Our Programs

Dedicated faculty, visionary leadership, an immersive curriculum, and incredible students, all committed to Changing What’s Possible.

Our RN-BSN, Accelerated BSN, Master of Science in Nursing, Doctorate of Nursing Practice, and Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing Science programs are taught by skilled, research-helming educators and provide access to interprofessional and clinical opportunities found nowhere else in the state.

Uncover your calling in one of the country’s leading nursing schools. MUSC College of Nursing has a long and distinguished history of more than 140 years preparing the finest professional nurses who care, cure and create new knowledge in improving the health of individuals, families and communities. By educating more than 600 students each year who earn baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees, we continue to change what’s possible in the lives of patients and actively shape the health care of tomorrow.

No matter your career stage, see how you can foster the future of the nursing profession and join the next generation of nurse leaders.

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Prepare to empower patients and promote evidence-based care. Look toward the next stage by applying to one of the College of Nursing’s degree or certificate programs.

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Accelerated BSN

This on-campus, four-consecutive semester Accelerated BSN Program includes classroom, clinical, and lab components that prepares students for RN licensure.

RN to BSN

This online RN to BSN program is designed for Associate Degree or Diploma prepared licensed RNs who desire to expand their scope of practice.

Graduate

Master of Science in Nursing

The Master of Science in Nursing program is offered online and addresses the most contemporary aspects of expert clinical practice.

Post-BSN DNP

This online DNP program prepares nurses for roles as clinical and healthcare policy leaders. Programs are designed for BSN graduates.

Post-MSN DNP

This online DNP program prepares nurses for roles as clinical and healthcare policy leaders. Programs are MSN graduates.

Ph.D. Program

This online Ph.D. in Nursing Science program prepares graduates to pursue a career of research, scholarly publication, and professional leadership.

Graduate Certificate Program

This online Psychiatric Mental Health (PMH) Certificate prepares certified APRNs with skills to provide PMH services across the lifespan.

Programs

Palliative Care

As a leader in palliative care education, the MUSC College of Nursing has been recognized for its holistic approach to emphasizing the value in palliative care.

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Behavioral Health Workforce

The BHWET-CAY Program aims to increase behavioral health providers in rural and underserved communities, addressing behavioral health needs.

Become a Nursing Educator

The MUSC College of Nursing provides education-related courses. These courses are available to students enrolled in our graduate programs. Additionally, non-degree-seeking students interested in obtaining national certification as a nurse educator can also take these courses.

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Faculty

Our dedicated faculty continue to change what’s possible in the lives of patients and actively shape the health care professionals of tomorrow.

Research

Our research attests to MUSC’s progress-leading resources available at the state’s only integrated academic health sciences center.

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