Online RN to MSN

RN to MSN

TOTAL COST

$19,775*
NEXT START DATE

May 19, 2025
COMPLETION TIME

31 Months^†
AVG. SALARY PREMIUM
SEMESTER CREDITS

55

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RN to MSN

Turn your RN into a BSN and then an MSN with this accelerated, online program at 番茄视频. It鈥檚 the best overall value for students who plan to get both degrees. You鈥檒l earn a B.S. in Nursing first, learning about population health and nursing informatics, then move on to the M.S. in Nursing. As an MSN candidate, you鈥檒l build advanced core competencies while choosing your path as a nurse administrator or educator. Throughout the entire program, you鈥檒l access the high-quality faculty and state-of-the-art technology that sets ACE apart.

Pursue your RN to MSN at ACE with minimum out-of-pocket costs when you take advantage of your employer鈥檚 tuition reimbursement benefits and our scholarship opportunities.

Why ACE?

Low-Cost, High Quality

You deserve a great return on your educational investment, and we deliver master鈥檚 degrees at a total average cost of $9,500. Our graduates enjoy an average pay increase of over $21,000.鹿 We also award over $1.1M in scholarships and grants each year.

Quality You Expect

We are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Our faculty work in the industries where you work and are committed to your success, contributing to our 86% graduation rate.鹿 Our curriculum equips you with practical strategies you can apply right away, as well as skills to help you advance your career.

Flexibility You Need

Our virtual campus and convenient start dates provide you the flexibility you need to achieve your goals at a time and place that works with your busy schedule. Our student support services are available 24/7 and tutoring is included at no additional cost.

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Tuition

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Total Cost RN to MSN
Total Tuition 55 semester credits x $355 per credit	$19,525
Fees $50 Application Fee $200 Conferral Fee	$250
Total Program Cost	$19,775*

Total Cost RN to MSN

Total Tuition

55 semester credits x $355 per credit

$19,525

Fees

$50 Application Fee
$200 Conferral Fee

$250

Total Program Cost

$19,775*

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Program Details

Majors

Focus of Study

Nurse Administration
Nurse Educator

The RN to MSN program offers a seamless learning experience for those seeking advanced nursing knowledge and expanded professional skills appropriate for a global and increasingly complex healthcare system. Designed to expand competencies in practice, evidence-based decision making, informatics and technological communication skills, and innovative thinking, the degree promotes professional expertise in patient-centered care among diverse and vulnerable populations. The dynamic connection between research, theory and practice prepares students to engage in problem-solving in micro and macro systems and to ensure quality care and patient safety. As leaders, graduates are expected to become change agents to improve people’s health.

Program Outcomes

College Catalog

Start Dates

With flexible start dates, you can begin your program when it’s best for you.

May 19, 2025 Term

May 16, 2025

Application Due

May 16, 2025

Payment Due

May 19, 2025

Term Start

May 23, 2025

Unregister/Cancel Deadline

Jun 22, 2025

Term End

July 07, 2025 Term

August 18, 2025 Term

September 29, 2025 Term

November 10, 2025 Term

January 12, 2026 Term

February 23, 2026 Term

Courses

Here are just some of the courses you鈥檒l take when working towards this program. Visit the College Catalog to see all courses.

NUR5023	Advanced Nursing Research and Practice I	3 Semester Credits
In this course, the student examines multiple theories from nursing and related fields to explore value and application to research and evidence based practice. Specifically, the course explores the use of theory in the design of research and development of nursing knowledge. Knowledge and skills to critique quantitative research studies are developed. Emphasis is placed on applying four criteria for critique: construct validity, internal validity, statistical conclusion validity, and external validity. Students focus on principles of evidence-based practice and synthesize the evidence from studies and arrive at a conclusion.
NUR5033	Advanced Nursing Research and Practice II	3 Semester Credits
This course focuses on qualitative research traditions and the critique of qualitative studies for trustworthiness. Criteria for evaluating qualitative research include credibility, dependability, confirmability, and transferability. The purposes for qualitative research approaches, to include theory development, are explored. Students are introduced to the interpretation and critique of mixed-methods research as well as systematic reviews and meta-analyses. Students integrate evidence from both quantitative and qualitative studies for evidence-based practice and developing patient- centered care guidelines. The relationships between evidence, quality, and outcomes are analyzed. The impact of health policy is explored.
NUR5043	Nursing Leadership: Organizational Systems	3 Semester Credits
Focusing on leadership and management theory, students prepare to lead organizations from a systems perspective. Systems of care and organizational behavior are examined. Students learn to base practice on evidence to ensure the safety, high quality, and cost effectiveness of patient care. Students analyze leadership to effectively apply ethical and critical decision- making skills to lead healthcare teams. Students will explore practice issue or concern and plan for intervention. Practice experience is part of this course 50 hours required.
NUR5053	Quality Improvement and Safety	3 Semester Credits
The focus of this course includes information, skills and processes required to improve quality and patient safety utilizing the Graduate QSEN competencies. Students learn to use health informatics and to base practice on research and evidence to ensure the safety, high quality, and cost effectiveness of patient care. Students acquire the skills to select the methods, tools, performance measures, and standards related to quality and apply quality principles within an organization to improve outcomes.
NUR5063	Patient-Centered Care	3 Semester Credits
This course focuses on knowledge, skills and behaviors needed to design, implement, and evaluate patient- centered, culturally appropriate care for individuals or populations. Students analyze the multiple dimensions of patient-centered care to include patient/family/community preferences, values, culture, communication, and health literacy. Students are prepared to intervene at the systems level through policy development and advocacy to influence healthcare. Additionally, students will evaluate use of information systems and technology in nursing practice.

Featured Faculty

Our real-world coursework is taught by experienced faculty.

Lisa Hawthorne

Department Chair

Jennie Denker

Instructional Faculty

Melissa Bennett

Core Faculty

Robin Murray

Core Faculty

Kimya Nance

Core Faculty

Teresa Gaston

Adjunct Faculty

Alice Martanegara

Adjunct Faculty

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"ACE has programs that are affordable, manageable and easy to follow."

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"The support and professionalism at ACE allows me to feel valued and empowered."

"The calendar and coursework is predictable allowing students to manage all of their responsibilities and coursework."

RN to MSN

$19,775*

May 19, 2025

31 Months†

55

High Quality Online Education You Can Afford

Let鈥檚 Get Started

RN to MSN

Why ACE?

Low-Cost, High Quality

Quality You Expect

Flexibility You Need

Tuition

Total Cost RN to MSN

$19,525

$250

$19,775*

Program Details

Majors

Focus of Study

Program Outcomes

Start Dates

May 19, 2025 Term

July 07, 2025 Term

August 18, 2025 Term

September 29, 2025 Term

November 10, 2025 Term

January 12, 2026 Term

February 23, 2026 Term

Courses

Featured Faculty

Lisa Hawthorne

Jennie Denker

Melissa Bennett

Robin Murray

Kimya Nance

Teresa Gaston

Alice Martanegara

Vanessa Segura

Admission Requirements

ACE General Admission Requirements

Program Admission Requirements

International Transcript Requirements

English as a Second Language Applicants

31 Months^†