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An Online MSN Built for Working Nurses
Support the next generation of nurses with an MSN in Nursing Education for under $25K.
Earn your master’s.
Advance your career.
Access a program brochure, connect with enrollment and gain a head start on your application.
100% Online Coursework
Complete asynchronous classes from anywhere, with live virtual group projects that build connection and collaboration.
Full- or Part-Time Options
Finish in as few as 17 months full time or 24 months part time.
Local Practicum Placement
We’ll help you secure a practicum in a health care setting near you through our nationwide network.
Affordable Tuition
Earn your MSN for under $25K. Financial aid, scholarships, payment plans and employer tuition support may be available.
Certification Preparation
Nursing education graduates meet the educational eligibility requirement for the National League of Nursing’s 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.
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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 $11,160 in tuition.
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Regional Universities North
Merrimack College was named No. 38 in Best Regional Universities North by U.S. News & World Report (2026).
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 24 months at a part-time pace. Your completion time may vary depending on the number of credits you take each semester.
Yes. Through FAFSA student loans and other options. 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*This applies to new students entering the Summer I 2026 term. Does not roll over to subsequent terms. Does not include MBA, MED, CAGS, Post-MSN Certificate, CPA and CMA Exam Preparation Certificate. Not combinable with other offers (i.e. Double Warrior, Fellowship, Partnership Discounts, etc.) For CSC 6000, credit will be applied to their second course.