Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing
Improve the lives of others as an MSN-prepared nurse
Realize your passion for helping people and fulfill a critical societal need with the Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing accelerated program. Designed for students with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field, this prelicensure program prepares you to take the NCLEX-RN exam and become an RN.
Benefit from a low 1:8 faculty-to-student ratio for practicum with hands-on clinical experience in leading Chicago health care systems, and courses that build leadership and critical-thinking skills. With an MSN, you can also pursue advanced-practice roles such as a nurse practitioner.
100% NCLEX-RN Pass Rate*
20 Months
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Robust Courses Help You Excel in Any Healthcare Setting
Enhanced by 612 hours of clinical experience, Direct Entry MSN courses offer a comprehensive perspective, including evidence-based practice, nursing across the lifespan, population health and leadership competencies that prepare you to rise in nursing through the following courses and more.
Accreditation
The master’s degree program in nursing at North Park University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001, (202) 887-6791.
MSN-Prepared Nurses are Highly Valued
Many people who shift their career into nursing are seeking a more meaningful profession, where they can help others and make an impact on their community. But the nursing profession can be both emotionally and financially rewarding, especially as a master’s prepared nurse with advanced practice credentials.
Nursing Jobs
Registered Nurse $93,600 per year1
Registered Nurse (RN), Critical Care $95,779 per year2
We Are Recognized for Excellence
North Park University is regularly ranked among the best universities in the region by several organizations. Current highlights include:
About North Park University
Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, North Park University is city-centered, intercultural, and emerging as the model for Christian higher education in 21st-century America. As a collaborative learning community that celebrates the richness of cultural differences, North Park welcomes individuals from all faiths. Located in Chicago, the private university is proud to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.
Sources and Disclaimer
- Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Registered Nurses” Retrieved April 28, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
- Payscale. Average Registered Nurse (RN), Critical Care Hourly Pay. Retrieved May 28, 2025 from https://www.payscale.com/.
*The Direct Entry MSN program received a first-time pass rate of 100% (2024).