The graduate of this program is prepared in nursing education, nursing administration, or advanced practice nursing. Consistent with Bellarmine?s goal to prepare leaders for our society, graduate students in nursing will be able to lead change, promote health, and elevate nursing care in various roles and settings.

The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Nursing builds on the baccalaureate degree. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of students, while maintaining a sound academic program in nursing. Each student identifies educational goals with a faculty advisor and maintains a close liaison with the advisor throughout the program of studies.

This program allows flexibility through hybrid courses, which blend on-campus and online learning, and may be ideal for students with professional or personal obligations during the typical work week.