The MSN curriculum prepares nurses for a variety of roles with different populations and in several subspecialties. For nurses with a BSN, MSN specialties are available for students seeking expertise in the clinical arena to work as nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, or nurse educators. Other possibilities include the field of nursing administration, nursing informatics, and joint degrees with the School of Public Health and the School of Business. For nurses with an MSN clinical degree, a Post-MSN nurse practitioner program is available.
Students may choose the path which best serves their career goals and meets their needs to ensure successful completion of the coursework. Preparation for advanced study in nursing at the MSN level is available in a variety of roles and specializations: