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The NursingCAS Applicant Newsletter is a monthly newsletter intended to keep you informed about programs with available space, deadline extensions, and new programs added to NursingCAS. The newsletter will feature:
- Open Seats: 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.
- 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 on a continual basis. Discover and learn about new program offerings available to you by reviewing the listings below.
Applicants can also view the NursingCAS Events Calendar, where NursingCAS schools provide prospective students with information on events like upcoming webinars and information sessions throughout the application cycle.
 OPEN SEATS
Allen College
Allen College School of Nursing has space available! Apply through NursingCAS now!
Accepting BSN and Graduate Nursing applications on a rolling basis for Summer 2023, Fall 2023, and Spring 2024.
Allen College offers three ways to complete your BSN degree:
The Graduate Nursing programs at Allen College prepare nurses for a wide variety of specializations.
MSN options starting Fall 2023 and Spring 2024:
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
BSN to DNP options starting Fall 2023 and Spring 2024:
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Acute Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
DNP options starting Fall 2023 and Spring 2024:
- Post-Graduate DNP for MSN graduates
Questions? Contact Tracy Carey by email at Tracy.Carey@allencollege.edu or by phone at (319) 226-2014.
Baldwin Wallace University
The deadline to apply for Baldwin Wallace University’s Accelerated BSN program is May 15, 2023.
Baldwin Wallace University’s in-person program (located near Cleveland, OH) will prepare candidates for a successful career in nursing in just 15 months! This program is designed for students who have earned a bachelor’s degree in a field outside of nursing and are interested in earning their BSN. Features of this program include: clinical experiences through renowned healthcare facilities, such as the Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals; opportunities to practice in state-of-the-art labs with standardized and simulated patients; comprehensive classroom education through our innovative Health Sciences Building; and more!
If you are seeking a successful career in nursing, we would encourage you to apply for our program! For more information on how to apply, visit the Baldwin Wallace ABSN webpage.
Questions? Please contact admission counselor Lauryn Rosinski at (440) 826-2915 or at lrosinsk@bw.edu. Applicants can also sign up for in-person and virtual visiting opportunities.
Belmont Abbey College
Belmont Abbey College School of Nursing has spots open now! Apply through NursingCAS by April 30, 2023. Experience a holistic approach to nursing. At Belmont Abbey College, our curriculum integrates medical disciplines and healthcare ethics with a foundation in the liberal arts and science.
Interested in a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing? Apply now for August 2023.
Interested in an RN-BSN? Apply now for August 2023.
Interested in a Master of Science in Nursing Leadership? Apply now for August 2023.
Questions? Contact Megan Wilson, Nursing Academic Advisor, by email at meganwilson@bac.edu or the Admissions Office at (704) 461-6700. For information about Belmont Abbey College, visit our website.
Colorado Mesa University
The Colorado Mesa University (CMU) Graduate Nursing Program offers Master of Science in Nursing degrees in family nurse practitioner and new adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner tracks. CMU also offers a Doctor of Nursing Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner dual track. Both the MSN and DNP degrees are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). Part-time and full-time attendance options exist for all degrees and tracks. Courses are offered online, allowing students to reside in their home communities; however, some travel to campus is expected as students move through the program.
CMU boasts relatively small class sizes, allowing students to have meaningful interactions with peers and course faculty. CMU graduates also perform at or above the national average for nurse practitioner certification pass rates and employment following graduation. Through mentoring by faculty who are nationally recognized nurse leaders, students can expect a rigorous, yet personalized graduate nursing experience at CMU.
Harding University
Apply now through NursingCAS.
Post-Graduate Certificate
- Family Nurse Practitioner: This option is available to registered nurses or advanced practice registered nurses with a Master of Science in nursing in another area. Students may complete up to 32 credit hours in the program. Upon completion of required courses, students are eligible to sit for the family nurse practitioner national certification exam.
Master of Science in Nursing
- Family Nurse Practitioner: Available to registered nurses with a Bachelor of Science in nursing, this program prepares family nurse practitioners for outpatient settings across the lifespan. The program consists of online courses with on-campus intensives three times throughout the entire program. Part-time and full-time tracks are available. Now admitting for Fall 2023 & Summer 2023! Second MSN option: For registered nurses and advanced practice registered nurses with a Master of Science in nursing in another area, up to 15 hours of essential courses may count toward the 45-hour degree completion.
