Online MSN
The graduate program in nursing is designed for working nurses who are interested in the masters degree to further careers in nursing education, nursing management/administration, or palliative care.
Core nursing courses required of all MSN students
NSG 500 Research Inquiry and Utilization in Healthcare 4 credits
NSG 501 Policy, Economics, and Organization in Healthcare Delivery Systems 3 credits
NSG 502 Ethical Issues 2 credits
NSG 503 Health Promotion/Disease Prevention 2 credits
NSG 504 Cultural Diversity in Healthcare Populations 3 credits
NSG 505 Professional Role Development 2 credits
Nursing Education Requirements
NSG 606 Advanced Health Assessment Through the LIfespan 3 credits
NSG 617 Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology and Pharmacology 3 credits
NSG 609 Philosophy and Theoretical Foundations for Nursing Education 3 credits
NSG 611 Clinical Practicum 2 credits
NSG 612 Nurse Educator Practicum and Seminar 3 credits
NSG 613 Scholarly Project 2 credits
or
NSG 614 Thesis 6 credits
NSG 615 Educational Methods and Strategies 3 credits
NSG 616 Assessment and Evaluation in Nursing Education 3 credits
Nursing Management/Administration Requirements
NSG 600 Theories and Principles of Nursing Management 3 credits
NSG 601 Nursing Informatics 3 credits
NSG 602 Human Behavior in Organizations 3 credits
NSG 603 Management of Fiscal Systems 3 credits
NSG 604 Clinical Systems Management 2 credits
NSG 605 Nurse Manager Practicum and Seminar 2 credits
NSG 620 Nurse Manager Clinical Practicum 3 credits
NSG 613 Scholarly Project 2 credits
or
NSG 614 Thesis 6 credits
Palliative Care
NSG 606 Advanced Health Assessment Through the Lifespan 3 credits
NSG 613 Scholarly Project 2 credits
or
NSG 614 Thesis 6 credits
NSG 630 Theories and Principles of Palliative Care 3 credits
NSG 631 Advanced Clinical Pathophysiology in Palliative Care 2 credits
NSG 632 Palliative Care Nursing Clinical Practicum 2 credits
NGS 633 Advanced Pharmacology in Palliative Care 3 credits
NGS 634 Palliative Care Nursing Practicum and Seminar 3 credits
NSG 635 Communication and Listening in Palliative Care 3 credits
The program offers a traditional two-year (five semesters) program or part-time option
(ten semesters) for either option after the baccalaureate in nursing degree is completed.
Students interested in participating in the online MSN program must submit an online
application for admission. For additional information, please contact 1-877-862-1952.
Tuition for the online Master of Science in Nursing program in $410 per credit hour. All
online courses have a $50 per credit hour fee. Total cost is $460 per credit hour
for the online MSN program. The only additional fees will be for textbooks, a $79
Certified Criminal Background/Immunization Verification, and a $100 graduation fee.
1. Only the amount that will be paid by the employer can be deferred. The entire
amount will be subject to interest charges until the student's portion is paid.
2. A letter from the employer stating that the employee is eligible for tuition reimbursement
will be required each semester. Depending upon the employer's tuition reimbursement
requirements, a copy of the policy from the company may be sufficient. This letter
should be submitted to the Business Office.
3. The employer should make McKendree the payee (or at least the co-payee) on the
check.
4. Deferment period will terminate 30 days after the date grades are issued.
5. The balance will be subject to interest charges if payment is not received within
30 days from the date grades are issued.
Follow these steps to have your eligibility determined for all financial aid including
loans:
1. Complete a FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. You will be using the previous year's Federal Income Tax forms.
2. List McKendree University on the FAFSA. McKendree's school code is 001722.
3. You will receive a SAR (Student Aid Report).
4. Once the student has registered for classes, McKendree Office of Financial Aid
will review your SAR to determine your eligibility. There may be additional paperwork
to complete at this time. The Office of Financial Aid will notify you of what is
needed. Once all documentation is received, an award letter will be prepared and
sent to you.
To check on the status of your FAFSA you may call: 1-800-433-3243.
