ExcelTrack™ Master of Science in Nursing

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Program at a Glance
  • Maximize your professional experience to speed through your nursing courses.
  • Set your learning pace and deadlines, and choose the resources that help you learn best.
  • Work directly with nursing faculty to ensure you've learned the course material.
  • Choose the nurse educator or executive leader specialized pathway.
  • Complete as many courses as you want during each 10-week term for a flat tuition rate.
COURSE EFFORT You Control Your Pace
COURSE LENGTH 10-Week Terms
Course Details
CREDITS REQUIRED 60
TUITION RATE PER TERM $3,200
Ways to Save
How Do I Get Started?

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your education, life, and work schedules.

January 8
March 25
June 10
August 26

ExcelTrack™ Master of Science in Nursing Overview

Designed for highly disciplined, self-motivated learners with strong professional nursing knowledge, the accelerated MSN program gives you the freedom to speed through course topics you know—so you can spend time on the ones you need to learn.*

Here's how the ExcelTrack™ Master of Science in Nursing works:

  • Each course is worth 1 credit and covers a single piece of knowledge or skill so you can move faster.
  • A faculty member monitors your progress to make sure you're ready for the course's final assessment.
  • Take as many ExcelTrack™ courses as you can during each 10-week term for a flat rate of $3,200 (excluding fees).

See the University Catalog for policy and degree plan information specific to this program.


Note: Residents of TN may not enroll in this program.

Purdue Global

The master's degree in nursing program at Purdue University Global is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.CCNEAccreditation.org).

Career Opportunities

Nursing is undergoing a radical transformation, with advanced practice nurses taking on greater responsibilities across the health care industry. Purdue Global’s Master of Science in Nursing builds on your previous nursing education and practical experience, offering you a pathway to leadership and independent practice opportunities.

Top 5 Skills Employers Are Looking for:

  1. Active Learning
  2. Active Listening
  3. Critical Thinking
  4. Social Perceptiveness
  5. Speaking

Top Jobs With This Degree

Labor market, salary, and projected growth information are supplied by Emsi. Average salary range is based on national data. Projected growth represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016–2028) at the state level and is based on your geographic location. Actual outcomes vary by geographic area, previous work experience, and opportunities for employment. Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment placement, salary level, or career advancement. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.

Why Should You Earn a Master’s Degree in Nursing at Purdue Global?

  • Specialize in the nurse educator or executive leader pathway.
  • Faculty- and preceptor-guided practicum or clinical practice experiences in your community are designed to provide knowledge and mentoring specific to your pathway.
  • Current information and techniques are taught by practicing professionals who have advanced degrees in nursing and certifications in areas of specialty.
  • The curriculum includes specialized courses in organizational theory, health care finance, health policy, human resources, information technology, and health care systems to help you prepare for managerial positions and advanced practice roles.†
  • A Master of Science in Nursing provides a foundation for future doctoral studies.‡

Is ExcelTrack™ Right for You?

  • You are a self-motivated, driven student with strong time management skills.
  • You possess a bachelor’s degree in nursing.
  • You have an active, unencumbered RN license in a U.S. state.

If you decide to enroll, you must complete orientation before you start classes.

Learn More About ExcelTrack™

The ExcelTrack™ Master of Science in Nursing includes ExcelTrack™ core and specialty courses and standard online clinical/practicum and final project courses.

Courses are updated regularly by industry experts to ensure they reflect the most recent developments in health care.

Sample Courses
  • Advanced Nursing Roles
  • Scientific and Analytic Approaches to Advanced Evidence-Based Practice
  • Epidemiology and Health Promotion
  • Health Policy, Ethical, and Legal Perspectives of the Health Care System
  • Promoting Optimal Models and Systems for Health Care Delivery
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Choose from two pathways designed to provide further knowledge specific to your advanced role. Each option includes a guided practicum or clinical practice experience. Contact an Admissions Advisor for information on the number of clinical or practicum hours required in your area of interest.

  • Executive leader
  • Nurse educator
Credit Breakdown
  • Core Credits30
  • Elective Credits30
  • Total Credits60

Ways to Save

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  • Transfer Credits

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    Earn credit for prior coursework completed at eligible institutions, including community colleges.

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Cost per Term

$3,200.00 current cost per term
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Get to Know Our Faculty

Purdue Global faculty members are real-world practitioners who bring knowledge gained through the powerful combination of higher learning and industry experience.

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grad hat icon 97% Faculty members who have advanced degrees
diploma icon 45% Faculty members who hold a doctorate
tablet icon 231 Faculty publications in 2018–2019
student at desk icon More Than 50,000 Professional development hours logged by faculty in 2018–2019

Statistics include all Purdue Global faculty members and are not school or program-specific calculations. Source: Purdue Global Office of Reporting and Analysis, August 2019. 2018–2019 academic year.

Program Brochure

Download our brochure to learn more about the ExcelTrack™ Master of Science in Nursing and the benefits of earning your degree at Purdue Global.

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NOTES AND CONDITIONS

*ExcelTrack™ is designed to accelerate progress based on existing knowledge; however, degree pace and time and cost savings will vary by individual. Students must enroll in a minimum number of credits per term to remain eligible for financial aid. Refer to the Financial Information section of the University Catalog for additional information. Enrollees will pay a per-term technology fee of $295.00 and program-specific fees.

†Purdue Global cannot guarantee employment or career advancement. Additional certification or licensing may be required to work in certain fields.

‡The University cannot guarantee that students will be granted admission to any future programs. Speak to an Advisor about transfer credit opportunities and see the University Catalog for the Prior Learning Assessment policy.