Master in Nursing Education (Master's)

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, and tuition is Graduate tuition is $762 per credit hour. Additional fees include a $150 enrollment fee, $350 technology fee per semester, and certification fees ranging from $315 to $500 depending on the credential..

Graduates are qualified to work as academic or clinical nurse educators. The programme focuses on teaching and learning theories, curriculum development, and assessment strategies for nursing education. Students gain experience with classroom technologies, simulation tools, and skills lab instruction. The curriculum prepares nurses to mentor student nurses and deliver continuing education to licensed practitioners.

Focus areas include Teaching and Learning Strategies, Curriculum Development, Evaluation and Assessment, Pharmacology and Pathophysiology for Educators, Nursing Education Practicum, Simulation and Technology in Education.

The Nursing Education track requires 20 semester hours of major courses, including practicum and transition-to-practice components. Total credits for this concentration are 20, in addition to 19 core credits shared across all MSN options.

Graduates enter roles as academic or clinical nurse educators in colleges, universities, or healthcare institutions.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an ACEN or CCNE accredited institution. A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale is required. Applicants must also have a valid, unencumbered RN license in their state of practice or where clinical experience will occur.

The programme totals about 39 credit hours. Online with one required on-campus visit for the Advanced Physical Assessment course. Full-time and part-time options available. Program length is 7-9 semesters full-time or 12-14+ semesters part-time. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 64% of applicants.

Clarkson College began in 1888 as Nebraska’s first school of nursing. It later established a new campus, expanded its program offerings and adopted a new name. Healthcare remains the central focus, with nine fields and twenty majors covering undergraduate and graduate study. Professional learning options include Basic Life Support, Medication and Nurse Aide courses, offered online or on campus throughout the year. The academic approach combines professional preparation with clinical experience. Faculty members include experienced educators and practicing clinicians, giving students the opportunity to learn from academic and healthcare perspectives. Students may begin contributing to their communities before graduation through their chosen field.

Located in Omaha, Nebraska, Clarkson College operates a close-knit campus with a new Welcome Center and services supporting study, campus involvement and career preparation. The college is an educational partner with Nebraska Medicine and has more than 10 partnerships supporting education and professional growth. Students can take part in campus services, online resources, events and activities beyond the classroom. International students are welcomed alongside undergraduate, graduate, transfer and adult learners. Programs are offered in campus-based and online formats. Financial aid resources include scholarships, grants, loans and payment plans. Healthcare remains central to the student experience, with clinical learning and professional preparation connected across the college’s academic pathways.