Online Nursing Programs

Gain the Credentials You Need to Improve Patients’ Lives

Online nursing programs at Sacred Heart cover all levels of study, from a bachelor’s degree to a master’s degree, post-MSN certificates and a DNP. With our RN-BSN program, students can pursue an accelerated track that allows registered nurses with an associate degree in nursing and 90 credits to earn their bachelor’s degree in 10 months. No matter which program you choose, our expert nursing faculty brings you the resources, expertise and pathways to propel you to enter or continue your career as a registered nurse, nurse educator, nurse administrator and more.

Each of Sacred Heart University’s online nursing programs is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), allowing you to receive an exceptional education based on the most current research in the field.

Sacred Heart’s nursing degree programs are built to fit into your busy life, and you can complete most course requirements at your own pace. If needed, our faculty will work with you to find a clinical location that suits your needs. With multiple start dates per year, you can advance your nursing career today.

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We have nursing degree programs tailored to every level of education so you can prepare to advance in your nursing practice or move to administrative and teaching roles.

Explore health care policy and ethics, principles of health care research, and the underlying theories of contemporary nursing.

Advocate for superior patient care and lead a team of integrated health care professionals, including social workers, pharmacists, physicians and fellow nurses.

Complement your clinical experience with teaching skills and learn to design curricula, evaluate your students and step into the role of instructor.

Discover how to manage a budget, create and implement administrative processes, make certain your procedures meet professional and ethical standards, and more.

RNs with a BSN and two years of experience who are interested in advancing as psychiatric nurses can earn an online MSN at Sacred Heart.

Learn to conduct physical examinations, diagnose and treat common illnesses, and help patients take action to improve or maintain their personal well-being.

Prepare for certification as a family nurse practitioner from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) or the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP).

Gain the advanced clinical skills to address the mental and emotional needs of patients across their lifespan.

Develop the knowledge required for today’s nursing roles while gaining the personal touch you need to become an even better nurse for your patients.

Accelerated RN-BSN Available

Gain access to top-tier nursing positions by earning both your BSN and MSN. Focus on providing exceptional patient care, or branch out into education, research, consulting, management and more.

5 SPECIALIZATIONS AVAILABLE

Career Outlook: Double-Digit Growth

Due to an aging population and the need for additional healthcare services, careers in healthcare are predicted to grow faster than any other occupational group – an astounding 15% by 2029, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.¹

Your online nursing degree from Sacred Heart gives you the expertise to become a nurse administrator, educator, clinical leader, manager, consultant, family nurse practitioner or registered nurse.

Registered nurses made a median salary of $86,070 in 2023, with the top 10% earning over $132,680.²

We’re Committed to Delivering High-Quality Nursing Programs

Ranked among the “Best National Universities” by U.S. News & World Report, 2024
Nursing programs accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
Our online RN to BSN degree is ranked among the best online bachelor’s programs in Connecticut and the country by U.S. News and World Report
Our online MSN degree is ranked among the best online graduate nursing programs by U.S. News and World Report, and the No. 14 Best Value Online MSN Program by Value Colleges
Sacred Heart University is ranked a Top 30 Master’s Level College and University in the North, according to U.S. News & World Report

Faculty: Providing Leading-Edge Knowledge

In your online nursing degree, you will work directly with Sacred Heart’s doctorally-prepared faculty. They have years of experience in their nursing specialties, numerous scholarly credentials and the appropriate training to deliver advanced education. These award-winning professors are prepared to support you in an online learning environment as you take the next step in your nursing journey.

Online Nursing Programs at Sacred Heart University

Gain the Credentials You Need to Improve Patients’ Lives

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