Applicant Newsletter
Open Seats
One of the benefits of NursingCAS is to provide notifications to applicants about programs that have available space. Did you know that more than 14,000 seats go unfilled annually? Review the listing below to determine if you would like to apply to one of these programs.
- Belmont University
- Harding University
- Jefferson College of Health Sciences
- Johns Hopkins University
- King University
- Pacific Lutheran University
- University of Cincinnati
- University of Miami
- William Jewell College
Deadline Extensions
Programs often extend their deadlines in order to allow applicants more time to complete the admissions process. Review the list below to see if any programs you are interested in have extended their deadline.
New Programs
New programs are added to NursingCAS frequently so in order to help you discover and learn about new offerings please review the updated list below.
Open Seats
Belmont University is located in Nashville, Tennessee and offers on-campus programs for advanced nursing practice. Since 2004 (15 years) 100% of our MSN and DNP graduates have passed the national certification exam for FNPs on their first attempt, well above the national average pass rate of 84%.
Open Seats in Harding University’s FNP Program (MSN): Harding University has open seats for Fall 2019 admission in our Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN) program. Please contact Dr. Dona Clarin (FNP Program Director) regarding the deadline. Seats may be filled on a first come basis. Please call our office at 501-279-4859 for further information. Check out a short video for our program at www.harding.edu/fnp. We would love to hear from you!
Jefferson College of Health Sciences
Jefferson College of Health Sciences is still accepting applications for Fall 2019 in our Masters of Science in Nursing Administration and Masters of Science in Nursing-Family Practitioner programs. These programs are 100% online and definitely tailored to the working nurse! For more information, visit www.jchs.edu.
Excellence. Community. Diversity. These are more than words at the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing. They are part of the blood that flows through the heart of the school, its students, faculty, and staff. As a top-ranked graduate nursing program, we take our positions as leaders in research, education, and practice and our roles as global citizens seriously. Our faculty and students come from different backgrounds, locations, and cultures to bring their own experiences into their learning and practice. We hope you’ll consider becoming a Hopkins nurse.
Still Accepting Fall 2019 Applications for the Following Programs: *online options
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Acute Care NP
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Primary Care NP*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Primary Care NP with HIV Primary Care Certificate
- DNP Family Primary Care NP*
- DNP Family Primary Care NP with HIV Primary Care Certificate
- DNP Pediatric Primary Care NP*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Health CNS*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Critical Care CNS*
- DNP Pediatric Critical Care CNS*
- MSN Health Systems Management*
- MSN Health Systems Management/MBA Dual Degree*
- Post-Master’s Nurse Educator Certificate*
- Post-Master’s Pediatric Acute Care NP Certificate*
Questions? Contact the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Office of Admissions at 410-955-7548 or jhuson@jhu.edu. Visit www.nursing.jhu.edu/index.html for more information.
King University has open seats for Fall 2019 in our pre-licensure BSN program. Students are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as they meet eligibility requirement. Please contact Dr. Amy Edmison, BSN Program Coordinator for additional information at aedmison@king.edu.
King University has small class sizes. The Nursing program of study is only four semesters. Clinical experiences are completed in acute care hospital and community settings and includes simulation labs. For more information about King University visit www.king.edu.
The Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Pacific Lutheran University is still accepting applications for the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) programs.
The PLU DNP program prepares graduates in the advanced-practice specialty concentrations of Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). The program has been ranked as one of the top 120 graduate nursing programs in the United States by U.S. News and World Report.
Both the PMHNP and FNP program are designed to meet the demand for additional advanced practice providers in the region and state. The program qualifies students to sit for national certification examinations, making them eligible under Washington State law for Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) licensure. In the State of Washington, ARNPs have independent practice and prescribing authority.
The PLU difference:
- Excellent Reputation: PLU carries a long history in high-quality nursing education and alumni network locally and nationally.
- Relevant Curriculum: Informed by real-word practice and meets all requirement for national certification.
- Supportive Cohort Model: Cohort sizes are small to ensure a high-quality, personable PLU experience. Guaranteed Practicum Placement: All clinical placements are arranged by PLU faculty.
- Flexible Schedule: Full-time or part-time options are available.
Applications are accepted at any time throughout the year on a rolling basis. Apply now through your NursingCAS profile. For more information visit our website www.plu.edu/dnp or contact Graduate Admissions at 253.535.8570.
Applications for the Spring 2021 term will open soon! Prepare by joining us online or onsite to learn about our nationally-ranked Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia program. Get an overview of the program and admissions process; meet the program director, faculty, and students; and ask your questions. Follow this link to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nurse-anesthesia-dnp-information-session-tickets-59785097837.
