Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership Online
Prepare to improve health care through advocacy and leadership.
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Program Overview
Why Our Online MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership Program Stands Out
The Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership online program at University of Southern Maine (USM) gives you advanced skills in both nursing practice and business management. You will focus on information technology and quality improvement, nursing theory and leadership, organizational behavior, evidence-based practice, and financial management to gain advanced skills in nursing practice, leadership, and business management. As a graduate, you can have a truly important impact in the health care field and join the next generation of health care leaders.
Learning Outcomes:
- Demonstrate an advanced level of understanding of nursing, other sciences, humanities, and theory, and integrate this knowledge to manage and improve nursing care across diverse settings
- Communicate effectively and use leadership skills to foster professional relationships that shape and implement system change while also promoting teamwork, a positive work environment, and delivery of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care
- Translate research into practice through critical appraisal of existing evidence to address challenges, improve practice, and disseminate results
- Utilize technology and information systems to enhance communication, decision-making, and the integration, improvement, and coordination of care
- Use advocacy strategies through the policy process to influence health, health care, and outcomes
- Synthesize broad organizational, financial, economic, client-centered, culturally appropriate concepts to address prevention and population health
- Demonstrate an advanced level of understanding of nursing, other sciences, humanities, and theory, and integrate this knowledge to manage and improve nursing care across diverse settings
- Communicate effectively and use leadership skills to foster professional relationships that shape and implement system change while also promoting teamwork, a positive work environment, and delivery of high-quality, safe, and cost-effective care
- Translate research into practice through critical appraisal of existing evidence to address challenges, improve practice, and disseminate results
- Utilize technology and information systems to enhance communication, decision-making, and the integration, improvement, and coordination of care
- Use advocacy strategies through the policy process to influence health, health care, and outcomes
- Synthesize broad organizational, financial, economic, client-centered, culturally appropriate concepts to address prevention and population health
As a graduate of this MS in Nursing online program, you will be prepared to make an impact in leadership roles and organizational settings such as:
- Nurse Manager
- Director of Nursing
- Clinical Manager
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- Nurse Supervisor
- Nurse Manager
- Director of Nursing
- Clinical Manager
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Clinical Nurse Manager
- Nurse Supervisor
Accreditation
The nursing programs at the University of Southern Maine are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 665 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington DC, 20001, 202-887-6791.
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Tuition
Explore the Benefits of Our Low-Cost Tuition
Our goal is for you to earn a high-quality degree that will help improve your career and income without taking on considerable financial debt.
Tuition breakdown:
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Program |
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MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership | $430 | $15,480 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
Review the Dates You Need to Know
The MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership online program offers convenient multiple start dates each year to accommodate your professional and personal schedules.
Now enrolling:
Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline* | Last Class Day |
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Summer 1 | 5/15/23 | 4/26/23 | 4/26/23 | 5/15/23 | 5/15/23 | 6/30/23 |
Summer 2 | 7/3/23 | 6/14/23 | 6/14/23 | 7/3/23 | 5/15/23 | 8/18/23 |
Fall 1 | 8/28/23 | 8/9/23 | 8/9/23 | 8/28/23 | 8/15/23 | 10/13/23 |
Fall 2 | 10/23/23 | 10/4/23 | 10/4/23 | 10/23/23 | 8/15/23 | 12/15/23 |
Spring 1 | 1/16/24 | 12/27/23 | 12/27/23 | 1/16/24 | 1/15/24 | 3/1/24 |
Spring 2 | 3/18/24 | 2/28/24 | 2/28/24 | 3/18/24 | 1/15/24 | 5/3/24 |
Summer 1 | 5/13/24 | 4/24/24 | 4/24/24 | 5/13/24 | 5/15/24 | 6/28/24 |
Summer 2 | 7/1/24 | 6/12/24 | 6/12/24 | 7/1/24 | 5/15/24 | 8/16/24 |
* The payment deadline for the second session of each term is the same as the first session deadline or ten days from the date of registration.
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Admissions
Follow These Admission Steps for the Nursing Administration and Leadership Program
- The MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership online program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
Admission Requirements:
- 3.0 Minimum GPA
- Statement of Purpose
- Unencumbered Nursing License
This USM online program is currently offered to students located in AK, AZ, AR, CA, CT, DC, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MS, MO, MT, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, VT, VA, and WV.
- Online application
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university
- Minimum 3.0 GPA
- Students with a GPA of 2.75-2.99 may also be considered with:
- Two professional references
- Requisite GRE/MAT scores (GRE: 153 Verbal Reasoning, 147 Quantitative Reasoning, 4.0 Writing; MAT score must rank in the 45th percentile or higher)
- Professional nursing experience may be considered in lieu of the GRE/MAT on a case-by-case basis. Submit a resume or CV that demonstrates your professional nursing experience.
- An undergraduate course in introductory statistics that includes descriptive and inferential statistics completed with a grade of C or higher
- Official transcripts (submitted directly from the granting institution) from all colleges/universities attended
- Current, unencumbered nursing license
- One statement of purpose/essay (in the online application)
Upload your essay in PDF format in the online application or email your essay to [email protected]
Your response must:
- Demonstrate your understanding of the nurse administrator/educator role and reasons for becoming a nurse leader
- Explain your professional goals that will be supported by the Master of Science degree
- Outline the experiences, capacity, and abilities brought to a master’s program
- Document your reasons for choosing USM for this program
Official transcripts (submitted directly from the granting institution) and other supporting documents may be mailed or emailed.
Mailing Address:Application Processing Center
University of Maine System
P.O. Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412
Email Address:
[email protected]
Courses
Check Out the Courses in the Online MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership
For the MS in Nursing – Nursing Administration and Leadership online program, you will complete a total of 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.

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