- Master’s Entry into Professional Nursing: Harding offers the first prelicensure program in Arkansas, preparing students to become advanced entry-level professional nurses who graduate with a Master of Science in nursing. The master’s entry into professional nursing will include a focus on health care administration and leadership. The five-semester program is offered year-round.
Two tracks are available for the MEPN program:
- Traditional track for those with bachelor’s degree in any field.*
- Early entry track for those with 90 undergraduate credit hours.*
*Both tracks require Arkansas nursing prerequisites
For more information, visit our website or contact us by email at mepn@harding.edu or fnp@harding.edu
Mary Baldwin University
Mary Baldwin University is accepting applications for our dynamic Doctor of Nursing Practice program. This entry-to-practice degree is designed to prepare BSN-qualified nurses who are ready to advance their careers. Choose from two possible tracks:
We also offer a DNP completion option for nurses who hold an MSN. This part-time plan can be completed in six semesters with no on-campus residency required.
The Mary Baldwin difference:
- Part-time or full-time degree plans
- Online coursework
- One weekend-long clinical intensive each year (yep, not once a month or once a semester)
Apply through NursingCAS today! Verified applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Contact Lisa Cohe, Associate Director of Admissions, by email at LVCohe@marybaldwin.edu or by phone at (540) 887-7123 with any questions.
Midwestern University, Glendale
Midwestern University is now accepting applications for all four graduate nursing programs for Fall 2023.
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Program Start: Fall 2023
- Duration: 24 months
- Total Estimated Tuition and Fees: $29,834*
Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.) Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Track or Nurse Executive Track
- Program Start: Fall 2023
- Duration: 18 months
- Total Estimated Tuition and Fees: $23,948*
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.) Nurse Leadership in Global Health
- Program Start: Fall 2023
- Duration: 18 months
- Total Estimated Tuition and Fees: $18,548*
Post-Master’s Certificate Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Track
- Program Start: Fall 2023
- Duration: 12 months
- Total Estimated Tuition and Fees: $14,000*
For more information about Midwestern University’s graduate nursing programs and scholarship opportunities, please visit our website.
Oregon Health & Science University
The OHSU School of Nursing’s RNBS Completion program and Master’s in Nursing Education program are accepting applications to start in Fall 2023.
The RNBS program for OCNE community college graduates is designed for Registered Nurses who have an associate degree in nursing from an OCNE partner school. View the admissions requirements for this program on our program page. Enroll before June 30 to join the Fall cohort! Learn more about how to apply on our website.
If you want to teach the next generation of nurses, join our MNE program to become a nurse educator and start working as nursing faculty in the academic setting or a staff nurse educator in a healthcare organization. This online program is offered both full-time and part-time. Learn more about the admissions requirements on our website.
Questions? Contact us by email at proginfo@ohsu.edu or by phone at (503) 494-7725.
Palm Beach Atlantic University
Palm Beach Atlantic University has open seats at both the West Palm Beach campus and the Orlando campus.
Undergraduate Degrees:
- The Upper-level track BSN program is a traditional 16-week daytime format and allows students who have already taken their science requirements to enter into upper-level nursing courses and complete the program in about two and half years. Applicant transcripts will be reviewed for transfer credits and an initial degree plan developed. Although an AA degree or prior bachelor’s degree is preferred, it is not a requirement. (West Palm Beach and Orlando)
- Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (West Palm Beach)
- RN to BSN (Online)
Graduate Degrees:
Master of Science in Nursing
- Health Systems Leadership (BSN to MSN Track)
- Health Systems Leadership (BSN/MSN Dual Enrollment Track)
- Health Systems Leadership (RN to MSN Track)
Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DNP Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (DNP-AGPCNP Track)
- DNP Executive Leadership (DNP-EXL Track)
- DNP Family Nurse Practitioner (DNP-FNP Track)
- DNP Post-Master’s (DNP-PM Track)
- DNP Psychiatric Mental Health Care Nurse Practitioner (DNP-PMHNP Track)
To learn more about these programs, applicants can visit our School of Nursing website or the Orlando campus website.
