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An Online MSN Program Designed To Fit Your 
Life and Budget.
Advance your nursing expertise and gain the skills to pursue careers in population health or nursing education with Merrimack College’s Master of Science in Nursing program. Complete your degree for $24K.
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Study Your Coursework 100% Online
Complete asynchronous coursework from wherever you are and participate in live, virtual group projects that foster connection and collaboration.
Full-Time and Part-Time Options
Complete your degree in as few as 17 months (full time) or 28 months if completing one course per term (part time).
Complete Your Practicum Near You
With a vast network across the country, we’ll work with you to secure a practicum placement in a health care setting close to where you live.
Enjoy an Affordable $24K Tuition
Earn your degree and advance your career at an affordable price. Financial aid, scholarships and payment plans are available, and your employer may offer tuition support.
Prepare for Certification
Nursing education graduates meet the education eligibility requirement for the National League of Nursing’s Certification for Nurse Educators (CNE) exam.
Prepare for Your New Nursing Career
Designed for working professionals, Merrimack’s affordable online MSN program provides you with the option of preparing for a career in population health or nursing education. Benefit from personalized support from faculty and staff while you complete our 40-credit program. You’ll study on your own schedule online while completing an in-person clinical practicum near you to apply what you’ve learned in the real world.
Choose From Two Concentrations:
MSN – Population Health Concentration
Merrimack’s MSN in Population Health equips nursing professionals with the skills to address population-specific health challenges through advanced clinical practice, evidence-based interventions and data-driven solutions.
Coursework topics include social determinants of health (SDOH), using data to track health disparities, identifying gaps in care coordination and developing targeted interventions to improve patient engagement and health equity.
MSN – Nursing Education Concentration
Merrimack’s MSN in Nurse Education prepares nurses to become innovative educators, focusing on pedagogical excellence and curriculum development for clinical, classroom and online settings.
Coursework topics include simulation-based learning and scenario design, curriculum development and student learning assessment.
Key Dates and Deadlines
Post-MSN Certificate in Nursing Education
For nursing professionals who already have a master’s degree, Merrimack also offers a Post-MSN Certificate in Nursing Education. Students complete three online courses and a 200-hour, in-person clinical practicum. This certificate can be completed in as few as five months for $10,800 in tuition.
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Merrimack College was named No. 39 in Best Regional Universities North by U.S. News & World Report (2025).
NECHE-Accredited
Merrimack College is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).
Why Merrimack
Merrimack makes it easy for you to earn your master’s in nursing online.
- Our 100 percent online program enables you to complete your coursework while honoring your work and personal commitments.
- You can earn your degree at a full- or part-time pace.
- There are three start dates, so you can begin the program at the time of year that works best for you.
- We offer two concentrations and a post-master’s option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Students in the online MSN program are required to complete 40 credit hours. Students typically earn their degree in 17 months at a full-time pace or 22 months at a part-time pace. Your completion time may vary depending on the number of credits you take each semester.
Yes. Students have a variety of options to fund their education. Request more information, and an enrollment advisor will contact you to answer your questions.
Connecting with an enrollment advisor will help you:
- Understand the program admissions criteria and know whether you are eligible to apply.
- Gain insight into application best practices and how to submit a strong application.
- Know what to expect in your online classroom, including the level of faculty interaction, program outcomes and more.
- Have an immediate line of support for questions.
Ready To Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career?
Learn more about Merrimack’s Master of Science in Nursing program.
Contact an Enrollment Advisor