SC

Master's in Nursing
Online

University of South Carolina

USC Online RN–BSN & MSN

  • Columbia
About This Program

USC’s online nursing programs allow registered nurses to advance their education through flexible, stackable degree options while maintaining employment.

Student Reviews
What You'll Learn

Leadership in nursing, advanced clinical knowledge, healthcare policy, education methods, and specialty practice competencies.

For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
Online RN–BSN coursework, MSN core classes, specialty NP tracks, clinical practicums, and optional DNP preparation.
Typical Course Topics
1. Health Assessment for Advanced Practice 2. Pathophysiology for Nurses 3. Pharmacology for Advanced Nursing 4. Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice 5. Population Health Nursing 6. Clinical Leadership in Nursing
Program Specializations:
AGACNP
FNP
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
RN-BSN requires an active RN license, Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or diploma, and minimum GPA of 2.5-3.0. MSN entry requires a BSN, RN license, minimum 3.0 GPA, one year of nursing experience, and specific prerequisites like statistics.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: ADN/RN license for BSN; BSN for MSN
β€’ GRE/GMAT: Not Required
β€’ TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)

Application Materials (Typical)

β€’ Statement of Purpose: Required
β€’ Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
β€’ Resume: Required
β€’ Transcripts: Official transcripts required

Application Timeline

Most programs have rolling admissions or deadlines in early winter for fall admission. Check the official program website for exact dates.

Career Opportunities in AI

Graduates expand career options into advanced practice, education, and leadership roles.

Industry Data: The following salary and job data reflects typical industry trends for AI professionals, not specific to New York University. Individual outcomes vary based on skills, location, and experience.

Estimated Industry Salary
Registered Nurse (BSN): $81,000 Nurse Practitioner (MSN): $121,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
6.0%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Registered Nurse (RN) 2. Nurse Practitioner 3. Clinical Nurse Leader 4. Nursing Educator
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include major hospital systems, outpatient clinics, public health agencies, and community health centers.
Program Details
Duration
  • 3 Year
Tuition
  • 26,896
Format
Online
Specializations
AGACNP
FNP