Master of Science in Nursing: Nurse
Leadership
Answer the call for Ethical Leadership
MSN in Nurse Leadership
Houston Baptist University makes earning your MSN in Nurse Leadership flexible, affordable and convenient. Through a blend of 100% online courses and a practicum experience, you can be on the pathway to success in as little as 24 months – from anywhere in the United States.
HBU’s MSN in Nurse Leadership is designed to equip nurses with the critical competencies needed to take on top-level, nonclinical leadership roles in the workplace where your foundation of ethical decision making will help you succeed. At HBU we see each student as an individual, offering personalized, real-time feedback from expert faculty 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 Focus on Ethical and Value-based Nursing
- 24 Month Completion Time – Work While You Learn
- 2 Starts per Year (Fall, Spring)
- MSN Programs are CCNE Accredited
- $17,500 Tuition
- 35 Credits
- Tight-Knit, Supportive Community
- Personal Success Coaching from Day One
- Partnership discounts at many area employers
- Prepares nurses for Nurse Executive Board Certification
Contact us to find out if your employer participates in our Partnership Tuition Discount!
Save the Date! The MSN Spring Orientation is Friday, January 20th!
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MSN in Nurse Leadership Possible Career Paths*:
*Glassdoor.com, February 2022

Nurse Leaders are In Demand
Advance your career and become an impactful nurse leader with an MSN in Leadership.
The MSN in Leadership provides a pathway to administration and leadership roles in hospitals, private practice, government agencies, long-term care facilities, community service organizations, and private corporations.
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
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Primary Care (PNP-PC)
- Nurse Education
- Nurse Leadership
- 100% Online, Asynchronous Coursework
- Practicum & Role Immersion Experiences at Healthcare Facilities Near You
- 24 Month Completion Time at Only 17.5K – Work While You Learn
News & Insights
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A faith-based education allows students to grow in their careers and spiritual lives. Earn a nursing degree online at HBU.
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Travel nurses can find many opportunities across the country as demand, salary, and benefits remain strong. Earn an RN-to-BSN or MSN at HBU.
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Benefits of a Faith-Based College
A faith-based education allows students to grow in their careers and spiritual lives. Earn a nursing degree online at HBU.
What’s Really Going on with Travel Nurse Demand Post-Pandemic?
Travel nurses can find many opportunities across the country as demand, salary, and benefits remain strong. Earn an RN-to-BSN or MSN at HBU.
The Benefits of Earning an MSN Leadership Degree
While many factors go into a successful healthcare operation, few have as much of an impact as the [...]