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One of the benefits of NursingCAS is to provide notifications to applicants about programs that have available space. Review the listing below to determine if you would like to apply to one of these programs.
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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.
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New programs are added to NursingCAS on a continual basis. Discover and learn about new program offerings available to you by reviewing the listings below.
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Reminder: 2020-2021 Academic Update Window is Open
As a friendly reminder, the Academic Update (AU) window for the 2020-2021 cycle is open:
- 2020-2021 cycle: Dec. 15, 2020 – Feb. 21, 2021, 11:59pm ET
Please review and complete the three-step process to submit an AU request by the designated deadline above.
The AU allows applicants to update final grades for previously entered planned/in-progress coursework (i.e. Fall 2020) or enter newly planned coursework (i.e. Spring 2021) since NursingCAS verification. Applicants are eligible for AU if at least one of their programs is in ‘Verified’ status by the AU request deadline. Application status can be viewed under the Check Status tab in NursingCAS. Upon submission of the AU request, NursingCAS will verify the applicant’s new grades, calculate an updated GPA, and send this information to their programs. While an AU is optional, some programs require this information for admissions consideration. Students are encouraged to submit their request for new transcripts to their Registrar’s Office ASAP to allow plenty of processing/mailing time.
Questions? Please contact the NursingCAS Customer Service Team at nursingcasinfo@nursingcas.org.
 Open Seats
Abilene Christian University
Abilene Christian University is currently accepting applications to our online Pre-Nursing, BSN to DNP, and DNP programs for the Spring 2021 term. Right now, we are offering over $150,000 in total scholarships to new ACU Online students. Visit acu.edu/online to apply or to learn more about these programs.
Ready to enroll? Please call 855-219-7300 or complete this form.
Bellarmine University
The Bellarmine University Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program has open seats for our Summer 2021 start (May 3, 2021). We offer a 12-month, fast-paced intensive nursing program with over 750 hours of clinical experience. Get a great job quickly thanks to our high NCLEX pass rates, eager employers, and outstanding reputation. Small class sizes and specialty clinical experiences in critical care, trauma, ER, mother-baby, pediatrics, community public health, psychiatric mental health, and nursing leadership/management set Bellarmine nurses apart.
We offer FREE summer housing on our beautiful campus in the heart of Louisville, perennially ranked one of America’s most livable cities. Apply now through your NursingCAS profile. Get more information now at our Accel BSN FAQ page or contact Julie Armstrong-Binnix for advising at julieab@bellarmine.edu or 502-272-8364.
Belmont University
Belmont University is located in Nashville, Tennessee, and offers on-campus programs for advanced nursing practice. Since 2004 (17 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. For more information on each of our degrees and FNP programs, go to belmont.edu/gradnursing.
Admission is granted on a rolling basis. We welcome your questions via email to gradnursing@belmont.edu or by phone at 615-460-6752.
California State University, East Bay
We are now accepting applications for Fall 2021 through June 1, 2021. The CSU East Bay’s online/hybrid MSN program offers two concentrations: Nursing Education & Nursing Leadership and Administration. The program offers high quality, accessible, online graduate education over four semesters as well as annual two-day campus immersion meetings that give critical support for student success. Graduates in Nursing Education will be well-equipped to work as educators in clinical or academic settings. Graduates in the Leadership & Administration Concentration will be prepared for mid-level management and leadership positions in a variety of healthcare settings.
Davis & Elkins College
Looking for a historically successful nursing program to join? Davis & Elkins College still has space available for our fall nursing class beginning in August. Check out our program!
Harding University
Apply NOW for Fall 2021
Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner: Available to registered nurses who have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. This program prepares nurses to practice as family nurse practitioners in a number of settings and across the lifespan. The program consists largely of online courses with on-campus intensives three times per year.
Second MSN option: For registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses who have completed an MSN in another area, up to 15 hours of essential MSN courses may count toward the 45-hour MSN-FNP degree completion.
Post Graduate Certificate, Family Nurse Practitioner: This option is available to registered nurses or advanced practice registered nurses who have earned an MSN in another area of emphasis. Students in this option may complete up to 32 credit hours in the MSN-FNP program. Upon completion of the required courses, students will be eligible to sit for the FNP national certification exam. Part-time and full-time tracks are available.
Holy Family University
Holy Family University’s MSN program offering cohort tuition and ready to accept for Fall 2021 MSN and DNP tracks. Tuition is very competitive, classes formatted for the working adult and clinical coordinator to support clinical experiences for students attending Holy Family University!
