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Masters Program

Masters Students in ClassroomToday's almost three million nurses teach, counsel, lead service settings, conduct health research, help people manage health and illness, and take health care into communities. Villanova's College of Nursing curriculum can prepare you for your selected role and a lifetime of leadership. Our graduate is prepared to meet the challenges of a rapidly changing and increasingly complex health care environment.

Each master's level course has been carefully developed to target your needs and complement your other studies.

“The vision and unique contributions of Villanova faculty are evident at every level. Without their example of scholarship, leadership and service, the lessons of nursing as ministry would be hollow.”

Catherine McGeehin Heilferty, MSN ’06 RN
Nursing Education
Senior Research Coordinator, Clinical Trials Office
The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Doctoral student
“A Perspective of Gratitude” MSN Convocation address, May 20, 2006

Your program can be customized further through your selection of electives and an independent study project that refines your investigations into a specialty area. The fully accredited master's program  also lays a strong foundation for those who seek a seamless transition into a doctoral program.

A master's education is your gateway to new ideas and pursuits. Focus on research in your area of interest. Take advantage of premier clinical practice sites. Collaborate with faculty on scholarly endeavors and publications. Share knowledge and experience in classes and through participation in our Research Symposium, where you present your independent study project. Further connect with your colleagues through distance learning.