The Nursing Administration program trains future leaders in patient care, management, and research.
Prospective students may now submit their application through June 1, 2026.
The Nursing Administration (NA) program is designed for aspiring leaders who aim to excel in high-level patient care and support the nursing profession. This program equips students with essential skills for leadership roles, focusing on enhancing patient care quality, supporting nursing practice, advancing student education, and fostering a research-driven culture.
The curriculum draws from the practice of nursing, management and related fields, and includes administrative, research and clinical components. The NA program provides for learning in an environment that fosters autonomy, flexibility and creative scholarship.
An intensive practicum provides the opportunity to develop and test skills in real-life settings with emphasis on critical thinking.
The Nursing Administration program trains future leaders in patient care, management, and research.
The School of Nursing accepts Nursing Administration students in the Fall, Winter, and Spring Quarters. All admission requirements must be completed by the deadline. Deadlines are as follows:
Please contact our Admissions Office with any questions at
(909) 558-4923, or by email at [email protected]
There are two fees associated with the application:
*California RN license required before start of classes
International applicants (non-U.S. citizens and non U.S. permanent residents) must meet all admission requirements for the chosen program. In addition, official international transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited evaluation service. All international applicants will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
To apply to Loma Linda University’s School of Nursing, students must first meet all of the admission requirements. The application can be found online at www.llu.edu/apply. Application can be completed in multiple sessions.
NursingCAS Applicants - Transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution(s) directly to NursingCAS. You must submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions that you have attended. This includes all colleges, universities, military credit, and unaccredited schools. Transcripts provided in any other manner are considered unofficial and will not be accepted for admission.
Returning LLU Applicant - If transcripts were previously sent to Loma Linda University prior to your NursingCAS application, please contact [email protected] with your full name, application term, program name, and a brief message requesting assistance with the transcript process.
Loma Linda University is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The BS, MS, and DNP Programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Nurse Anesthesia Concentration is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.
Advanced practice nurse graduates, Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), are certified by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing and eligible to apply for certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Corporation, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, as appropriate for the area of professional practice.The California State Board has approved all programs offered at the Loma Linda University School of Nursing. Many states may offer a compact license to individuals already licensed in California. If this opportunity is of interest to you, please contact your program director. Students who decide to pursue a license in another state should check with the applicable licensing authority in that state.
Our programs address and meet outcome expectations as articulated by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Master’s (AACN), and DNP Essentials.
The Master of Science in Nursing Administration program at Loma Linda University School of Nursing offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare nurses for leadership roles in diverse healthcare settings.
The program integrates advanced nursing practices with management principles, emphasizing critical areas such as health-care systems leadership, policy development, and financial management.
Courses like Health-Care Systems Leadership (NGRD 652) and Health Systems Policy Development and Advocacy (NGRD 653) focus on equipping students with the skills to navigate complex organizational structures and influence health policy effectively. Financial acumen is developed through Health Systems Finance (NGRD 655), providing insights into budgeting and economic decision-making within healthcare organizations.
The curriculum also includes Organizational Behavior in Health Care (HADM 528) and Health-Care Law (HADM 534), which delve into the dynamics of human behavior in organizations and the legal aspects governing healthcare. Practical experience is gained through the Nursing Administration Practicum (NGNL 604), offering 240 hours of hands-on leadership training. The program culminates with the Master's Comprehensive Project (NGRD 610), allowing students to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges in nursing administration.
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