DNP Entry Points (available to Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware residents)
- The Online MSN–DNP Leadership track (35 credits; 1000 clinical hours). The track is designed to be completed in as few as 5 semesters.
- The Online MSN to DNP Leadership for the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) track (26 credits; 500 clinical hours plus 500 transfer clinical hours). The track is designed to be completed in 4 semesters part-time or 3 semesters full-time.
The MSN–DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) track is designed for any MSN nurse who wants to become an FNP at the doctoral level. The program is designed to be completed in as few as 2.5 calendar years. The courses are delivered in an 8-week blended format (meeting once a week or less).
The BSN–DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) track starts each Fall semester with conferred MSN. Approximately 4 years, you will be prepared and eligible to sit for national certification as an FNP.
MSN Program: now online, offering cohort tuition to all accepted MSN students Fall 2021 (about an 18% discount) – email Marie Leonard to learn more! MSN program at Holy Family University allows students to complete a 30-credit (10 courses) MSN in advanced nursing courses with a focus on quality, safety, and leadership. The depth and quality of a Holy Family University MSN is renowned among nursing schools in Philadelphia.
It would be a pleasure to chat and share information! Contact Marie Leonard by email mleonard2@holyfamily.edu or call 267-341-3024 to learn more!
Johns Hopkins University
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 Summer and Fall 2021 Applications for the Following Programs:
Summer 2021 Start Term
- DNP Executive Track*
- DNP Executive Track/Master of Business Administration (MBA) Dual Degree*
Fall 2021 Start Term
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Acute Care NP*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Primary Care NP*
- DNP Family Primary Care NP*
- DNP Pediatric Primary Care NP*
- DNP Pediatric Dual Acute/Primary Care NP*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Health CNS*
- DNP Adult-Gerontological Critical Care CNS*
- DNP Pediatric Critical Care CNS*
- MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership*
- MSN Healthcare Organizational Leadership /Master of Business Administration (MBA) Dual Degree*
- Post-Master’s Nurse Educator Certificate*
- Post-Master’s Pediatric Acute Care NP Certificate*
- Post-Master’s Healthcare Organizational Leadership Certificate*
*online options
Questions? Contact the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing Office of Admissions at 410-955-7548 or jhuson@jhu.edu.
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center New Orleans
LSU Health New Orleans School of Nursing is a nationally recognized 2019 Center of Excellence (COE) for Nursing Education by the National League for Nursing (NLN) and is the only nursing school in Louisiana within an academic health sciences center. We are pleased to announce that the Nurse Practitioner DNP program (summer entry) deadline is February 1, 2021. The next deadline for Traditional BSN and Accelerated CARE program will be August 1, 2021 (for Spring 2022 entry). RN to BSN and graduate program deadlines can be found on the School of Nursing’s website, or visit the links below for more information:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN):
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN):
Mary Baldwin University
OUR PROGRAMS
RN-BSN – $10K for 30 nursing credits! Plus….Get credit for what you know. MBU offers RN to BSN students a portfolio review for prior learning credits at no cost. Complete our 100% online program in as few as 3 semesters or up to 5 years.
BSN-DNP – A DNP that sets you free. Our FNP and AG-ACNP tracks are the only hybrid programs in Virginia and are designed with you in mind. Complete our full-time, cohort-based, advanced practice program in 3 years or 9 semesters.
Post-MSN DNP – Enhance your leadership skills and clinical experience. Our Post-MSN DNP opens the door to even more career advancement opportunities. Complete our part-time, hybrid program in 2 years or 6 semesters.
JOIN US!
MGH Institute of Health Professions
At MGH Institute of Health Professions (Boston, MA), we prepare practitioners to lead the next generation of interprofessional, compassionate care. We are currently accepting applications for two programs:
- Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Summer (May 2021 entry) – Rolling Admission
- Direct-Entry Master of Science in Nursing (Fall 2021 entry) – Deadline is February 1, 2021
Our intensive curriculum builds upon the skills and knowledge that you have accomplished in other degrees and careers and prepares you to become a nurse or nurse practitioner. Our programs are designed specifically for college graduates with no prior nursing experience. Throughout the 16-month curriculum in the ABSN program, and the 32-month curriculum of the DEN program, you will learn the essential skills and knowledge to deliver outstanding patient care as well as to advance in the profession of nursing. There is a 1:6 clinical faculty-to-student ratio, giving students personalized attention from excellent clinicians in prime clinical settings. We hope you consider applying to the MGH Institute of Health Professions and become a member of an interprofessional health care team preparing to improve the quality of healthcare and patient outcomes.
