Master of Science in Nursing - Administration

Advance Your Nursing Career with KSU’s MSN in Nursing

Accredited Graduate Nursing Programs in Georgia
The Wellstar School of Nursing at Kennesaw State University (KSU) is a trusted provider of advanced nursing education in Georgia. All programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), ensuring high academic and professional standards.

Located in Kennesaw, Georgia, the Wellstar School is part of the Wellstar College of Health & Human Services and maintains strong partnerships with leading healthcare organizations across the state. You will benefit from a supportive learning environment with small class sizes, flexible online and hybrid formats, and expert faculty with real-world leadership experience.

MSN - Nursing Administration and Transformational Leadership

This fully online, 40-credit program prepares nurses to lead at every level—from frontline management to executive roles in healthcare systems.

Program Highlights:

  • Develop leadership competencies aligned with the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL)
  • Gain expertise in healthcare finance, change management, and data-driven decision-making
  • Learn to create healthy work environments and organize high-quality care delivery systems
  • Grounded in evidence-based practice and healthcare theory

Flexible Completion Options:

  • Full-time: Complete in just 4 semesters
  • Part-time: Finish in 7 semesters

KSU Has Additional MSN Offerings

The Wellstar School of Nursing also offers an MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner that will prepare you to become a primary care provider. After completing the program, you'll enjoy greater career autonomy, increased earning potential, and eligibility to sit for national certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.  Also offered is the MSN - Nursing Education Leadership in a Digital World, which will prepare you to teach and lead in academic and clinical settings using modern digital tools and strategies.

MSN-Administration Salary and Career Information

You Can Take Advantage of Job Growth and Enhanced Earning Potential

The need for nurse administrators is of critical concern in the healthcare field. From 2022 to 2032, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects a 35 percent growth rate for medical and health services managers in Georgia.

In 2023 in Georgia, the median page for medical and health service managers was $117,960. Salaries vary widely based on credentials, experience, employer and job role/responsibilities.


2022 and 2023 Bureau of Labor Statistics, O*Net  

Why Choose KSU for Your MSN in Georgia?

  • Respected by Employers: KSU nursing graduates are highly valued by Georgia’s top healthcare providers
  • Affordable Tuition: Lower cost than private and for-profit institutions
  • Hands-On Learning: Strong community ties and practical experiences
  • Certification Preparation: You will be ready to pursue national certification
  • Financial Support: Many Georgia employers offer tuition reimbursement; scholarships may be available through KSU and professional organizations

 

Department Contact Information

Wellstar School of Nursing
Kennesaw State University
520 Parliament Garden Way NW., MD# 4102
Kennesaw, GA 30144-5591

Graduate College
ksugrad@kennesaw.edu
470-202-3335

Program Snapshot

  • Format: Online
  • Number of Credit Hours: 40
  • Entry Term: Fall 
  • Time to Complete: Four semesters (full-time)
  • Application Deadline: Priority Dec. 15; Regular May 1

 

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