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.

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What You'll Learn
  • Advanced health assessment and diagnosis across populations
  • Evidence-based interventions for patient care management
  • Leadership skills for healthcare systems and policy advocacy
  • Clinical decision-making in complex nursing scenarios
For detailed, official program information including specific curriculum, faculty, research opportunities, and application requirements:
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Typical Curriculum Structure
The USC Online RN–BSN & MSN is an online bridge program for registered nurses, advancing from a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) completed in 12-18 months to a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) focused on advanced clinical practice and leadership.
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)

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

Application Materials (Typical)

• Statement of Purpose: Required
• Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
• Resume: Required
• 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.

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Career Opportunities in AI

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

Estimated Industry Salary
Registered Nurse (BSN): $81,000 Nurse Practitioner (MSN): $121,000
Total compensation (entry to mid-level)
AI Job Growth
6%
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.
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Program Details
Duration
  • 3 Year
Tuition
$ 26,896
Format
Online
Specializations
AGACNP
FNP
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