Submit your application today! Please visit our website for specific application information, requirements, and links to the appropriate NursingCAS cycles:
Please contact the Office of Admissions (admissions@mghihp.edu) with any questions. We look forward to receiving your NursingCAS application!
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia
Middle Tennessee School of Anesthesia receives applications from across the nation and is dedicated to creating a diverse learning environment where everyone’s career goals can be realized. We seek individuals who bring with them a spirit of motivation, academic rigor, and service.
Apply Now:
Missouri State University
- Flexible, with 5 start times and 8-week blocks
- Affordable with competitive tuition rates and transfer scholarships available
- Seamless transfer process
Looking for a four-year BSN program? Students in our BSN program can have a traditional university experience while completing an exceptional clinical program. Our program is selective, but student-centered, allowing you to receive more one-on-one attention from faculty members who help students make professional connections that will last long after graduation. The application for Fall 2021 start is NOW OPEN, it will close January 31, 2021.
Take your nursing practice career to the next level.
- BSN-DNP students prepare for entry-level primary care practice as a family nurse practitioner.
- Post-Master’s DNP students learn how to improve patient outcomes and reduce health disparities as a leader in health care.
- Post-Master’s graduate certificates are also available.
For questions and assistance on any of our programs, please contact
Nova Southeastern University
The demand for nurses is continuing to grow. Nova Southeastern University offers BSN, MSN, DNP, and PhD degree options to prepare you to advance your career, improve the practice of nursing, and support healthier communities. Take the next step and apply for our Fall 2021 cohort.
We are currently accepting applications for the following programs:
- Entry B.S. in Nursing program
- Accelerated B.S. in Nursing program
- MSN Programs
- Executive Nurse Leadership
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Informatics
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Post Master’s Certificate programs
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- BSN to DNP program
- DNP program
- PhD in Nursing program, with a focus on Nursing Education
If you have any questions contact us today at nsu_nursing@nova.edu or by phone at 954-262-1874.
Schreiner University
Schreiner University Nursing Program has OPEN Clinical Rotations and is currently accepting applications for Fall 2021. Schreiner University’s 2020 BSN Graduate NCLEX Pass Rate was 100% for the 3rd year in a row.
Located in the Heart of the Texas Hill Country, the Schreiner University Nursing Program provides excellent learning opportunities for their students. Accredited by the CCNE for 30 students, we provide a customized nursing experience. All of our faculty are Doctorally prepared nurses, teaching in their area of expertise. Our students have exclusive access to Peterson Regional Medical Center and Hill Country Memorial Hospital for various clinical rotations, in addition to multiple healthcare facilities in the surrounding area. Students travel to San Antonio Children’s Hospital and University Hospital for pediatric and intensive care rotations. We have had three consecutive years of 100% NCLEX pass rate and a 97% employment rate prior to graduation. You will achieve more at Schreiner University.
Interviews and Rolling Admission Cycles will begin in January 2021. Deadline for submission of application and other required paperwork to the Schreiner University BSN program is April 30, 2021 for consideration of admission in the Fall semester. Applicants may contact the office of the Nursing Department at 830-792-7481 if they require assistance or visit the Schreiner Nursing webpage. Applicants must have all of their paperwork submitted and an interview scheduled prior to the April 30, 2021 deadline to be eligible for admission.
Trine University
Trine University is currently accepting applications for our online RN to BSN program. This program is designed for students who hold an unrestricted RN license and want to advance their career with a BSN. With our recently reduced tuition, you can finish your BSN in as little as 12 months for just $250 per credit hour. Classes start every eight weeks, with the next term beginning March 15, 2021. Learn more at trine.edu/bsn.
Contact Jessica Bremer, Director of Recruiting and Student Services, at 260-665-4819 or bremerj@trine.edu.
Trinity Washington University
Located in Washington DC, Trinity Washington University offers degrees in both undergraduate and graduate level nursing. Through clinical experiences at DC area hospitals and community settings, students are prepared for a career in nursing. We are accepting applications for the following programs:
Pre-Licensure BSN: With state-of-the-art simulations and rigorous academic coursework, Trinity combines the academic and clinical preparation necessary for a nursing career. Upon completion of the program, graduates are eligible to apply for licensure as a registered nurse.
