Master in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (Master's)

For Master in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (Master's), applications for the Jan 2027 intake are due by Dec 15, 2026, and tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change; prospective students should contact the admissions office for current rates..

This programme prepares registered nurses to become educators in clinical and academic settings. Students study evidence-based teaching methods, curriculum development, and learning theory. The programme emphasizes applying educational principles to real-world nursing instruction. It is designed for nurses with clinical experience seeking to transition into teaching roles.

Focus areas include Nursing Education, Curriculum Development, Teaching and Learning Strategies, Evidence-Based Instruction, Transformational Leadership.

The programme requires completion of coursework in nursing education, teaching methodologies, and leadership. It includes a practicum component focused on instructional design and delivery in healthcare settings.

Graduates typically work as nursing instructors in colleges, universities, or clinical training environments.

Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and have at least two years of clinical nursing experience. A minimum GPA and official transcripts are required. The application also requires a resume and letters of recommendation.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. On-campus and online formats available; full-time and part-time options; typically completed in two years. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 83% of applicants.

ECPI University’s current model centers on accelerated, career-focused education. Students can choose diploma, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs, with many available online, on campus, or in both formats. Five-week terms and year-round scheduling support continuous progress, with bachelor’s degrees available in as little as 2.5 years and associate degrees in as little as 1.5 years, depending on the program, schedule, and applicable transfer credits.

Academic options cover Technology and Engineering Technology, Nursing, Health Science, Business, Criminal Justice, and Culinary Arts. Technology programs include cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, software development, UX and web development, networking, and engineering technology. Nursing pathways include LPN, ADN, and BSN options with labs and clinicals. Health Science offerings include medical assisting, imaging, and physical therapist assistant programs. Business and Criminal Justice programs address administration, analytics, IT management, security, policing, and justice careers.

Students may study at one of ECPI University’s 16 locations or through its online campus. Virginia Beach is the university’s home city, while other listed locations extend across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. Admissions are rolling, with multiple start dates throughout the year. Applicants submit an application and any required transcripts or documents. Transfer credits from accredited institutions are evaluated case by case. Financial aid options may include grants, scholarships, work-study, loans, and military or veteran education benefits.