By registering, you will be among the first to be notified when the application opens! Questions? Email Bobby.Rue@uc.edu.
Apply today to our Post-Master’s Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) Certificate () program!
- Ranked top 30 by US News & World Report
- Combines online and on-campus learning, which is convenient for working professionals
- Only 3 semesters
- Assistance with clinical sites; all students are partnered with a community preceptor
- Deadline to apply for the Spring 2020 term is August 1st
Feel free contact the Office of Student Services at (305) 284-4325 if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!
Join the Critical Thinking College and Earn your BSN. I am so excited to share with you that William Jewell College is still accepting Transfer Nursing Applications for Fall 2019. If you have started earning your degree elsewhere but are interested in pursuing your BSN at a four-year institution, consider William Jewell College!
To be eligible for our program applicants must:
- Have a cumulative GPA of 2.8.
- Complete the application packet.
- Complete the pre-requisite courses before the term start date.
If you have any questions, please contact Traci Parker-Gray, Transfer and International Admission Counselor at 816-415-7507 or parker-grayt@william.jewell.edu. Or you can check out our informational webpage here: https://www.jewell.edu/join/transfer-applicants.
We are also still accepting applications for our January 2020 (16 month) and May 2020 (12 month) Accelerated Track BSN programs for students who have already completed a Bachelor’s degree. If you have any questions about either of those programs, please contact Rebecca Broadbent, Accelerated Track Nursing Admission Counselor, at 816-415-7678 or broadbentr@william.jewell.edu . Or check out our informational webpage here: https://www.jewell.edu/join/nursing-accelerated-track.
We invite any students to attend our Accelerated Track and Transfer Nursing Preview day on June 25th, 2019 from 5:30-7:30 pm on William Jewell College’s campus. We will host a meet and greet with refreshments, a question and answer session, and a tour of the Nursing facilities and labs. If you would like to attend, please register here: https://cardinals.jewell.edu/join/Events/EventDetails?eventId=af641e2e-d166-e911-80d3-d81595e488f8
We’d love to see you there!
Deadline Extensions
University of Cincinnati. We See Leaders. Take advantage of our Fall 2019 deadline extension: June 1st! Limited seat availability. Complete your NursingCAS application soon! Available programs include:
- DNP, MSN, and Post-MSN Adult-Gero Acute Care NP
- DNP, MSN, and Post-MSN Adult-Gero Primary Care NP
- DNP, MSN, and Post-MSN Family Care NP
- DNP & MSN Nursing Administration
- DNP & Post-MSN Pediatric Acute Care NP
- DNP Psych Mental Health NP
- Post-MSN DNP
- MSN & Post-MSN Neonatal NP
- MSN Occupational Health
- MSN Women’s Health NP
- MSN Nurse Midwifery
- Nurse Educator Certificate
- Case Management Certificate
Visit https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs.html for program details. For more information, contact Bobby Rue, Admissions Counselor Bobby.Rue@uc.edu
New Programs
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Roseman University of Health Sciences is proud to announce the inaugural cohort for the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) program will begin January, 2020. Applications are open for the online program that offers students the ability to complete clinical hours in their current state of residence* and the flexibility to continue to work full time. Roseman University is known for its commitment to educational mastery and is excited to implement our Six-Point Mastery Learning Model in this program. This means students will take courses in a block structure, graduate prepared to take required exams for APRN licensure, and ready to enter the field as Family Nurse Practitioners. The demand for Advance Practice nurses is rising and Roseman University is proud to help prepare nurses to fill that need.
Come run with us! For more information, inquire at www.gonursing.roseman.edu. *Prior approval is required for clinical locations.
UC Nurses. We See Leaders. Learn more about the Spring 2020 Post-MSN FNP Certificate, Post-MSN AGPCNP Certificate, Post-MSN AGACNP Certificate, Case Management Certificate, Nurse Educator Certificate, MSN FNP, and the MSN AGPCNP programs. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019. Online & On-Campus options available.
- Spring 2020 Post-MSN Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate Program at the University of Cincinnati On-Campus & Online. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019
- Develop your leadership potential by completing our Family NP program! Our Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program prepares nurses to diagnose and manage common and complex medical conditions in children and adults, supplementing your existing MSN education, and expanding your scope of practice.
- This program is offered online and on campus. All courses for the on-campus program can be taken online, if preferred. *Cincinnati-area residents must apply to the *onsite* application to take up to 100% of your courses online. Visit https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/msn/admissions.html to view county criteria.
- Customized full-or part-time schemas will be created to suit your needs after admission to the program. Program details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/post-msn-certificate/family-nurse-practitioner.html
- Cincinnati-area applicants and those wishing to complete the program onsite: Contact Bobby Rue at Rue@uc.edu or 513-558-5072. All other applicants, please contact onlinerecruitment@uc.edu or call 833-556-7400.