Second Degree BSN: Already have a Bachelor’s degree, but want to be a nurse? We offer students like you the opportunity to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N). After completion of required preliminary courses, students apply to the nursing program. Students experience first-hand the rewards of nursing in various closely supervised clinical settings.
RN-to-BSN: The Trinity Nursing Program offers advance placement for Registered Nurses (R.N.s) holding an Associate’s degree or diploma in nursing. This program gives the opportunity to R.N.s who wish to advance their careers by attaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N) degree.
RN-to-MSN: Registered nurses who hold a hospital diploma or associate degree in nursing can choose the RN to MSN Program to earn a bachelor’s degree while working towards a Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N). We offer concentration in either the Nursing Education track or the Nursing Administration track.
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN): Trinity offers BSN nurses two tracks to continue their education as advanced nurses: Nursing Education and Nursing Administration. Become a career educator for academic nursing education or nursing professional development in a clinical setting. Part-time or full-time coursework in a hybrid format with online courses and weekend face-to-face sessions.
Visit our website to learn more.
Union College – Nebraska
The world needs nurses, and the nursing profession needs YOU! Union College is eager to help you achieve your goal and get out into the world to make a difference as a professional nurse. We have open seats in our August 2021 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) cohort that we’re ready to fill!
Union College’s nursing program is one of the best and here’s why:
- 100% first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate for five of the past six graduating cohorts.
- Acceptance rate for the spring 2021 cohort was over 90% for qualified applicants.
- The average cumulative GPA of our students at acceptance is 3.2, and our first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate average over the past 5 years is 96%.
- Transfer scholarships of up to 1/2 price tuition!
- In-person classes and clinicals with appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- No waiting list – the nursing curriculum is only five semesters long and clinical rotations begin the first semester of the nursing program.
- Clinicals are in all the major hospital systems in Lincoln, Nebraska, and in the local community (don’t worry, we’re in the capital city of Nebraska which is full of college student opportunities).
- Small class sizes ensure that you will get individualized attention and your professor will know you by your first name.
- Every student in each clinical course utilizes the state-of-the-art Simulation Center multiple times each semester.
- Our program prepares students to care for patients holistically – mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically, and all faiths are welcome.
- The Global Health Nursing elective course creates an opportunity to travel to a developing country over Spring Break to provide care.
If you’ve been searching for a nursing program with a tradition of excellence, small class sizes, and professors committed to your success, you’ve found it! Questions? Contact Yary Jimenez, Health Sciences Enrollment Counselor, at nursing@ucollege.edu or 402-486-2674. Let’s work together to get you on your way to becoming a nurse!
University of Cincinnati
UC Nurses. We See Leaders.
100% RN to BSN DEADLINES: 9 Courses | 9, 12, 18 Month Options | No Clinicals
- NursingCAS Basics Deadline
- SUMMER 2021: March 1, 2021 | FALL 2021: July 1, 2021
GRADUATE DEADLINES
- SUMMER 2021-PRIORITY: February 1, 2021 | NursingCAS BASICS: March 1, 2021
- FALL 2021
- PhD Nursing Research: PRIORITY: December 15, 2020 | NursingCAS BASICS: February 1, 2021
- DNP: PRIORITY: February 1, 2021 | NursingCAS BASICS: May 1, 2021
- MSN & Certificate Programs: PRIORITY: April 1, 2021 | NursingCAS BASICS: May 1, 2021
AVAILABILITY – 100% Online Courses unless otherwise noted
*CINCINNATI AREA RESIDENTS for MSN & Post-MSN Family NP and MSN AGPC NP: Select the Cincinnati Metro Resident Application. Residents of all other areas select the Distance Learner application. Metro Area Counties:
- Ohio: Butler, Clermont, Hamilton, Warren
- Kentucky: Boone, Campbell, Kenton
Contact nursingbearcats@uc.edu for additional information.
University of Miami
Don’t miss your chance to apply to our Accelerated BSN program for the Summer 2021 term! The application deadline is February 1st.
- Earn your BSN degree in only 1 year
- University of Miami is ranked #49 by US News & World Report
- Approximately 98% of our graduates passed the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) on the first try, among the highest in Florida
- Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- Simulation Hospital is one of the nation’s first fully functional education-based facilities
Questions? Reach out to us at sonhs@miami.edu or 305-284-4325.
