Master of Nursing (MSN)

When we seek something more,
we become something greater.

Ranked #20 in Online Graduate Nursing in the US, #1 Private Online MSN in Ohio and #1 ranked Online MSN among Jesuit Institutions (US News & World Report, 2024)

MSN Programs - Online 

Xavier's 100% online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) programs are designed for registered nurses looking to grow as a nurse leader or move into an advanced-practice provider, managerial, educational or consultative role.

MSN Tracks

• Nursing Education
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Forensics
• Forensics/MS Criminal Justice Dual Degree: See details below
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

MSN/MS (Criminal Justice major) Dual Degree – Online

The only program of its kind in the US! Recognizing the increasing demand for nurses and criminal justice professionals with overlapping skills, Xavier University offers a unique online dual degree program that integrates 2 advanced degree programs. Students would be awarded a Master of Science in Nursing - Forensic Track degree and a Master of Science (Criminal Justice major) degree.

Post-Master's Certificates - Online 

Xavier offers post-master’s certificates 100% online and are available for registered nurses who have already obtained an MSN or higher.

• Nursing Education
• Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
• Forensics
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)

On-Campus MSN: Designed for individuals without a BSN
Accelerated Second Degree Direct Entry MSN Program (MIDAS) - On campus

The 20-month, full-time, campus-based MIDAS program is designed for individuals with a bachelor's degree in another field who wish to prepare for a career as a registered nurse (RN).