MSN Nurse Educator - SURA College

MSN Nurse Educator

MSN Nurse Educator

Exceptional education at affordable pricing.

A focused online MSN pathway for nurses who want to teach, mentor, and lead the next generation of healthcare professionals.

32Credits
OnlineFlexible format
DEAC, Distance Education Accrediting Commission

Sura College is proud to be accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission.

ACEN Accredited

Effective June 28, 2024, the MSN nursing program at Sura College is accredited by the:

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
acenursing.org/search-programs

Note. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the MSN nursing program is initial accreditation for five years (2025-2030).

A Premium Education. A Smart Investment.

Regular Tuition & Fees

$12,815

Your Savings

$7,816

Application fee waived Registration fee waived

*Based on eligibility

Transfer students

Check whether your credits can move with you.

Already enrolled in another MSN or nursing graduate program? SURA can review your completed coursework and help you understand whether you may be eligible to transfer credits into the MSN Nurse Educator pathway.

Credit review for completed graduate nursing courses
Guidance before you decide to transfer
Potential to reduce repeated coursework
Affordable $4,999 total program pricing
1 Submit your details and an admissions advisor will review your transfer eligibility.

Transfer Eligibility Check

Share your current program details. This helps SURA understand your transfer situation and guide you correctly.

No commitment. This is only to help determine transfer-fit and next steps.
New students

Start your MSN Nurse Educator journey with SURA.

For nurses beginning their MSN journey, SURA offers a focused, flexible, and affordable pathway designed to help you grow into teaching, clinical education, and academic leadership roles.

100% online learning for working nurses
32-credit focused Nurse Educator curriculum
Faculty support throughout the program
Exceptional education at affordable pricing
2 Complete the admission interest form and begin your application conversation.

New Student Admission

Tell us how to reach you. The admissions team can guide you through requirements, start dates, and next steps.

Your details will be used by SURA admissions to guide your application process.
Nursing faculty reviewing clinical notes
Why SURA College

Graduate nursing education designed around real working nurses.

A premium online MSN pathway for working registered nurses ready to move into nurse education.

  • ACEN-Accredited MSN Degree
  • 100% Online Coursework
  • Complete in As Few as 16 Months
  • Designed for Working Nurses
Student journey

A clear path from interest to graduation.

Step 1

Select your pathway

Choose transfer review or new admission based on your current status.

Step 2

Advisor review

Get guided next steps, credit review, and program planning support.

Step 3

Learn online

Complete focused MSN Nurse Educator coursework with faculty support.

Step 4

Advance your role

Prepare for academic, clinical instruction, and staff development pathways.

Student voices

What our students say.

Nurses who moved into teaching, clinical instruction, and academic leadership through the MSN Nurse Educator program.

Tina Bristol, MSN
Working nurse and parent
I chose Sura College because I was looking for a program that was flexible, supportive, and truly focused on preparing nurse educators for real-world impact. As a working nurse and parent, I needed a program that understood the demands of balancing life, work, and school, and Sura delivered that.
Flexible schedule • Curriculum development • Faculty support

“Attending a master’s degree while raising small children is no easy task. However, Sura College made it possible. The schedule was flexible. The faculty was responsive and involved.”

Kiersten Dahl, MSNBalanced work, family, and school

“The faculty was so supportive, helping us every step of the way towards reaching our goals. I feel confident my experience will be instrumental in influencing the future of healthcare.”

Krista Reiling, MSNMSN Nurse Educator graduate
Meet your faculty

Learn from educators who teach with clarity and care.

Our MSN Nurse Educator faculty bring decades of graduate teaching, scholarship, accreditation leadership, and clinical practice to every course.

Dr. Janice Unruh Davidson
Executive Dean of Nursing

Dr. Janice Unruh Davidson

PhD, DrPH(c), DNP, RN-BC, FNP-BC, NEA-BC, CNE, ANEF, FAANP, FNAP

Dr. Davidson brings more than 35 years of experience in graduate nursing education, academic leadership, advanced practice nursing, and accreditation. A nationally recognized nurse educator and Fellow of both the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP) and the National Academies of Practice (FNAP), she is also an Academy of Nursing Education Fellow (ANEF). She has held faculty and leadership positions at Chamberlain University, Walden University, Mississippi University for Women, Fort Hays State University, Purdue University, and Sura College, and has authored numerous scholarly publications, textbook chapters, accreditation self-studies, and nationally recognized online courses.

Dr. Megan Kirschner

Dr. Megan Kirschner

DNP, MSN, RN

A nurse educator with extensive experience teaching across RN, BSN, MSN, and DNP programs in both classroom and online settings, with faculty appointments at Joyce University, South College, Aspen University, Southern New Hampshire University, Arizona College of Nursing, Chamberlain University, and Mesa Community College. Her background spans doctoral preparation, master’s degrees in nursing education and informatics, and extensive curriculum development.

Dr. Ami Bhatt

Dr. Ami Bhatt

PhD, DNP, MBA, RN

More than a decade of graduate nursing faculty experience in MSN and DNP programs at Post University and Capella University, specializing in evidence-based practice, research, advanced nursing concepts, and role development. An active member of the ANA, NLN, HPNA, and Sigma Theta Tau International, her teaching emphasizes scholarly inquiry and professional leadership.

Dr. Ellen L. Poole

Dr. Ellen L. Poole

PhD, RN, CPAN, CNE, FASPAN

More than three decades in nursing education, teaching across BSN, MSN, and doctoral programs at Chamberlain University, South College, Grand Canyon University, and Kaplan University. A Certified Nurse Educator and Fellow of the American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses, she has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals and served on research, curriculum, and accreditation committees.

Dr. Luba Ivanov

Dr. Luba Ivanov

PhD, FAAN

A nationally recognized nursing scholar and Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing with extensive experience in graduate nursing education, health policy, and nursing theory. She has taught BSN, MSN, MPH, and PhD students at UNC Greensboro, the University of Virginia, Purdue University, Chamberlain University, and Sura College.

Dr. Cynthia Olson

Dr. Cynthia Olson

DNP, RN, BCFNP, CNE

A Certified Nurse Educator and academic leader who has served as a nursing dean, faculty member, curriculum developer, and program administrator at Riverland Community College, Augsburg University, Southern New Hampshire University, Carrington College, Mesa Community College, and Sura College. She earned her DNP from Winona State University.

Dr. Kezia Lilly

DNP, MSN, MBA HC, BSN

More than 15 years as a nurse educator and academic administrator, with deep expertise in graduate nursing education and distance learning. She has taught in MSN programs at Cox College, Southwest Baptist University, Chamberlain University, and Sura College, and earned her DNP in Educational Leadership from Case Western Reserve University.

Dr. Valda Upenieks

Dr. Valda Upenieks

PhD, MPH, RN, NEA-BC

An accomplished nurse executive, educator, and researcher who serves as Director of Nursing Practice, Magnet & Innovation for Froedtert Health. A board-certified nurse executive, she has taught graduate nursing and public health students at Chamberlain University, the University of California, and Sura College.

Ready to move into nursing education?

Choose the pathway that fits your situation. Transfer students can request a credit review. New students can begin the admission process.