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
The University of Michigan – Ann Arbor offers many ways for our applicants to connect with us as well as to meet our distinguished faculty. Register for upcoming events and one-on-one Coffe Chats with admission experts on our Visit Us page.
The Fall 2021 application is now open with the following deadlines:
- Clinical MSN and DNP programs: April 15, 2021
- Leadership, Analytics & Innovation MSN: June 1, 2021
We are here to help! Please contact the Recruiting & Admissions team at UMSN-GradAdmissions@med.umich.edu or by phone at 734-763-5985 if you have any questions.
Go Blue!
University of Missouri – Columbia
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI SINCLAIR SCHOOL OF NURSING ONLINE DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE with *NEW* MS(N) and post-graduate certificate options.
The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing is a land grant university centrally located in mid-Missouri with a long history of serving rural and underserved populations. We accept students from across the country to our online DNP programs as well as our *NEW* MS(N) and post-graduate certificate programs. We are CCNE accredited, require limited on-campus visits, and charge in-state tuition to all students making completion of your degree affordable and convenient. Our next admission cycle is summer/fall except for Graduate Certificate students who start in the fall only. For more information on becoming a MIZZOU Nurse, visit our website or contact Dr. Miriam Butler (butlermd@missouri.edu) or Leslie McPeak 573-882-0200 (mcpeakl@missouri.edu).
University of St. Thomas – Houston
University of St. Thomas-Houston is preparing to educate the nurses needed in this growing healthcare workforce! Our Graduate Nursing Applications are all open for Fall 2021: Master of Science in Nursing, RN to Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice.
- Students will study the MSN Core and then specialize in their concentration
- Courses are hybrid which include a combination of online and on-site labs at our main campus
- The MSN degree will allow students to continue their development in the Nursing profession
- Designed for students who have an Associate’s degree and carry their RN license
- Students will take undergraduate bridge courses to prepare them for the MSN courses
- Emerging Nurse professionals can obtain their MSN at the end of their studies
- Two tracks for the working professionals: Post-Masters and Post-Bac
- Online with flexible part-time and full-time options
- One-on-one mentoring through the program
If you are interested in learning more about the Nursing admissions process, email Michelle Miller, Senior Nursing Admissions Counselor at nursing@stthom.edu or call/text 832-343-8759. Follow us on social media at @NursingAtUST on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Please be aware of the following application deadlines:
- Fall 2021 Traditional BSN – February 1, 2021
- Fall 2021 BSN-DNP – March 1, 2021
- Fall 2021 Post-Masters DNP and PhD – April 1, 2021
Additional information regarding admission requirements and application procedures may be found on our website.
The application is open for students interested in transferring into our 2-year transfer nursing program. Specific prerequisite and entrance requirements must be met. Courses are held in a traditional face-to-face format, during the day. The program priority deadline is July 1. Schedule a visit by contacting Gina Mumpower-Turner, Assistant Director of Admissions at mumpower-turnerg@wjclan.jewell.edu. For more information, visit our Nursing program webpage.
Scholarships available for transfer students for Fall 2021:
AWARD GPA SCHOLARSHIP
- Jewell Scholar 3.3 – 3.59: $2,000
- Trustee Scholar 3.6 – 3.79: $2,500
- Presidential Scholar 3.8 and above: $3,000
Transfer Academic Scholarships are renewable for two years (four full-time semesters). Recipients must maintain a minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA in order to renew.
We are accepting applications for our May 2021, 12-month BSN program. This is a program for students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree or will complete it before May 2021. The priority application deadline for this program is December 15th, 2020 but we will continue to admit students for this cohort until March 15th, 2021, or until the cohort is full. We have currently filled 8/36 seats in the cohort.
Our programs feature:
- 85% employment rate prior to graduation
- 100% employment rate within 3-months of graduation
- 93% Accelerated Track first-time NCLEX pass rate in 2019
- 100% 4-year BSN first-time NCLEX pass rate in 2019
If you are interested in either of our Accelerated Programs, please contact Rebecca Broadbent, Admission Counselor for Accelerated Track Nursing at William Jewell College. She can be reached at 816-415-7678 (phone call), 816-579-0032 (text line), or via email at broadbentr@william.jewell.edu.
