Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Administration Online
This MSN program is tailored for students seeking a chief nurse, director or executive position, but is also beneficial for RNs interested in other roles. Coursework includes management theory, practice and policy — as well as marketing and informatics.
Program Overview
Get to know our 100% online MSN in Nursing Administration program
Lamar University is proud to offer an online master’s degree in nursing administration, a popular degree choice for many post-baccalaureate nursing students around the country. Designed to deepen your clinical, theoretical and research skills, our MSN in Nursing Administration online allows you to develop the knowledge and skills you need to assume more of a primary care role as healthcare reform creates greater demand for access to quality care.
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In this master’s in nursing administration online program, you will:
- Develop the knowledge and skills you need to assume more of a primary care role as healthcare reform creates greater demand for access to quality care
- Gain expertise in strategic management, resource management and creating a safe, supportive and inclusive practice environment
- Learn effective strategies for assessing and improving the quality and cost-effectiveness of care delivery
- Develop the knowledge and skills you need to assume more of a primary care role as healthcare reform creates greater demand for access to quality care
- Gain expertise in strategic management, resource management and creating a safe, supportive and inclusive practice environment
- Learn effective strategies for assessing and improving the quality and cost-effectiveness of care delivery
Career outcomes for the online MSN administration program include:
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Nurse Administrator
- Director of Nursing
- Nurse Informatics Director
- Legal Nurse Consultant
- Chief Nursing Officer
- Nurse Administrator
- Director of Nursing
- Nurse Informatics Director
- Legal Nurse Consultant
Accreditation
The Master of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science in Nursing and program certificates in nursing at Lamar University in Beaumont, TX, are accredited through 2025 by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). Contact ACEN by mail at 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326, by phone at 404-975-5000 or visit acenursing.org.
Tuition
Learn more about our affordable program tuition
The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Administration online. Our tuition is affordable and can be paid by the course.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program* |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN – Nursing Administration | $397 | $1,192 | $14,697 |
*University fees are included in the tuition listed. University fees are able to be covered by Financial Aid if you choose to apply and are qualified.
Total program cost depends upon transfer hours and program advisement relevant to program requirements. For more information, contact a Lamar University enrollment specialist.
Financial Aid
Ready to get started on your degree program online but need help finding ways to fund your education? We can help you discover student financing sources that include grants, loans and other payment options. Learn more about financial aid here.
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Calendar
Important dates you need to know
Our master’s in nursing administration online program features multiple start dates to accommodate your busy schedule. Find the start date that works best for you and apply before the application deadline associated with it.
| 8 week courses | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Payment Due | Last Class Day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/16/25 | 12/26/24 | 1/2/25 | 1/7/25 | 3/7/25 |
| Spring II | 3/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 3/10/25 | 5/7/25 |
| Summer I | 5/29/25 | 5/8/25 | 5/15/25 | 5/20/25 | 7/31/25 |
| Fall 1 | 8/21/25 | 8/7/25 | 8/7/25 | 8/15/25 | |
| Fall 2 | 9/29/25 | 9/15/25 | 9/15/25 | 9/23/25 |
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Admissions
Being admitted to our online MSN administration program
The Master of Science in Nursing Administration online program has specific requirements that applicants must meet to enroll. Please read the admission guidelines to ensure you qualify.
Admission Requirements:
- Online Application
- Official Transcripts
- 3.0 GPA
- Current RN License
- Complete online application and pay a one-time application fee of $25
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- GPA of 3.0 overall or higher (or for the last 60 hours of college coursework). This includes any graduate hours that may have been acquired.
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- A Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from a nationally accredited nursing program such as the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and/or ACEN
- Current unencumbered, verifiable Registered Nurse (RN) license from any state in the United States covered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing
- College statistics course with a grade of “C” or better. Conditional admission without statistics course but must be completed prior to MSNC 5311 (Nursing Research). Students are strongly recommended to repeat college statistics if they have not had it within the past five years.
Send all required documents to:
Lamar University Online AdmissionsPO Box 10017
Beaumont, TX 77710
OR
Submit electronically to [email protected]
*All applicants must submit official transcript(s) indicating: 1) The conferred bachelor's or master's degree as required for the program of application from a regionally accredited US institution or its equivalent. 2) The transcript of the most recent attendance if it differs from the institution of the conferred degree. This requirement applies regardless of the length of time in attendance and regardless of whether credit was earned or is desired. However, if a department or program wishes to review additional transcripts from prior attendance for decision purposes, the department or program may directly request the applicant to submit the official transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions for processing. Students must be eligible to re-enter all colleges and universities previously attended. Failure to disclose previous college attendance is justification for revocation of acceptance and dismissal from Lamar University.
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Courses
A look at the MSN in Nursing Administration online curriculum
Lamar University’s nursing administration degree online consists of 37 credit hours, 22 of which are specific to the nursing administration track.
During your last two semesters, you will be involved in Practicum courses. Your Practicum will generally be in a hospital setting both semesters. The first Practicum course consists of 96 clock hours and the second course consists of 64 hours.
