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Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Student The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) prepares students to focus their practice on the identified health needs of society, become leaders in their field through scholarship, influence the quality of patient care, manage technology and information, gain autonomy in their careers, and develop a lifelong commitment to learning.
A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program is a typical option for the student who is new to the field of nursing. A basic BSN degree program takes four years to complete. During the first year, you'll complete prerequisite courses. The remaining three years will be spent taking nursing courses.