MSN/MS: Nursing Leadership and Bioethics Dual Degree

Prepare to transform lives as an informed nurse leader and patient advocate by earning a dual master's degree in nursing leadership and bioethics from the University of Mary. 

Our online Master of Science in Nursing: Nursing Leadership/Master of Science in Bioethics program blends interdisciplinary coursework in health care administration, biomedical law and policy, and ethical decision-making with extensive experiential formation to equip candidates for key supervisory roles at the intersection of organizational management and clinical practice. Rooted in foundational truths of faith and reason, this one-of-a-kind dual degree offering examines the unique responsibilities of nurse leaders through the complementary lenses of classical moral philosophy, Christian medical ethics, and Catholic social teaching.

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Get in touch with any questions or submit a simple application for admission.

After you're admitted to the university as a candidate for graduate studies, we will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance into your academic program so you can enroll and begin your classes!

At a Glance

28%
Projected growth in heath care management jobs from 2022 through 2032 (US Bureau of Labor Statistics).

Program Length

62 credits / 5 semesters / 20 months

Formats

Online

Tuition Per Credit

$495

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Is This the Degree For Me?

Who It’s For

  • BSN-prepared registered nurses seeking focused management training as well as a broad, integrative overview of Christian medical ethics.

Career Paths

  • Nurse Manager
  • Clinic Manager
  • Nurse Administrator
  • Nurse Educator

What You’ll Learn

Under the mentorship of accomplished nurse educators with cumulative decades of experience, you will:

  • Gain competency in core administrative areas of health care delivery, including finance and budgeting, law and policy navigation, and human resource management.
  • Explore diverse leadership theories and synthesize the strongest components of each into a personal philosophy of leadership rooted in perennial values.
  • Engage with moral challenges posed by intellectual and technological advancements in the biological and medical sciences.
  • Construct a coherent ethical framework founded on the basis of the human person’s innate dignity.
  • Apply this framework to contemporary ethical issues in the areas of clinical practice, health care policymaking, life science education, and biomedical research.

Program Details

Program Information

Please visit our catalog for admission requirements and a full list of our courses.

Your first step is to get in touch with any questions or submit the simple application for admission. After acceptance to the University as a candidate for graduate studies, we will assist you every step of the way toward acceptance into your academic program so you can enroll and begin your classes!

If you are serving or have served our country, we sincerely thank you. Our military services office is here to work closely with active duty, retired, reserve, and eligible family members qualified for military benefits. Learn how we can help you with the application process and review the benefits you have earned.

For a full list of fees, visit our Tuition and Fees page.

The University of Mary is committed to putting your educational goals within reach. Learn what scholarships you qualify for.

We welcome students from various backgrounds, including transfer students from institutionally accredited colleges and universities recognized by the US Dept. of Education and those with military or career and work experience. 

How do I show my previous college, military, or work experience?

  • Official transcripts (if applicable) from a regionally accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 should be submitted directly to the Office of Admissions.
    • Did you graduate from the University of Mary? Then we’ll get your Mary transcript for you!
    • At most other schools, you can request transcripts by going to the National Student Clearinghouse or by contacting the registrar’s office. 
      • Have your transcripts sent to:

        Office of Admissions

        University of Mary

        7500 University Drive

        Bismarck, ND 58504
      • Or request to send electronic transcripts to registrar@umary.edu.
  • Students with previous career or work experience can earn credits for prior learning.
    • You can choose to test for prior learning credits — we convert your test scores into college credit.
    • You can request a portfolio review for prior learning credits. You’ll assemble documentation to show your experience, which will be reviewed and evaluated by an experienced faculty member.
  • Military experience can count towards a degree.
WHAT WILL I NEED TO APPLY?
  • All of our programs require you to fill out the general application form in addition to submitting the application fee and your transcripts.
  • Any program-specific requirements you’ll need to submit in addition to the items listed above can be found in our catalog.

At the University of Mary, we review every application on an individual basis, ensuring that the materials you submit are evaluated with care and attention. Reach out to us if you have any questions in filling out your application.

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