Master of Science in Nursing

The College of Nursing at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh offers a MSN program that blends theory and research to prepare bachelor’s degree-holding nurses for advanced nursing roles. The program offers two emphases — Clinical Nurse Leader and Nurse Educator. Both options offer a two-year, full-time, 37-credit curriculum.

Clinical Nurse Leader Emphasis

The College of Nursing’s MSN – Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) program prepares nurses for leadership roles in healthcare. CNLs oversee the care coordination of a distinct group of patients, actively provide direct patient care in complex situations, evaluate patient outcomes and have the decision-making authority to change care plans when necessary.  

Clinical Nurse Leader Fact Sheet

Nurse Educator Emphasis

The MSN – Nurse Educator program prepares nurses for positions as nurse educators in healthcare systems or entry-level faculty members in academic settings. Students acquire advanced knowledge of nursing educational systems, curriculum and change methods, instructional technology, learning environments, communication strategies and teaching skills.