Master in Nursing Education (Master's)

The program admits students on a rolling basis, and tuition is Tuition for the programme is charged per credit hour, with the total cost based on the number of credits taken..

This online master's programme is designed for registered nurses with a bachelor's degree and can be completed in about two years. It prepares students for roles in teaching, curriculum development, and clinical instruction within nursing education. The programme includes a 90-hour practicum to provide hands-on experience in educational settings. Students engage in coursework focused on education theory, teaching strategies, and assessment methods.

Focus areas include Curriculum Development, Clinical Instruction, Nursing Education Theory, Simulation-Based Learning, Educational Leadership, Patient and Staff Education.

The programme requires 36 credit hours, with 24 credits in core courses and 12 credits in education-specific courses. It includes a 90-hour practicum experience in a nursing education setting.

Graduates work as nursing instructors, clinical educators, curriculum developers, or staff development coordinators in academic institutions, hospitals, and healthcare organizations.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Applicants must submit official transcripts, a resume, and a personal statement.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. 100% online, full-time or part-time, with an accelerated option available; typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 88% of applicants.

Baker College’s Owosso campus provides a traditional college setting with comprehensive degree programs and student life. The college also operates campuses in Royal Oak, Muskegon, Jackson, Cadillac, and Port Huron, each offering different surroundings and areas of study. Students can choose on-campus learning, online courses, or a combination that fits their circumstances.

The college’s history includes a founding in 1911, online education since 1994, and nonprofit status since 1977. Its academic options include undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as pathways for adult learners, guest students, transfer students, military and veteran students, and dual-enrollment students. Baker’s campus descriptions identify healthcare, business, technology, nursing, and culinary education among its areas of study. Muskegon is home to a culinary institute and nursing programs, while Port Huron is home to the Culinary Institute of Michigan.

International students have a dedicated admission category within Baker’s range of study options. The college offers 24/7/365 wellness support through its Baker Wellness Team. Eligible undergraduate students may qualify for the BeFree Tuition Guarantee, which can cover 100% of tuition costs for online or on-campus study. These options give international applicants several study formats and campus choices to consider when planning their education.