We prepare nursing professionals to take their nursing expertise to the next level of compassionate, innovative nursing practice. We help develop leaders in nursing who can advance patient-centered missions across organizational healthcare. Choose your nursing path from the following degree concentrations:
Associate
Associate of Science in Nursing
Format: Hybrid Degree Program.100% online during the first year. The second
year includes in-person courses in WV.
Number of credit hours: 66
Our associate-level nursing program can prepare you for a number of entry points to
the rewarding field of nursing. Actively engage with the hands-on aspects of nursing through a
blend of classroom theory and lab and clinical applications. Qualify to sit for your NCLEX-RN
exam upon completion of this program. Please note that the first year of the program is 100%
online, while the second year of the program includes in-person courses in West Virginia.
Bachelor
RN-to-BSN
Format: 100% Online Degree Program
Number of credit
hours: 60
Complete this program online in as little as 10 months! Designed
for licensed registered nurses for learning alongside professional nursing practice, this
program builds on current nursing education and experience. Areas of evidence-based practice
are enhanced by topics in nursing leadership and management to prepare nursing professionals
for advancement.
Master
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
Format: 100% Online Degree Program
Number of credit
hours: 30
This fully online degree program is designed to equip licensed,
registered nurses who hold a BSN to pursue advancement into nursing administration or nursing
education roles. Choose from a Nursing Administration or Nursing Education track that deepens
expertise in nursing theory, research and technologies, evidence-based practice and safety and
quality improvement.
Ready to pursue your career-led nursing degree at Salem University?
We’re ready to help you build the future you want.
Salem University has done so much for me throughout my time here. This
has been a place for that had stepped me out of my comfort zone.
Growing up locally, I never truly thought of going to Salem
University, but I am glad I did. As I have received a quality
education, but more importantly lifelong experiences and relationships
along the way. There is no way of paying back all the opportunities
that this school has given me!
Andrew Friend • Graduate
I had an amazing experience at Salem University! The faculty and staff
were supportive and available to help me with anything I needed. The
classes were engaging, and I felt challenged and pushed to do my best.
I also appreciated the diverse student body and the opportunity to
learn from people with different backgrounds and perspectives. I
recommend Salem University to anyone looking for a quality education
and a supportive community.
Yesenia Munoz •
Graduate
Why Salem?
Each of our values is inspired by our core mission to prepare our learners to thrive in their learning and in life. We see education as more than a path to professional expertise—it’s a launchpad for those who go on to meaningfully impact not only their own lives, but their local and global communities through work they are passionate about.
We are committed to innovation and growth
Our innovative programs meet the needs of tomorrow’s workforce.
Our students are focused on career building and real returns on their educational investment.
Cultivating our community partnerships spurs innovation and economic development.
We are committed to making quality career education more accessible to students over the next 7 years.