 Deadline Extensions
Medical University of South Carolina
The MUSC College of Nursing has a long and distinguished history of more than 136 years preparing the finest professional nurses who care, cure, and create new knowledge in improving the health of individuals, families, and communities. We educate more than 560 students each year who earn baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral degrees. We continue to change what’s possible in the lives of patients and actively shape the health care of tomorrow.
We have recently extended the application deadline for the programs below. For more information about the application process and admission requirements, please click on the links to be directed to our webpage.
Submit your application today! For additional questions, please reach out to Alexis Cunliffe at cunlife@musc.edu.
 New Programs
Baker University is pleased to announce a NEW PROGRAM scheduled to start in August 2021. The ADN-MSN program will be a 100% online bridge program for those wishing to fast track to complete an MSN. Advance your career and achieve your goals quicker and at less expense. This program will eliminate repetition, allow students to progress at their own pace, and shorten graduation times!
Questions? Contact Dipti Bhakta or Heidi Shelton to learn more @ graduate.nursing@bakeru.edu. Classes start in August 2021 and January 2022.
Apply NOW for Fall 2021
The Carr College of Nursing is pleased to announce the first prelicensure program in Arkansas that prepares students to become advanced entry-level professional nurses who graduate with a Master of Science in Nursing. The Master’s Entry into Professional Nursing (MEPN) will begin in Fall 2021 and will include an in-depth focus on health care administration and leadership. The program will be offered year-round and is 5 semesters in length.
Applicants can choose from two tracks:
- The traditional track is available for those who have a B.S. or B.A. in any field*
- The early entry track is available for those with 90 undergraduate credit hours*
*Both tracks require Arkansas nursing prerequisites.
Believe in the work. Invest in yourself. It’s time.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Apply by: August 1, 2021
Program start date: August 23, 2021
Admission requirements for all applicants:
- Current unrestricted RN license in the Commonwealth of Virginia or state participating in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)
- Curriculum vitae
- Personal statement
- Official transcripts
- Completion of undergraduate or graduate Statistics course with a grade of “C” or higher
- Three letters of recommendation
Medical University of South Carolina
The Medical University of South Carolina is now offering the 1st Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) in Lifespan Palliative Care in the country. The Post-Master’s DNP in Lifespan Palliative Care program offers an opportunity for advanced practice nurses to obtain expertise and gain a deeper understanding of the physical, psychological, spiritual, and social needs of patients and families living with serious illness throughout their lifespan. Like all our graduate programs, the palliative care track will be offered in an accessible, asynchronous online format.
The curriculum is designed to be completed in five semesters and will prepare the graduate to use analytical methods to improve quality and safety in healthcare systems through organizational leadership, systems thinking, and practice management in palliative care. Students will meet eligibility requirements to take the Advanced Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (ACHPN) certification exam. Advanced practice registered nurses with a DNP in palliative care will fill an important gap in access to evidence-based, high-quality care for individuals with serious illness and their families. The specialized training in palliative care in addition to an added emphasis on disease prevention and health management will ensure our graduates are fully prepared to be leaders in palliative care.
Courses begin in Fall 2021. Applications are now open with a deadline of February 15, 2021. Decisions for our DNP programs are made on a rolling basis. To find out more information about this program, please view the admissions page or contact Alexis Cunliffe at cunlife@musc.edu.
Midwestern University – Glendale
Announcing New Graduate Nursing Programs! Midwestern University is pleased to offer the following new graduate nursing programs at the Glendale, Arizona campus:
- Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)/Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner concentration
- 24-month/72 quarter credit program in a hybrid learning environment.
- Didactic courses are offered in a flexible online format to support working nursing professionals.
- Two mandatory three-day on-campus intensives will take place in state-of-the-art facilities over a weekend.
- Students complete 640 practicum hours within their respective states, at sites approved by the University.
- Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)/Nurse Leadership in Global Health concentration
- 18-month/45 quarter credit program in a hybrid learning environment.
- Didactic courses are offered in a flexible online format to support working nursing professionals.
- No on-campus requirements.
- Students complete 160 leadership hours within their respective states, at sites approved by the University.
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)
- Two specialty tracks:
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner track (for actively working Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioners)
- Nurse Executive track
- 18-month/56 to 60 quarter credit program in a hybrid learning environment.
- Didactic courses are offered in a flexible online format to support working nursing professionals.
- No on-campus requirements.
- Students complete at least 600 residency hours within their respective states, at sites approved by the University.
