Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N)

Program Description

The Master of Science in Nursing is an online degree offered cooperatively by Georgia Southwestern State University, Columbus State University, and Clayton State University, all fully accredited institutions in the University System of Georgia. This collaboration allows students to enjoy resources from all schools. The 36-38 hour program prepares professional registered nurses for advanced practice nursing roles as culturally competent educators and leaders.
 
The nursing education concentration will focus on preparing nurses to facilitate learning in various environments through the application of knowledge in instructional design, curriculum development, technology utilization, and evaluation of learning.
 
The leadership concentration will focus on developing nursing leaders who are able to influence, design, manage, transform, and evaluate the evolution of nursing services and care delivery.

The Master of Science in Nursing is an online degree offered cooperatively by Georgia Southwestern State University, Columbus State University, and Clayton State University, all fully accredited institutions in the University System of Georgia. This collaboration allows students to enjoy resources from all schools. The 36-38 hour program prepares professional registered nurses for advanced practice nursing roles as culturally competent educators and leaders. 

The nursing education concentration will focus on preparing nurses to facilitate learning in various environments through the application of knowledge in instructional design, curriculum development, technology utilization, and evaluation of learning. 

The leadership concentration will focus on developing nursing leaders who are able to influence, design, manage, transform, and evaluate the evolution of nursing services and care delivery.

Master of Science in Nursing Program Information

MSN Application Information and Checklist

General Application Information

Application for Master of Science in Nursing

MSN Model Program of Study

MSN Curriculum Sheet

MSN Reference Form

Classes scheduled to begin Fall 2012.

Deadlines for admission:

Fall-Preferred Deadline (June 15) and Final Deadline (July 15)
Spring-Preferred Deadline (October 15) and Final Deadline (November 15)
Summer-Preferred Deadline (March 15) and Final Deadline (April 15)

For more information contact our Graduate Program Director-
Dr. Bonnie Simmons
229-931-2281
bjs@gsw.edu