MSUM’s nursing programs prepare professional nurses to engage in holistic health promotion and well-being while leading complex and innovative care in an ever-changing healthcare environment.
You might also be interested in…
Integrative & Holistic Health Graduate Certificate | Nurse Educator (NED) Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate | Nursing Administration and Organizational Systems Leadership (NAOSL) Post-Baccalaureate Graduate Certificate | Nursing Masters | Health Services Administration | Healthcare Leadership, Quality and Patient Safety Certificate | Long-term Care Administration Certificate | Master of Healthcare Administration
MSUM’s nursing program provides the most current and essential nursing education and practice. You will build your knowledge on emerging healthcare issues and trends, evidence-based and population-focused practices, leadership, and systems-thinking to impact quality and safety for your career in healthcare. Here is just a sample of nursing careers that are predicted to have job growth in the next 10 years.
What are some Common Nursing Related Careers?
| Career | Job Growth (2021-2031) | Median Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 6% | $77,000 |
| Long-term Care Leader | 28% | $101,000 |
| Community Health Worker | 12% | $49,000 |