All graduate nursing programs are scheduled to matriculate in Fall 2021.
For more information, please visit our website or contact our Office of Admissions at 888-247-9277 or admissaz@midwestern.edu.
Nebraska Methodist College
Develop the skills and knowledge to advance your nursing career as a Care Coordinator. Nebraska Methodist College’s MSN programs are offered online and feature a flexible format to allow busy RNs to maintain work and family responsibilities. A nurse care coordinator is a bridge between public health, population health, and healthcare systems to improve health outcomes for individuals with chronic diseases across the lifespan. This program track embodies the mission of NMC in educating nurses to improve the quality of care in the community.
Applicants are required to submit the following materials to complete their application:
- Resume
- Current unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse
- Written Statement
- Official College Transcripts
- Professional Consultation (facilitated over the phone)
Admissions Criteria must also be met and includes the following:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) from a state-approved program of nursing or a program professionally accredited by NLN CNEA, CCNE or ACEN.
- GPA of 3.0 or above
- Current unencumbered licensure as a Registered Nurse
- Non-Nebraska Residents meet State Authorization
Students can enroll in the program in the Fall (August) or Spring (January) terms. Applicants are encouraged to kick off their application today.
For More Information Contact: Jane Herman, Recruitment & Admissions Coordinator, at Jane.Herman@methodistcollege.edu or by calling 402-354-7170.
Beginning Fall 2021, Shepherd University is pleased to offer a post-graduate certification program for individuals who have national certification as APRN and hold a PhD or DNP. Two tracks will be available: Family Nurse Practitioner and Psych Mental Health Practitioner. In addition, the Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner is being offered as a new BSN to DNP track beginning Fall 2021. For more information, please contact Sharon Mailey Ph.D., RN, Director, School of Nursing, Shepherd University at 304-876-5344 or smailey@sheperd.edu. Please visit our website for more information on our Doctor of Nursing Practice program.
University of Cincinnati
UC Nurses. We See Leaders.
Why choose the Pre-Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN?
Students who complete their prerequisite courses for the Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN through the Pre-Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN program will receive:
- Guaranteed admission to the Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN program
- A GRE requirement waiver
- Financial aid opportunities
- Advising and support throughout both programs
To receive a waiver for the GRE and enter the Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN program, students must complete all courses in the Pre-Accelerated Direct-Entry MSN program at the University of Cincinnati and earn a B-minus or above.
Deadlines: Summer 2021- March 1, 2021 | Fall 2021: May 3, 2021
Complete an Info Request Form for deadline reminders & program information, or contact Zhané Broomfield for additional information: Zhane.Broomfield@uc.edu.
Ursuline College
Ursuline College is proud to announce the new Master of Arts in Integrative Wellness Studies! As a student in Ursuline’s flexible, online Integrative Wellness Studies master’s program, you’ll learn from faculty members and practitioners across various disciplines —which will prepare you to work as part of a diverse team of wellness professionals. You’ll also learn to take a holistic approach to your work, considering all aspects that may affect an individual’s personal health and wellness.
Ursuline College’s Master of Arts in Integrative Wellness Studies prepares professionals to improve health and wellbeing throughout the world. Through educational and practical experiences, as well as learning about interventions in behavior change, preparedness, and holistic approaches to wellness, you will advance your career in the growing fitness/health/wellness industry. As a culminating experience, you will engage in an immersive field experience, which could include a community-based project, an applied research project, or even starting your own wellness business. Areas of specialization include Financial Wellness, Integrative Health and Wellness, Longevity Wellness, Mental Performance, or Spiritual and Social Wellness.
According to the US Department of Labor, the employment of healthcare occupations is projected to grow 15% from 2019 to 2029. The knowledge and training you’ll receive in the Integrative Wellness Studies program will prepare you to advance your career in a number of quickly growing fields, including Holistic Health, Patient Care, Corporate Wellness, Public Health, Advising, Counseling, Research, and Education.
NursingCAS Customer Service
For application-related questions, contact NursingCAS Customer Service by chat via the icon in the lower right corner of your NursingCAS application, by phone at 617-612-2880, or by email at nursingcasinfo@nursingcas.org.
Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM ET. For the quickest response, contact Customer Service by chat. Customer Service typically provides responses to emails within two business days; however, response times can take up to three business days during peak times. Be sure to have your CAS ID number (located under your name in the upper-right corner of the application) when contacting NursingCAS.
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