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Graduate Degrees

MSN - Clinical Nurse Leader
Build on a prior degree in a non-nursing area to earn a Master of Science in Nursing degree without repeating previous core science courses. The Clinical Nurse Leader, or CNL, is a new nursing role being developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing.

MSN

PhD
Individuals interested in nursing research and nursing education typically pursue the PhD. Iowa offers an expedited BSN-PhD program.

DNP
Rather than a research doctorate, this degree emphasizes advanced clinical practice skills.