MSN Programs in Colorado

Colorado MSN Programs

Many students enroll in master's degree programs so that they can get a job as a manager or as a research participant. Those jobs require more training than standard nursing positions, and they are not available for everyone. Employers look for people who have graduated from an accredited MSN program to lead their teams. Anyone who is interested in this type of job may want to consider an MSN program.

Online vs. Traditional Programs

Nurses in Colorado have the choice to get their MSN degree in a traditional setting or to enroll in an online MSN course. There are advantages and disadvantages for both types of programs, so the choice comes down to the preferences of each individual student.

Some students prefer the personal interaction that comes with a traditional classroom setting. This allows them to work closely with other students and stay on a set schedule. Traditional MSN programs are not the perfect for all students, however. Students who do not live near a school that offers an MSN program and students who work full-time often prefer to enroll in online classes.

Online MSN programs offer students the ability to do work when it is best for them and to work from home without having to spend any of their time commuting to class. These programs are ideal for students who are already working as nurses.

Admission Requirements

Admission requirements for each program are different, but most schools have requirements that are similar to one another. Typical admission requirements include:

  • Having graduated from an accredited nursing program with at least a 3.0 GPA on his or her official nursing transcripts
  • Proving that he or she is a legal resident of the United States
  • Submitting a resume
  • Submitting an application and application fee
  • Having a BSN degree

Tuition

MSN programs all cost different amounts to attend. The amount a student has to pay is based on which school and specialization he or she chooses. At the University of Phoenix, the MSN program costs between $20,065 and $28,840. Getting an MSN degree from West Coast University can cost a student between $28,297 and $41,570.

Graduates of MSN programs often become registered nurses and nursing teachers. These nurses often get paid more than nurses without MSN degrees because of their higher level of expertise.

Additional Resources

MSN Schools Near You & Online in Colorado

University of Colorado at Colorado Springs

  • 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway Colorado Springs, CO 80918
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, DNP, MSN, Physician Assistant, RN, RN to BSN
    (719) 255-8227

Colorado Mesa University

  • 1100 North Avenue Grand Junction, CO 81501
    Programs: ADN, BSN, DNP, EMT Paramedic, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (970) 248-1020

University of Northern Colorado

  • 1862 10th Avenue Greeley, CO 80639
    Programs: Accelerated BSN, BSN, BSN to DNP, DNP, MSN, Nursing PhD, RN, RN to BSN
    (970) 351-1890

University of Phoenix

  • 10004 Park Meadows Drive Lone Tree, CO 80124
    Programs: BSN, MSN, RN, RN to BSN
    (303) 755-9090