Top MSN Programs in Arkansas
Master's degrees in nursing: nurse practitioner, education, leadership, informatics and entry-level tracks.
8 schools in Arkansas reported MSN-level nursing awards to IPEDS or have a verified MSN program profile. MSN Programs in all states
Data last reviewed: October 6, 2026
Sources: IPEDS (U.S. Dept. of Education) / CCNE directory / ACEN directory
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Listed alphabetically. Inclusion is editorial selection, not a ranking — see our methodology. How schools are selected
Schools (8)
| School | Location | Ownership | Nursing awards / programs | Accreditation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas State University | Jonesboro, AR | Public | ADN, BSN, MSN, Post-Master's-FNP, DNP, Doctorate-CRNA | ACEN |
| Arkansas Tech University | Russellville, AR | Public | CNA, LPN/LVN, ADN, BSN, MSN-Leadership | ACEN |
| Harding University | Searcy, AR | Private nonprofit | BSN, MSN-FNP, MSN-Leadership | CCNE |
| Henderson State University | Arkadelphia, AR | Public | BSN, MSN | CCNE |
| University of Arkansas | Fayetteville, AR | Public | BSN, MSN, Post-Master's, DNP | CCNE |
| University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences | Little Rock, AR | Public | BSN, MSN, DNP, PhD | CCNE |
| University of Arkansas Grantham | Little Rock, AR | Public | BSN, MSN, MSN-Leadership | — |
| University of Central Arkansas | Conway, AR | Public | BSN, MSN, DNP | CCNE |