Master of Science in Nursing:
Nurse Education

Educate the ethical nurses of tomorrow

All MSN students who enroll for our January start will receive $2,000 off the total tuition.

MSN in Nurse Education

Houston Baptist University makes earning your MSN in Nurse Education flexible, affordable and convenient. Through a blend of 100% online courses and a practicum experience, you can earn your degree in as little as 24 months – from anywhere in the United States.

HBU is dedicated to improving the nursing educator shortage. At a time where the need for professional nurses continues to grow, passionate nurse educators are needed now more than ever. The MSN in Nurse Education program trains nurses to take on educator roles in a community college or hospital setting.

HBU’s MSN in Education is designed to promote professional development in clinical and academic settings. At HBU, we see each student as an individual, offering personalized, real-time feedback and one-on-one support to help ensure your success.

  • 100% Online, Asynchronous Coursework
  • Practicum & Role Immersion Experiences at Healthcare Facilities Near You
  • Faith-based Education with a Holistic Approach
  • 24 Months Completion Time – Work While You Learn
  • 2 Starts per Year (Fall, Spring)
  • MSN Programs are CCNE Accredited
  • $18,000 Tuition
  • 36 Credits
  • Tight-Knit, Supportive Community
  • Personal Success Coaching from Day One
  • Partnership discounts at many area employers
  • Prepares graduates for CNE Certification + ANDP

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MSN in Nurse Education Possible Career Paths*:

$104,789

Nurse Educator

$96,087

Clinical Nurse Educator

$70,253

Nursing Instructor (College)

*Glassdoor.com, February 2022

MSN in Leadership Graduate

Nurse Educators are In Demand

Impact the next generation of nurses and improve community health systems with an MSN in Nurse Education.

Requirements & Admission Information

  • Online, No Fee Application
  • Current RN Licensure (anywhere in the US)
  • Interview with the Program Director
  • Resume
  • Completed your BSN with a 3.0 GPA (lower than 3.0 will be considered on a case-by-case basis).

Financial Aid

You may be eligible for financial aid through the Federal Financial Aid program. To find out your eligibility and what you may qualify for, complete and submit a current FAFSA application at www.studentaid.gov (Houston Baptist University school code: 003576). Payment plans are available to accommodate students’ personal finance and employer reimbursement needs.

Master’s in Nursing Program Features

Four In-Demand Online MSN Programs at HBU:

  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care (PNP-PC)
  • Nurse Education
  • Nurse Leadership

Flexible, Affordable and Convenient

  • 100% Online, Asynchronous Coursework
  • Practicum & Role Immersion Experiences at Healthcare Facilities Near You
  • 24 Month Completion Time – Work While You Learn

Learn Comprehensive Skill Sets Valuable to Employers

In order to meet the need for highly trained nursing staff in Texas hospitals and healthcare facilities, the online MSN programs follow an industry-aligned format. Program competencies blend employer requirements and those of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing AACN Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing and the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties ensuring that the curriculum is high quality and targeted to the skills you need to succeed today. Our MSN curriculum is student-centric and personalized, blending online courses with direct, hands-on experiences. Learning outcomes are industry-aligned, utilizing next-generation technology, and strongly supported by clinical/practicum and preceptor experiences.

Tight-Knit Community and Personalized Support

As a student at HBU, you are provided with a supportive and tight-knit community from day one. Instead of learning in crowded lecture halls, students receive real-time, personalized feedback while working online as well as at leading healthcare facilities to master their skills. Individualized faculty support guides you along the way through coursework and hands-on clinical/practicum and preceptor experiences.

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