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MSN Programs in New York

MSN programs in New York are competitive degree programs for students who already have their bachelor's degree in nursing. While a BSN is a comprehensive program that will allow you to work in nursing, it is not specific enough to give you a chance at the high end job. Those are inevitably the ones that pay the most money because they make the biggest difference in how nursing works. Whether you are looking for a position with better pay or one with a better chance for making a difference, this kind of program could guide you where you want to go.

There are many MSN programs in New York that will help you in your degree pursuits, but some are more exclusive than others. Certain programs only allow a handful of students in based on the amount of funding they have available, so you need to think about this before you select a school to apply to. Look over the admission requirements for different schools to see what you will have to do to be a part of a program. If you think you would pass the requirements, feel free to apply.

You will see a positive pay increase when you get through with your master's degree program. MSN programs in New York provide the skills you need for job advancement, and as a result, you can earn more money. If you do not earn more money, you may think about moving to another area of the country where nurses are in higher demand. There, you will be a greater asset, and you will thus have the leverage you need to negotiate a high salary. This may not be a matter of money for you, but it cannot hurt to get paid more money for doing a good job.

If you are wondering where MSN programs in New York may take your career, you will need to first look at the different kinds of programs that are available. Some focus on education, research, or management, so you just have to see which one may best accommodate you. You may still be able to get employed in a field that you did not specialize in, but for the most part, you will likely work with something along the lines of your degree pursuits. MSN programs are readily available to help you start your future, so take the time to find yours right away.

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Schools with MSN Programs in New York

Binghamton University
4400 Vestal Parkway East
Binghamton, NY 13902
Herbert H Lehman College Cuny
250 Bedford Park Boulevard West
Bronx, NY 10468
SUNY HSC at Brooklyn
450 Clarkson Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11203
Long Island University
700 Northern Boulevard
Brookville, NY 11548
D'Youville College
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201
Daemen College
4380 Main St.
Buffalo, NY 14226
Mercy College
555 Broadway
Dobbs Ferry, NY 10522
Adelphi University
1 South Ave.
Garden City, NY 11530
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook University
Long Island, NY 11794
Columbia University
116th Street and Broadway
New York, NY 10027
College of Mt St Vincent
6301 Riverdale Avenue
Riverdale, NY 10471
Roberts Wesleyan College
2301 Westside Dr.
Rochester, NY 14624
Wagner College
One Campus Road
Staten Island, NY 10301
SUNY HSC at Stony Brook
101 Nicolls Road
Stony Brook, NY 11794
SUNY Upstate Medical University
725 Irving Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13210
The Sage Colleges
65 1st St.
Troy, NY 12180

New York MSN Degree Prerequisites

New York nurses who continue their education and gain a Masters in Nursing (MSN) Degree are licensed by the New York Board of Nursing as either an Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) or an Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner(ARNP).

To enroll in a MSN degree program in New York, you must first become licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN). The most common Nursing Masters Degree curriculum in New York and across the US is the RN-MSN program. See our directory of New York RN to MSN programs

Those holding New York RN certification have most likely already earned their Bachelors in Science of Nursing (BSN) degree. This is typically a four year training program at a nationally accredited school of nursing.

Contact your school of choice to learn more about their specific MSN program prerequisites.

New York MSN Degree Areas of Specialization

In New York, there are typically four specific areas that MSN degree seeking students may choose to specialize in. These include:

  • Nurse Practitioner (NP)
  • Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM)
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
  • Certified Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA)

Check with the New York Board of Nursing to learn about the about the legal authority the state of New York grants Advanced Practice Nurses(APNs) and Advanced Practice Nurse Practitioners(ARNPs)in each particular area of specialization.

Online MSN Degree Programs

In New York, online nursing degree programs are increasingly popular. This is mainly due to the convenience of nursing distance learning programs. As long as the online MSN program is nationally accredited, earning your MSN degree online is accepted and honored by the state of New York.

New York MSN Degree Resources

Here are a few examples of MSN degree programs in New York.

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