Advance Your Nursing Career With a Name Employers Trust
A Master of Science in Nursing Built on a Legacy of Excellence
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs at Edgewood University are grounded in a long-standing tradition of nursing excellence. Recognized as one of the region’s most respected nursing programs, our graduates are known for their clinical excellence, professionalism, and compassionate patient-centered approach. Healthcare employers trust the high standards that define an Edgewood nursing education.
You’ll hear it often – “I graduated from Edgewood.” It’s more than an answer to a common question asked by colleagues and leaders. It reflects confidence and the deep sense of pride that comes from learning alongside nurse educators who are deeply connected to clinical practice and student success.
With six MSN degree pathways aligned to a range of career goals, we will help you move forward with purpose. Prepare to step into advanced practice or leadership roles backed by a reputation that opens doors across healthcare settings – respected where it matters most and equipping you to lead with confidence.
Designed to Fit Your Life and Your Professional Goals
Edgewood’s online MSN does both: flexibility and connection. Advance your career on your schedule with part or full-time pacing, multiple start dates, and clear pathways to doctoral study – while collaborating and learning alongside peers and faculty in a supportive, connected community.
With six start dates and rolling admission, you don’t have to wait for a single enrollment window. Begin your MSN when the timing is right for you.
| Academic Term | Start Date |
| Spring I | 1/20/26 |
| Spring II | 3/23/26 |
| Summer I | 5/18/26 |
| Summer II | 7/6/26 |
| Fall I | 8/24/26 |
| Fall II | 10/19/26 |
With part-time and full-time options across all six MSN pathways and a built-in MSN-to-DNP option, you decide how and when to move forward. You can expect the length of most classes will be 8 weeks.
Personalized Support from Day One
Experience the Edgewood Difference:
- Intentionally small cohorts that ensure individualized support
- Experienced faculty committed to mentorship, not just instruction
- Advisors who listen first and know your name guide you toward your professional goals
- Small clinical rotation groups designed for hands-on learning and personalized feedback
- Shared foundational coursework that builds leadership skills and confidence across pathways
Our curriculum infuses leadership, critical thinking, and confidence into every MSN pathway. We prepare students with the skills every advanced nurse needs regardless of their role.
Edgewood nurses are educated within a Dominican tradition that emphasizes compassion, respect for human dignity, and service to the common good. These values shape how our nursing alumni advocate and care for their patients, lead within their communities, and make ethical decisions in complex healthcare environments.
One Degree. Multiple Pathways.
Our School of Nursing is deeply committed to advising excellence. We meet you where you are, listen carefully to your professional goals, and provide guidance to help you choose the MSN pathway where you can make the greatest impact. Shared foundational coursework is built-in, ensuring every student develops the same strong leadership skills and clinical foundation while gaining clarity and confidence in their pathway.
Administration (Comprehensive)
Develop leadership skills in curriculum, budgeting, and organizational strategy as you prepare for your roles in nursing leadership, administration, or faculty, shaping patient care through thoughtful systems and strategic decision-making.
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Build deep clinical expertise while strengthening your ability to lead care teams, improve patient outcomes, and support practice across healthcare settings.
Education
Prepare to educate, mentor, and guide future nurses while developing the leadership skills needed to influence learning, practice, and patient care.
Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGPCNP)
Prepare to deliver holistic primary care for adults and older adults with a curriculum centered on advanced clinical practice and leadership. This AGPCNP MSN supports your growth as both a practitioner and a healthcare leader.
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
Develop the specialized knowledge to influence patient care, support nursing teams, and improve outcomes across healthcare systems. The CNS MSN prepares you for advanced practice grounded in clinical expertise and leadership.
Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult Gerontology
Advance your career as an expert clinician and educator focused on adult and older adult populations. This CNS-AG MSN emphasizes evidence-based practice and system-level leadership.
Comprehensive
Strengthen your impact as a nurse leader, educator, or advanced practitioner with a program designed to broaden your expertise across policy, systems, teaching, and evidence-based practice.
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Expand your scope of practice to deliver primary care for individuals and families at every life stage. The FNP MSN provides the advanced assessment, diagnostic, and clinical skills needed to lead patient-centered care.
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Build the clinical insight and therapeutic skills needed to assess, diagnose, and treat mental health conditions across the lifespan. The PMHNP master’s program prepares you to support emotional well-being in every care setting.
Katie Poole, DNP, BSN-RN
Associate Dean, School of Nursing
“Our students are prepared to hit the ground running. Strong board pass rates, employer feedback, and immediate career placement tell our story. Here, you’ll gain more than board readiness—you’ll develop the leadership, critical thinking, and whole-person approach that sets Edgewood graduates apart.”
Take the Next Step
Your Nursing Career Deserves The Highest Standard
Join a community of nurses known for clinical excellence, leadership, and compassionate care. An Edgewood University MSN delivers advanced education backed by a trusted reputation, empowering you to advance your career and make a bold impact, wherever your role takes you.