Chatham’s Master of Nursing Program Ranked a Best Online Program

Chatham University was ranked among the 2025 Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs by U.S. News & World Report. 

Chatham’s Master of Science in Nursing Degree is a fully online program intended for working nurses. With an affordable and supportive environment grounded in evidence-based practices, students gain essential skills to in the fields of nursing leadership or nursing education. 

U.S. News evaluated schools in the Best Online MA in Nursing category based on a variety of factors, such as student engagement, faculty credentials, and services and technologies. 

This year's edition of U.S. News’ Best Online Programs evaluates more than 1,600 online bachelor's and master's degree programs using metrics specific to online learning. The rankings only include degree-granting programs offered primarily online by regionally accredited institutions.  

For nurses working at UPMC, Chatham offers a special MSN program at the same price as UPMC’s annual employee tuition advancement benefit, allowing nurses to pursue career advancement at little to no cost. This degree can increase nurses’ earning potential and open new leadership, management, and job opportunities.