National University · USA

Master of Science in Nursing

Campus Masters Full Time

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Delivery

Campus

Study mode

Full Time

Level

Masters

Starts

year-round enrollment

Introduction

Master of Science in Nursing is a Masters program taught at National University, USA. Intake: year-round enrollment. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (19 months) options.

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at National University is for Registered Nurses who hold a nursing diploma, an associate nursing degree, or a Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN). The program aims to prepare students to assume leadership roles in their particular specialization, using master’s level nursing education for advanced practice skills. Students complete one of the specializations listed in the university catalog.

The MSN is delivered online and includes mandatory onsite components. All accepted applicants attend a virtual program orientation. Students in the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) specializations complete three to four scheduled Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs) over two days, combined with skills review sessions. FNP and PMHNP practicum courses take place in faculty-approved in-person clinical settings with assigned preceptors.

Students complete 58–59.33 semester credit hours of graduate credit and must maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.0. They must maintain a B (83%) in all core and specialization courses. The program includes requirements such as proof of a current, active, and unencumbered RN license, E-Resources application submission, and additional documentation before starting specialization courses.

Admission Requirements

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science in Nursing at National University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

program specific academic requirment set by National University.
English Language OR any other language requirments as set by National University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science in Nursing.

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Registered Nurses who hold one of the following credentials: a nursing diploma, an associate nursing degree, or a Bachelor Degree in Nursing (BSN).
Candidates who hold a BSN degree from a nursing program that meets one of these criteria: 1) Nationally accredited nursing program, 2) Institutionally accredited University/School, if applicable, and meet the University requirements for graduate study, listed in the General Catalog under Academic Information for Graduate Degrees.
Candidates who are currently enrolled in the final course of their RN- BSN Completion Program and meet the University requirements for graduate study, listed in the General Catalog under Academic Information for Graduate Degrees including Admission in the Term prior to Bachelor’s Degree Completion.
Must provide proof of a current, active and unencumbered RN license in the State of employment and/or residence.
Have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Complete and submit the E-Resources application.
Candidates who graduated from a BSN program other than NU: Provide one official transcript from each college or university attended by, to the Registrar’s office; Provide two professional recommendations on approved forms, preferably from individuals who hold graduate or doctoral degrees.
Prior to the start of their specialization courses: Provide evidence of current, active professional liability and malpractice insurance coverage throughout the program; Provide evidence of specified immunizations, a report of a recent physical examination, a clear drug screen and background check and current BLS certification.
Required to meet with an Enrollment Advisor to review the process for applying to and acceptance into the Nursing program, including program of study, schedules of courses, and requirements for progression in the program.
Students should be proficient in operating a personal computer, including demonstrated competency in standard computer operating systems and electronic filing systems, basic keyboarding skills, organizing and sorting electronic documents; demonstrated knowledge of standard computer applications to include Microsoft Word and Excel; familiarity with using internet browsers and standard email systems such as MS Outlook.