The University of Mary Washington will add a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree, with enrollment beginning in 2026-27.
The new program gained approval from the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) at its October 2025 meeting and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) in November. It builds from Mary Washington’s established RN-to-BSN completion program, offering healthcare professionals a next step in their education and careers. This new graduate program will prepare nurses for leadership roles in clinical practice, education and healthcare systems.
“This program aims to address vacancies in primary care and healthcare higher education in our region and across the Commonwealth, equipping nurses with advanced competencies and expertise for leadership, specialized practice and improved patient outcomes,” said UMW Director of Nursing Janet Atarthi-Dugan. Read more about the UMW MSN degree program.