Become a Registered Nurse With Montclair’s Direct Entry Master’s In Nursing

Have you ever thought about becoming a registered nurse (RN) but earned your Bachelor’s degree in a non-Nursing discipline?

Montclair’s accelerated, 71-credit Pre-licensure Master’s in Nursing (MSN) provides aspiring nurses with a comprehensive and accelerated pathway to enter the healthcare profession as an RN, a position which is projected to increase by almost 200,000 by 2032. Through rigorous learning experiences that go beyond the classroom, you will gain the knowledge and clinical expertise necessary in the delivery of evidence-based care across all healthcare settings.

Our CCNE-accredited MSN program provides a unique focus on care coordination and transition management and is delivered in a supportive on-ground environment that fosters skill development and clinical excellence.

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Realize Your Dream at Montclair

Expand on your experience with a curriculum that has real-world application. Our program provides aspiring RNs with the skills and knowledge necessary to become a licensed registered nurse and sit for the NCLEX-RN exam.

The master’s degree program in nursing at Montclair State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

By The Numbers

Length of Program: 7 Semesters
Decisions Announced: March 2025
Application Deadline: January 2025
Program Start: June 2025

Who is Montclair’s Pre-Licensure MSN right for?

Career Changers

Your diverse skills, experiences and perspectives will position you for success. The on-ground format provides hands-on training and mentorship, allowing career changers to seamlessly integrate theoretical knowledge with practical clinical skills.

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Aspiring Healthcare Professionals

If you have a desire to work in healthcare but did not pursue a nursing degree during your undergraduate studies, the Pre-licensure MSN is an ideal way for you to enter the profession. The comprehensive in-person format will enable you to acquire the specialized skills needed to successfully transition into the nursing profession.

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Recent College Grads

Bring your fresh perspective and enthusiasm into an entirely new and high-demand field. You can apply your strong academic foundation and theoretical knowledge in a hands-on clinical environment and real-world patient care scenarios.

Don’t Miss Out

Affordability

Our students can rest easy knowing that we offer some of the most affordable nursing programs in New Jersey.

Quality

Nursing students have access to leading clinical locations with state-of-the-art facilities.

Flexibility

With over a 90% NCLEX-RN pass rate, graduates of Montclair’s program are positioned for immediate industry success.

Inclusivity

Everyone is welcome. We’re one of only 35 universities named as a Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader and we’re rated a top LGBTQ-friendly campus.

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Whether you’re ready to start your application or just trying to learn more about our Pre-licensure MSN, don’t hesitate to reach out – we’re always here to help.

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