School of Nursing • Baltimore, MD • Online • $963–$1,708/Credit
University of Maryland, Baltimore offers 3 Nursing Informatics programs:
- MSN, Nursing Informatics
- RN-to-MSN, Nursing Informatics
- Nursing Informatics Certificate
Program Overview
| Program | Est. Tuition | Est. Duration | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN, Nursing Informatics | $34.7K / $61.5K | 2 years full time | 36 |
| RN-to-MSN, Nursing Informatics | Not clearly stated | Not clearly stated | Not clearly stated |
| Nursing Informatics Certificate | Not clearly stated | Not clearly stated | Not clearly stated |
UMSON’s online MSN requires 500 practicum hours, two and a half times the ANCC’s 200-hour minimum, completed at a site near the student. Associate-degree RNs can earn a BSN and this MSN through one RN-to-MSN pathway.
Quick Facts
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Types | MSN; RN-to-MSN; certificate for master’s-prepared nurses |
| Format | Online; practicum near home, arranged with the practicum instructor |
| Practicum Hours | 500 (Fall 2024 and later) |
| RN License Required | Yes, current unrestricted U.S. license |
| Who It’s For | BSN and ADN nurses who want an informatics MSN with heavy practicum time |
| Distinctive Coursework | Informatics sequence NRSG 780 to 789, plus a scholarly paper |
| Certification Pathway | 500 hours exceed the ANCC Informatics Nursing (NI-BC) 200-hour minimum |
| Tuition | $963 in-state, $1,708 out-of-state per credit, plus fees |
| Accreditation | CCNE; MSCHE institutional |
| Start Terms | Fall or spring |
MSN, Nursing Informatics
The estimated tuition for the MSN in Nursing Informatics at University of Maryland, Baltimore is approximately $34,668 for Maryland residents (36 credits at $963/credit) or $61,488 for out-of-state students.
The program can generally be completed in about two years (five semesters) full time.
MSN Curriculum
- Informatics courses NRSG 780 to 789, taken across five semesters full time.
- Graduate core courses NRSG 685, 687, 737, and 739.
- A scholarly paper in the final semester.
You Should Know
- Course titles are Not clearly stated on the program page; only course numbers appear in the plan of study.
- Students in Southern Regional Education Board states may qualify for in-state rates through the Academic Common Market.
MSN Practicum and Capstone
- 500 practicum hours at a site near the student, arranged with the practicum instructor.
MSN Admissions
- BSN from an ACEN, CCNE, or NLN CNEA program with a 3.0 GPA, and an unrestricted U.S. RN license.
- One professional recommendation, a 500 to 1,000-word essay, and a résumé.
- Spring 2027 deadline December 15, 2026; fall 2027 deadline July 15, 2027.
RN-to-MSN, Nursing Informatics
The estimated tuition for the RN-to-MSN pathway at University of Maryland, Baltimore is Not clearly stated.
RN-to-MSN Curriculum
- Associate-degree RNs earn both a BSN and the informatics MSN and save 6 credits, about one semester.
Nursing Informatics Certificate
The estimated tuition for the Nursing Informatics Certificate at University of Maryland, Baltimore is Not clearly stated.
Certificate Curriculum
- For nurses who hold a master’s in another specialty or are enrolled in a UMSON graduate program; credits are Not clearly stated.
Tuition
UMSON lists informatics tuition of $963 per credit in-state and $1,708 out-of-state, plus university and school fees.
| Program | Credits | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSN, Nursing Informatics | 36 | $34,668 | $61,488 |
- Rates come from UMSON’s program page.
Be aware that:
- ⚠️ The program page does not say which academic year these rates cover, and fees are extra.
Out-of-state students from SREB states should check Academic Common Market eligibility, which can cut tuition by about $26,800.
Why Choose This Nursing Informatics Program?
A workload check for nurses weighing UMSON’s 500-hour practicum.
Workload feasibility. The 500 hours, spread across the program, average roughly 6 to 7 hours a week over five semesters, on top of coursework; part-time plans spread the load further.
The trade-offs. Out-of-state tuition is high without Academic Common Market eligibility, and course titles and certificate details are not published on the program page.
Accreditation
UMSON’s MSN is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The University of Maryland, Baltimore is institutionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE).
The 500 practicum hours exceed the 200-hour minimum for the ANCC Informatics Nursing certification (NI-BC) graduate-program pathway; check ANCC eligibility for current rules.
Compare More Nursing Informatics Programs
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