- Spring 2020 Post-MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP Certificate Program at the University of Cincinnati. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Develop your leadership potential by completing our Post-MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP Certificate program! Our program prepares students to care for patients 13 and older for diagnosis and management of common and complex medical conditions, supplementing your existing MSN education, and expanding your scope of practice.
- Up to 100% of this program can be completed online, but it is considered to be an onsite program. Students in driving distance of Cincinnati have been able to successfully complete the program. Customized full- or part-time schemas will be created to suit your needs after admission to the program.
- Program Details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/post-msn-certificate/adult-gerontology-primary-care.html. For additional information, please contact Bobby Rue at Rue@uc.edu or call 513-558-5072.
- Spring 2020 Post-MSN Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP Certificate Program at the University of Cincinnati: On-Campus Program. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Develop your leadership potential by completing the UC’s Post-MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP Certificate program! Our program prepares students to care for patients 13 and older for diagnosis and management of common and complex medical conditions, supplementing your existing MSN education, and expanding your scope of practice.
- Most of the coursework in this program is offered online, but there are weekly required campus visits in most semesters. Students have been able to successfully complete the program by commuting for the onsite components. Contact us with questions about this requirement. Customized full-or part-time schemas will be created to suit your needs after admission to the program.
- Program Details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/post-msn-certificate/adult-gerontology-acute-care.html. For additional information, contact Bobby Rue at Rue@uc.edu or call 513-558-5072.
- Spring 2020 Case Management Certificate Program at the University of Cincinnati: 100% Online. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Our fully online Case Management Certificate prepares health providers to manage, coordinate, and transition care activities to make a measurable impact on patient care outcomes as a professional case manager. Nurses who complete this program add value to their careers, propelling themselves towards new leadership opportunities.
- Program details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/graduate-certificates/case-management.html. For additional information, contact Zhané Broomfield at Broomfield@uc.edu or 513-558-5885.
- Spring 2020 Nurse Educator Certificate Program at the University of Cincinnati: 100% Online. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Share your passion for nursing with the next generation of nurse leaders in our Nurse Educator Certificate Program! Our fully online graduate certificate programs allow individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a health-related field to develop the skills to become effective nurse educators.
- The Nurse Educator program comprises only four courses and is often integrated into one of our MSN or DNP programs. Students who apply dually to the Nurse Educator and a MSN or DNP program are eligible to apply for the Nurse Faculty Loan, which can eliminate up to 85% of awarded loan funds.
- More information can be found here: https://nursing.uc.edu/admissions-financial-aid/scholarships.html. Program details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/graduate-certificates/nurse-educator-certificate.html. For additional information, contact Zhané Broomfield at Broomfield@uc.edu or 513-558-5885.
- Spring 2020 MSN Family Nurse Practitioner at the University of Cincinnati: On-Campus & Online. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Become a leader in your field by completing the UC’s Family NP program! Our Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) program prepares nurses to diagnose and manage common and complex medical conditions in children and adults.
- This program is offered online and on campus. All courses for the on-campus program can be taken online, if preferred. *Cincinnati-area residents must apply to the *onsite* NursingCAS application to take up to 100% of the courses online. Visit https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/msn/admissions.html to view county criteria.
- Experience requirement: One year of RN experience must be completed before applying to this competitive program. Program details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/msn/family-nurse-practitioner.html.
- Cincinnati-area applicants and those wishing to complete the program onsite: Contact Bobby Rue at Bobby.Rue@uc.edu or 513-558-5072. All other applicants, please contact onlinerecruitment@uc.edu or call 833-556-7400.
- Spring 2020 MSN Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP at the University of Cincinnati: On-Campus & Online. Application Deadline: September 15th, 2019.
- Become a leader in your field by completing the UC’s Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP program! Our program prepares students to care for patients 13 and older for diagnosis and management of common and complex medical conditions.
- This program is offered online and on campus. All courses for the on-campus program can be taken online, if preferred. *Cincinnati-area applicants must apply to the *onsite* NursingCAS application to take up to 100% of the courses online. Visit https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/msn/admissions.html to view county criteria.
- Experience requirement: One year of RN experience must be completed before applying to this competitive program. Program Details: https://nursing.uc.edu/academic-programs/msn/adult-gerontology-primary-care.html.
- Cincinnati-area residents and those wishing to complete the program onsite: Contact Bobby Rue at Rue@uc.edu or call 513-558-5072. All other applicants, please contact onlinerecruitment@uc.edu or call 833-556-7400.