Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Education Online
Use your clinical knowledge and experience to guide the next generation of nurses.
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Program Overview
Get to Know Our MS in Nursing – Nursing Education Online Program
The future-oriented Master of Science in Nursing – Nursing Education online program at University of Southern Maine (USM) prepares you to teach in entry-level nursing programs in both didactic and clinical courses. The program is based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education and the National League for Nursing (NLN) nurse educator competencies and meets the educational criteria for the National League for Nursing’s (NLN) Nurse Educator Certificate. This program also provides the foundation for continued professional development and for doctoral study.
In addition to the 100% online coursework, gain hands-on experience through 220 hours of practicum experience guided by a preceptor of your choosing and under the direction of an engaged faculty member. Apply your knowledge in practice settings as well as teaching in a variety of situations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Integrate, translate, and apply advanced nursing knowledge and theory to ensure the provision and coordination of person-centered, ethical, high-quality, cost-effective health care.
- Critique, analyze, and disseminate research knowledge, utilizing scientific evidence, and other forms of knowing, as a basis for advanced nursing practice
- Employ advanced nursing leadership skills, systems-based interventions, and effective intra- and interprofessional collaborations to improve health outcomes for individuals, communities, and complex patient populations across the continuum of care
- Utilize advanced nursing competence in technology and information systems to inform and manage the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services
- Engage in activities and self-reflection to develop advanced nursing professional identity and competence in personal, professional, and leadership practice
- Demonstrate competence in the advanced nursing specialty/practice role
- Utilize advanced nursing competencies to ensure all individuals receive person-centered care
- Integrate, translate, and apply advanced nursing knowledge and theory to ensure the provision and coordination of person-centered, ethical, high-quality, cost-effective health care.
- Critique, analyze, and disseminate research knowledge, utilizing scientific evidence, and other forms of knowing, as a basis for advanced nursing practice
- Employ advanced nursing leadership skills, systems-based interventions, and effective intra- and interprofessional collaborations to improve health outcomes for individuals, communities, and complex patient populations across the continuum of care
- Utilize advanced nursing competence in technology and information systems to inform and manage the delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient healthcare services
- Engage in activities and self-reflection to develop advanced nursing professional identity and competence in personal, professional, and leadership practice
- Demonstrate competence in the advanced nursing specialty/practice role
- Utilize advanced nursing competencies to ensure all individuals receive person-centered care
As a graduate of this MS in Nursing online program, you will be prepared to make an impact in educational roles such as:
- Nursing Instructor
- Clinical Nurse Educator
- Nurse Educator
- Clinical Educator
- Nursing Faculty
- Adjunct Instructor
- Nursing Instructor
- Clinical Nurse Educator
- Nurse Educator
- Clinical Educator
- Nursing Faculty
- Adjunct Instructor
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
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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 Education | $443 | $15,948 |
Tuition breakdown:
Calendar
When to Apply, When Classes Start, When Tuition Is Due
The MS in Nursing – Nursing Education 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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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
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The MS in Nursing – Nursing Education 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.
Application Processing Center
University of Maine System
P.O. Box 412
Bangor, ME 04402-0412
Email Address:
[email protected]
Courses
Take A Look at the MS in Nursing – Nursing Education Online Curriculum
For the MS in Nursing – Nursing Education online program, you will complete a total of 12 courses equaling 36 credit hours.

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