Discover the Best MSN Major for You
Nursing is one of the fastest-growing careers in the United States
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects a growth increase of 12% through 2028.
You already know that a career in nursing requires dedication, compassion, and the emotional resilience and physical strength to push through the unexpected. But nursing is a career with unlimited opportunities. Advancing your education with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree will prepare you to face the unexpected with confidence. It will open doors to new options and give you an edge in the competition for key positions. Following up your bachelor's degree (BSN), licensure and any professional experience you have with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree will not only help improve your career outlook in the field, but also further prepare you to face the unexpected with confidence.
Pick Your Major and Learn at the No. 2-Ranked University
With Saint Xavier University ranked No. 2 by U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Online Master's in Nursing, you can also be confident with where you'll earn your degree.
As you embark on a new challenge to continue your education, our online MSN program allows you to learn on your own time, all while continuing to work and develop your skills in the field.
The major you decide to take will depend on the career path you intend to follow and your long-term professional goals.
Family Nurse Practitioner
The Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) major will prepare you as an advanced practice provider to deliver primary care services to individuals and families in a wide variety of settings, focusing on health promotion, disease prevention and chronic disease management. As an FNP, you'll be nationally certified and recognized to work in all 50 states, providing care for diverse patients and their families in multi-cultural settings. In addition to a high annual average salary, occupational growth of 26 percent through 2028 is expected due to the United States' increasing elderly population. Learn more about the benefits of becoming a nurse practitioner in comparison to a physician assistant.
Nurse Educator
If you're looking to pass on the knowledge you've earned to future students or registered nurses, then the Nurse Educator major is a good fit for you. As you learn teaching theories and strategies, as well as classroom management and other important skills, you'll be able to help learners achieve their full potential. As an educator, you'll be able to help improve patient care quality and safety through instruction. Nursing educators can expect to earn $84,180 annually on average.
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If you're interested in pursuing an online Master of Science in Nursing degree, consider SXU's graduate nursing majors. For more information, please contact the Office of Admission at 773-298-3050 or admissionFREESXU or the Office of Graduate Admission at 773-298-3053 or graduateadmissionFREESXU.