NC

Master's in Nursing
Hybrid

University of North Carolina | UNC Chapel Hill Online MSN

  • Chapel Hill


About This Program

UNC Chapel Hill’s MSN programs offer nationally ranked education through hybrid formats designed for working nurses seeking advancement.

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What You'll Learn
  • Conduct advanced health assessments across populations
  • Develop evidence-based care plans and pharmacotherapeutic interventions
  • Lead healthcare quality improvement and policy initiatives
  • Manage clinical transitions and patient safety in diverse settings
For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
Typical Curriculum Structure
The UNC Chapel Hill Online MSN is a flexible graduate nursing program launching in fall 2025, offering concentrations in healthcare leadership and administration or nurse practitioner advanced practice, with online coursework, clinical cores, and in-person practicums.
Typical Course Topics
1. Advanced Health Assessment 2. Pharmacotherapeutics for Advanced Practice 3. Pathophysiology for Nurses 4. Healthcare Policy and Leadership 5. Population Health and Epidemiology 6. Clinical Practicum in Primary Care
Program Specializations:
FNP
AGACNP
View the exact, up-to-date curriculum on the official program website
Typical Admissions Requirements
Requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), minimum GPA of 3.0, active RN license, and relevant clinical experience; nurse practitioner tracks often need specific prerequisites like statistics and health assessment.
Academic Requirements (Typical)

β€’ Degree Required: BSN
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 move into advanced practice, education, and administrative leadership roles.

Estimated Industry Salary
Nurse Practitioner: $121,000 Nurse Administrator: $104,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
38%
Projected 2024-2034 (BLS)
Common Career Paths:
1. Family Nurse Practitioner 2. Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner 3. Nurse Educator 4. Healthcare Administrator
Top AI Employers (Industry-Wide):
Top employers include major hospital systems like Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic, community health centers, outpatient clinics, and government health agencies.
Program Details
Duration
  • 3 Year
Tuition
$ 47,000
Format
Hybrid
Specializations
FNP
AGACNP
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