Associate Degreed Nurse (ADN) to Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Your associate degree brought you into a nursing career. A Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree can help take your career to the next level. WesternU offers a direct pathway for nurses with an associate’s degree to earn an MSN in two years without going back to school for a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
College of Graduate Nursing:
- Culture of Humanism and Health Equity
- First online MSN-FNP program in the nation (1997)
- First entry level Masters of Nursing in California (2004)
College of Graduate Nursing ADN to MSN
You complete your academic curriculum through self-directed online asynchronous courses and two virtual seminar intensives per semester.
Upcoming Events
Need to Strengthen your Application? Discover What MSMS Can Do for You
Wednesday, August 20 at 2:00 PM Pacific Standard TimeJoin us for an information session to learn how the Master of Science in Medical Sciences (MSMS) program at WesternU can help you boost your academic profile, enhance your science GPA, and gain the skills and confidence needed for success. Whether you’re reapplying or looking to become a more competitive candidate, this session will give you insight into how MSMS can support your journey toward a career in healthcare.
“Breaking Barriers: First Generation College and Health Program Students”
Wednesday, August 20 at 5:30 PM Pacific Standard TimeAre you the first person in your family to pursue a higher education and have doubts on whether or not you can succeed? Join us to hear from former WesternU alumni who, like you, were the first in their families to pursue their degree in the health care field. Our alumni guests will share their experiences and discuss common concerns from first-time university students, such as: how to handle the pressure of being the first in your family to go to university; feeling like you have no one to confide in about your struggles, and more! You’ll also have an opportunity to ask them your questions during an open Q&A session. We hope you can join us!
WesternU Preview Day & Open House | California Campus
Saturday, November 15 at 8:30 AM Pacific Standard TimeGet to know WesternU, our programs, and our community. Choose your program of interest and join us on our Pomona, California campus to: – Hear directly from our president and faculty members about program curriculum and highlights – Explore our classrooms, labs, hands-on learning spaces, and more – Connect with current students and learn about their experiences – Participate in hands-on, interactive workshops – Learn about navigating the admissions process and preparing to meet our application requirements – Gain insights into setting yourself up for admissions success