Graduate Programs
Seton Hall’s M.S.N. in Nursing Administration and Executive Nurse Leadership is a flexible, 100% online program that prepares nurses to lead in today’s complex healthcare systems. Learn from practicing nurse executives and advance your leadership potential.
The M.S.N. in Nursing Administration and Executive Nurse Leadership program prepares nurses to shape healthcare policy, drive strategic decisions, and oversee high-quality care across diverse systems.
This asynchronous online program is taught by experienced nurse leaders — including the program director, a former NJ Board of Nursing executive director — and offers students strong mentorship, opportunities to engage in faculty research, and access to federally funded interprofessional initiatives.
Accreditation & Awards
"This program prepares nurses to lead at the highest levels by combining a flexible online format with expert instruction and executive-level clinical experiences."
Admissions Requirements
- Baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing from an N.L.N.A.C., A.C.E.N., or C.C.N.E. accredited program;
- For recent BSN graduates, acceptance will be granted post NCLEX passing by August 15th of the year admitted to the program; proof of one year full-time employment is required prior to the start of practicum courses (year 2).
Deadlines
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Fall Semester
August 1
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Spring Semester
December 15
Curriculum Overview
The curriculum focus is on the evolving set of skills required in an integrated healthcare delivery system including informatics, marketing, reimbursement, risk management, negotiation and corporate integrity. The program also provides administrative practicums which foster and support immersive experiences with nurse executives in various healthcare settings.
Students completing this 35-credit program are eligible to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Nursing Administrator Examination and the Commission for Case Management Certification (CCMC) Examination. Upon successful completion of all curriculum requirements, students may also apply and sit for the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE) Board of Governors Examination to advance as a Fellow.
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#1
Online Master's Nursing Degree in NJ - U.S. News
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35
Credits to Complete
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3
Years to Complete
State-Of-The-Art Facilities
Seton Hall’s Interprofessional Health Sciences Campus offers cutting-edge learning studios, creating an interactive learning environment.
Career Opportunities
Seton Hall’s M.S. in Nursing Administration and Executive Nurse Leadership program prepares graduates to meet the growing demand for skilled healthcare administrators in New Jersey and beyond. The curriculum equips nurses with the expertise to lead and contribute at the highest levels of healthcare systems.
Graduates of the program will be ready to practice in many diverse care settings, including:
- Major hospital and health systems
- Long-term care and rehabilitation facilities
- Home healthcare and hospice organizations
- Government and public health agencies
- Health insurance and managed care companies
- Colleges and universities
29%
Projected job growth over 10 years
$162,430
Annual mean wage for Medical and Health Services Managers in New Jersey
562,700
Total Jobs (BLS, 2023)
Our graduates make an impact at world-class hospitals and health systems.
Our Faculty and Students
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Scholarships & Financial Aid
Seton Hall University is committed to providing students with the most current information on how to finance their graduate degree. A graduate degree is within your reach – a variety of options can help you finance your degree including scholarships, federal aid, graduate assistantships, and more.
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50%
Amount Scholarships Can Reduce Cost of Degree
Frequently Asked Questions
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What sets this program apart?
- Flexible Format: 100% online with part-time options; start in the fall or spring.
- Expert Faculty: Courses taught by practicing nurse executives who bring real-world leadership experience to the classroom.
- Innovative Curriculum: Prepares graduates for high-level roles in nursing administration and executive leadership.
- Mentorship and Connections: Strong faculty support, student mentorship, and a robust alumni network.
- Hands-On Practicums: Clinical placements with nurse leaders in diverse healthcare settings.
Additional Resources
Graduate Certificates
Continuing Education
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About Seton Hall
One of the country's leading Catholic Universities, Seton Hall University has been developing students in mind, heart and spirit since 1856.
Home to over 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students and offering more than 90 undergraduate programs and over 130 graduate programs, Seton Hall's academic excellence has been singled out for distinction by The Princeton Review, U.S. News & World Report and Bloomberg Businessweek.
Seton Hall's 58-acre campus in the quaint town of South Orange, New Jersey, is only 14 miles from New York City — offering students a wealth of employment, internship, cultural and entertainment opportunities. The University’s nationally recognized School of Law is located in nearby Newark, New Jersey. The Interprofessional Health Sciences (IHS) campus in the owns of Clifton and Nutley, New Jersey, houses the University’s College of Nursing and School of Health and Medical Sciences.
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1856
Founded by James Roosevelt Bayley
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14
Miles from New York City
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90+
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