Earn your MSN in Just 20 Months

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The La Roche Entry Level MSN Program

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An Accelerated Path to a Lifelong Career

Start your nursing career with a direct entry master’s of nursing degree in less than two years with La Roche University's Entry Level MSN program.
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Don’t Just Switch to Nursing -
Earn an MSN Right Away

Benefits of direct entry msn programs for non-nurses: Enter nursing with advanced clinical and leadership skills employers want.
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Quality Training with a Trusted Educator

La Roche University’s ELMSN program achieved an impressive NCLEX-RN pass rate of 93.55% for the 2023-2024 academic year.

Our Learning Model

Nursing students experience hands-on-learning with a nursing manikin in a healthcare classroom setting

Hands-On Learning

Learn clinical care in practical laboratory simulations led by expert, experienced faculty.
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Online Coursework

Build the theoretical foundation of your nursing career through engaging, challenging and flexible online study.
Nursing students practicing patient care in a healthcare classroom setting

Clinical Rotations

Develop clinical competence and confidence in community-based practicum experiences with real patients.
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You Have Questions - We Have Answers

Who is this program for?

Anyone looking to make the switch to a nursing career. Our Entry Level MSN program is for those who have graduated with a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field.

How Long Will It Take?

The ELMSN is offered in an accelerated, hybrid format and can be completed in as few as 20 months of full-time study.

What is the Program Format?

The ELMSN is a hybrid format program that supplements hands-on lab and clinical experiences along with on-campus learning with some flexible online coursework.

Is the Program Accredited?

Our Entry Level MSN program is approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing and by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).

How Much Does it Cost?

Our tuition is based on a cost per credit hour of $801 per credit. The program is 77 credits to complete.