Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

Chatham University in Pittsburgh, founded in 1869, is a coeducational institution of about 2,800 students offering 61 academic programs. The campus is known for its green setting and an institutional focus on sustainability that informs many majors and campus practices. Small class sizes and accessible faculty mentoring create a supportive learning environment where applied projects and community engagement are central to the student experience.

Academically, Chatham emphasizes experiential learning through internships, research projects, and community partnerships that help students translate classroom learning into practical skills. Popular areas include sustainability studies, health sciences, business, and creative fields, with flexible graduate and undergraduate pathways that encourage interdisciplinary study. International students, while a smaller portion of the community, receive targeted orientation, advising, and career support to help build networks and find internships in the Pittsburgh region.

Campus life blends focused study with active student organizations, sustainability initiatives, and hands-on learning opportunities. Pittsburgh’s cultural scene, hospitals, and tech and nonprofit sectors expand internship and employment possibilities for students. Prospective international applicants should connect early with Chatham’s international student office to plan visas, housing, and funding options; highlight practical experience or sustainability projects in applications to align with the university’s strengths.

Chatham University's Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is delivered fully online, designed for working nurses. It offers faculty expertise and support in an interactive learning environment. Through exposure to evidence-based practice, interprofessional collaboration, and experiential learning, students gain skills to advance in roles within nursing leadership or nursing education tracks.

Focus areas include nursing leadership, nursing education.

The program is a 30-credit-hour curriculum consisting of nine 15-week courses, which can be completed in five sequential terms.

Graduates have held positions in nursing education, practice, leadership, and quality assurance.

The program has no application fee and no GRE requirement. A basic understanding of statistics and research methodologies is recommended.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. Fully online, with a flexible schedule that can be completed in five sequential terms. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 70% of applicants.