Master of Science (MSN) in Nursing Education Admission

Admissions Requirements

• Online application submitted via NursingCAS. View a video overview on completing NursingCAS application.
• NursingCAS application fee
• Bachelor's in Nursing from a nationally accredited school of nursing (NLNAC, CCNE)
• Submit official transcript(s) from each post-secondary institution attended, even if no degree awarded, to NursingCAS. International transcripts must be evaluated by an accredited foreign credential service. *Visit the nursing admissions website for more information regarding international applicant requirements.
• Grade Point Average of “B” (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) or higher on the student's last 60 hours of credit
• Official copy of Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score, if international applicant. TOEFL and IELTS scores can be no more than two (2) years old. A minimum TOEFL score of 550 is required on the paper examination; minimum 250 on the computer-based examination; or, minimum 68 on the internet based examination. A minimum IELTS score of 6.5 for graduate admission is required. TOEFL or IELTS scores are not required for students who have successfully completed ENGL 1301 and 1302 (or equivalent courses) from an accredited college or university in the United States and United States Territories or for students who have earned a degree from an accredited college or university in the United States and United States Territories. TOEFL school code: 3383
• Licensure as a registered nurse in Texas or compact state with multistate privileges (practicum experiences must be conducted in the state of Texas)
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification through the American Heart Association.
• Current required immunizations
• Proof of Current health insurance coverage
• Clear criminal background check
• Three professional references (Submit via NursingCAS Application)
• Current resume or curriculum vita
• School of Nursing application fee
• Interview and admission essay

Application and Fee

Application deadline: March 1

A completed NursingCAS application must be submitted before the application deadline. All fees are accessed through the NursingCAS application. The School of Nursing Application Fee is $45 and is non-refundable. The NursingCAS fee is separate and is set by NursingCAS.

Transcripts

The admissions application, NursingCAS fee, and official transcripts are due to NursingCAS by the application deadline. Please submit official transcripts of all attended schools to:

NursingCAS
P.O. Box 9201
Watertown, MA 02471