About Nursing, M.s. (accelerated) in Saint Louis University
Saint Louis University’s Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing offers a 21-month, five-semester direct-entry accelerated Master of Science in Nursing program that will prepare you to become a clinical nurse leader (CNL).
SLU’s direct-entry accelerated Master of Science in Nursing (AMSN) is the first and only of its kind in Missouri. This 21-month, five-semester program is designed for individuals who are not registered nurses but have already earned a baccalaureate degree in another field. By completing the program, you will graduate with a Master of Science in Nursing and be prepared to sit for both the nursing licensure exam and certification as a clinical nurse leader.
The Valentine School of Nursing is renowned for excellence in nursing education. In 2020, our AMSN NCLEX pass rate was 94%. In 2021, Niche ranked Saint Louis University’s Trudy Busch Valentine School of Nursing as the No. 8 best college in the country for nursing. Additionally, U.S. News & World Report consistently ranks our MSN-NP program as a top 50 program in their Best Graduate Schools survey.
Students who are reviewing our A.M.S.N. program may also consider our one-year accelerated B.S.N. program.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements
- IELTS :6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE; 54
Saint Louis University Highlights
| University Type |
Private |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Annual Endowment |
1.23 million USD |
| Student Retention Rate |
91% |
| Work-study program |
Yes |
| Mode of Program |
Full time; part-time; online |
| Cost of Attendance |
57,214 USD |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
51% |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admission@slu.edu | 314-977-2500 |
Saint Louis University Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Tuition |
$44,700 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,200 |
| Other Fees |
$724 |
| Room and Board |
$12,600 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$3,644 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$62,868 |
