RN to MSN Distance Learning

pattyjo, MSN, RN · Dec 30, 2004

Hi. I am so intrigued with the RN to MSN programs out there, particularly the Excelsior program with an emplasis on Informatics. Has any attempted an RN to MSN program. Please share your experiences. Although I'm very interested, I am also terrified. It is a huge amount of time and money to wasted especially at my age. Thanks.:uhoh21:

Nancie: I just started an RN-MSN program online through Drexel. I have a BS in another discipline though, so my program is a little different from many of the others I looked at. The cost is a concern ( because I can also say "especially at my age" :chuckle ) but I really want to continue teaching and a master's is required. PM me if you have any questions,and good luck. I think there are going to be more RN-MSN programs popping up in the future.

Patty

NancieLNC · Dec 30, 2004

Nancie: I just started an RN-MSN program online through Drexel. I have a BS in another discipline though, so my program is a little different from many of the others I looked at. The cost is a concern ( because I can also say "especially at my age" :chuckle ) but I really want to continue teaching and a master's is required. PM me if you have any questions,and good luck. I think there are going to be more RN-MSN programs popping up in the future.
Patty

Patty,

Thanks for responding to my email query. I looked at Drexel briefly too; however, I was really interested in the informatics portion of the program. I really don't have any plans of clinical nursing in my future, although I don't have a crystal ball ... and, you just never know. I've been an RN for going on 28 years, I'm ready for a different aspect of nursing. For the past year, I have been doing legal nursing; but without my degree, I have no chance of advancement. I'm a diploma nurse; many people think that we are just grandfathered in. I have to really work at my BSN program. How much more difficult will an MSN program be? Also, I've read that if you stop pursuing your MSN, some schools will not grant you your BSN even if you have more than enough credits. I'm really confused, so I hope you'll keep in touch and let me know how you're doing and what your thoughts are on the subject. I appreciate you sharing with me. Happy New Year!