Marquette University Direct Entry MSN Program

If you have a higher calling to become a nurse, now is the perfect time to change careers. Not only are nurses in high demand, our Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing program can help you change careers sooner.

Our Direct Entry MSN program lets you transition into a career in nursing in 19–21 months by leveraging your a non-nursing bachelor’s degree and a cumulative 3.0 GPA in your conferred Baccalaureate Degree.

After graduating from the program and passing the NCLEX-RN® licensure exam, you’ll have the best possible preparation in place to pursue an exciting and diverse range of career opportunities. 

The Direct Entry MSN program includes:

  • Coursework designed to accommodate diverse learning styles and maximize student understanding; hybrid online or traditional  
  • A high-fidelity simulation center where you’ll hone your skills in a safe environment mimicking a real clinical setting. 
  • Clinical practice at some of the top healthcare facilities in Metro Milwaukee, Southeast Wisconsin, and Northeast Illinois.