New Article Ranks the Best Online MSN Programs With Low Student-Faculty Ratios
Best Master of Science in Nursing Degrees has announced the launch of a helpful new article that ranks the top 30 best online MSN programs according to student-faculty ratio to recognize their commitment to building supportive and engaging learning environments.
GAITHERSBURG, Md., Oct. 27, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- At Best Master of Science in Nursing Degrees, a new article has been published to inform prospective graduate nursing students about the best MSN degree programs available online with low faculty-to-student ratios for more one-on-one learning opportunities. "Top 30 Online Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) Degrees Ranked By Student-Faculty Ratio" is a handy new addition to the educational website for pointing registered nurses in the right direction towards universities in the United States that provide ample student support in online MSN nursing courses to ensure the greatest levels of success.
In choosing the top 30 online MSN programs across America, author Sharon A. Takiguchi (RN, MS, APRN, DrPH) turned to sources such as U.S. News and World Report and others to gather data regarding each school's student-faculty ratio in the "Best Online Graduate Nursing Programs". Programs were chosen based on student engagement, faculty credentials, student support with learning equipment, admissions decisions, and status with peers. The researchers used the total number of students enrolled dived by the number of faculty members and then multiplied the ratio by the overall U.S. News score. At last, the MSN programs were sorted based on the lowest numbers indicating the highest level of faculty-to-student support.
"As the nation's nursing profession continues to grow and a bachelor's degree is increasingly becoming a must for success, more registered nurses are returning to graduate school to pursue an advanced education for more opportunity in in-demand nursing specialties," said editor Kevin Ryan.
In fact, statistics show that the number of advanced practice nurses with MSN degrees will increase by 57% before 2025. Thanks to technological advances, earning a graduate-level nursing degree also became easier than ever before as registered nurses can enroll in online programs in a flexible self-paced schedule without interrupting their work obligations.
However, not all online degree programs leading to Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degrees are created equal. When choosing between accredited programs, one of the important factors to consider is student-to-faculty ratio. While the national average for college student-faculty ratios is 18:1, smaller class sizes provide increased one-on-one attention, more engaging virtual discussions, and stronger bonds with classmates. Luckily, Best Master of Science in Nursing Degrees presents this article to help nursing students drill down to the best online MSN programs with better learning support.
Below are the 30 top online MSN degree programs in the United States that have been recognized by Best Master of Science in Nursing Degrees for maintaining low faculty-to-student ratios for the most personalized nursing education:
1. University of Massachusetts - Amherst, MA
2. Medical University of South Carolina, SC
3. Florida State University, FL
4. University of Michigan - Flint, MI
5. Duquesne University, PA
6. University of Nevada - Las Vegas, NV
7. University of Alabama - Huntsville, AL
8. George Washington University, DC
9. University of South Carolina, SC
10. University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston, TX
11. University of Kansas, KS
12. University of Texas - Tyler, TX
13. Johns Hopkins University, MD
14. University of North Carolina - Greensboro, NC
15. East Carolina University, NC
16. Lamar University, TX
17. California State University - Chico, CA
18. University of Delaware, DE
19. Loyola University New Orleans, LA
20. Ohio State University, OH
21. Union University, TN
22. Delta State University, MS
23. Texas Christian University, TX
24. Arizona State University, AZ
25. Georgia Regents University, GA
26. University of Missouri - Kansas City, MO
27. Stony Brook University - SUNY, NY
28. George Mason University, VA
29. Old Dominion University, VA
30. Graceland University, MO
More details about each of these top 30 online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree programs that boast low student-faculty ratios for enhanced learning opportunities can be found at http://www.bestmasterofscienceinnursing.com/best/online-msn-degrees-student-faculty-ratio/.
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