MSN Clinical Nurse Leader Programs
Master's-level generalist preparation for leading care at the point of care. This page lists MSN programs with a clinical nurse leader track and schools that reported MSN-level awards in that field to IPEDS.
A specialty track prepares students for a national certification exam; eligibility is set by the certifying body and the school. See the CNL hub for every degree level.
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / CCNE directory / ACEN directory / official school websites
Listing does not certify educational quality or guarantee licensure eligibility. Verify details with the school before applying.
Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (22)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of South Carolina-Upstate | Spartanburg, SC | Public | BSN, MSN-CNL, MSN-Leadership | CCNE |
| Xavier University | Cincinnati, OH | Private nonprofit | BSN, MSN, MSN-CNL, MSN-FNP, Post-Master's-FNP | CCNE |