If you aspire to become a Nurse Educator, Nurse Administrator/Leader, or Advanced Practice Nurse in Wyoming then a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree can prepare you for such a career. Below you will find the colleges and universities in Wyoming offering nationally accredited MSN programs.
University of Wyoming Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing
The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing at the University of Wyoming (UW) offers two pathways to a Master of Science in Nursing degree. They offer a BSN to MSN pathway and an RN to MSN Bridge pathway.
The Master’s program at UW is an online MSN program for nurses who seek to become Nurse Educators. The program requires 36 credit hours and is delivered via an online format. One campus visit is required in the Fall for an initial orientation.
Applicants to the BSN to MSN program hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale. Students must also demonstrate clinical expertise either by being nationally certified or by presenting a portfolio of materials supporting their expertise as a clinician. They must also hold a current, active, unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in the state where they plan to perform their education practicum.
Applicants to the RN to MSN Bridge program must meet all of the above requirements plus have completed certain bridge programs.
Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education
1000 East University Avenue
Department 3065
Laramie, WY 82071
(307) 766-4312