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | A mental health crisis gripping America, with over one-third of the country living in an area with a shortage of mental health professionals. To help in combatting this, consider applying to RFU’s Doctor of Nursing Practice: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program. Our program provides RNs with the advanced knowledge and clinical, leadership and research skills to practice at the highest level of the specialty, and become a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). Graduates are prepared to provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatments across the lifespan, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
The application is now open! Our DNP-PMH program admits cohorts in the Fall terms only.
- Start date in August 2023: Deadline July 1st, 2023
Master of Science in Nursing: Entry into Nursing Practice (MSN-ENP) | Healthcare delivery is increasingly complex and nurses educated at the masters level are well prepared to tackle this complexity. If you’re interested in pursuing a highly challenging — and rewarding — career as a registered nurse (RN), become an RN at Rosalind Franklin University in the Master of Science in Nursing: Entry into Nursing Practice (MSN-ENP) program. With state-of-the-art facilities and outstanding faculty, let RFU provide the educational foundation you will need to confidently begin your career as an RN.
Start dates with their respective deadlines to apply:
- Start in May 2023: Deadline May 1st, 2023
- Start in August 2023: Deadline July 1st, 2023
For more information about these programs, their application requirements, and coupon codes for application fee waivers, please contact your admissions counselor, Liana Baldwin, by email at liana.baldwin@rosalindfranklin.edu. Visit our MSN and DNP: PMHNP program pages on our website for additional information.
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Roseman University of Health Sciences College of Nursing is currently accepting applications for open seats in the various programs listed below.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) | Accelerated, 16-month hybrid, and on-campus options | 4 start dates per year: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall terms | Early experiential learning – learn by engaging with clinicals early in the program.
- RN-BSN (Online) | 9-month, full-time, asynchronous online program | 2 start dates per year: Fall & Spring terms | Earn as you learn. | Only $8,000 for the full program.
- Master of Science in Nursing / Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN/FNP) | 23-month, full-time, asynchronous online program | 2 start dates per year: January & July | Earn as you learn.
Schedule an appointment with an admissions representative by filling out an inquiry form.
Innovative Education Meets Real-World Care.
Texas A&M University – Texarkana
Apply now for our BSN programs! The BSN Traditional Track Fall 2023 deadline is April 30, 2023. The ADN to BSN program Summer 2023 deadline is May 15, 2023.
Texas A&M University – Texarkana is uniquely positioned to serve a four-state area: only one hour from Shreveport, LA, two hours from Little Rock, AR, and three hours away from Dallas, TX. No matter where you’re coming from, Texas A&M University – Texarkana is the perfect location to complete your four-year degree. We are ranked the 3rd best BSN program out of 127 programs in the state of Texas by Incredible Health, and in the top ten affordable nursing programs by Best Value Schools.
- Quality Nursing Education
- Highly qualified faculty (academically and experientially)
- Low faculty-to-student ratio
- Individualized attention
- Focus on student success through academic coaching, peer tutoring, writing center, and faculty office hours (face-to-face or virtual)
- A firm educational foundation for pursuing graduate-level nursing education
- A state-of-the-art simulation hospital, skills lab, and assessment lab
- 100% student pass rate for the NCLEX exam for the last 3 years and our students have 100% job placement prior to when they graduate from our program
- ADN-BSN nursing courses are 100% online and can be completed in either one or two years
- Traditional BSN nursing courses are face-to-face and are completed in two years
For a list of nursing program admission requirements, prerequisites, or more details, visit the university website. Contact Admissions Coordinator Kristie Avery by email at kavery@tamut.edu or by phone at (903) 334-6747.
University of Cincinnati
UC Nurses. We See Leaders. | 100% Online Course Options | Nationally-Ranked Quality | Flexible Schedules
Fall 2023 NursingCAS Fee Deadlines (Applications close once programs fill!)
- DNP: May 1
- PhD: May 1
- MSN: May 1
Transcripts and references are not due until one month after the NursingCAS fee deadline.
Program Availability (programs not listed have filled for Fall 2023):
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP (OH, KY, IN only)
- DNP
- MSN
- Post-MSN certificate
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
- DNP
- MSN
- Post-MSN certificate
Family NP (primary care)
- DNP
- MSN
- Post-MSN certificate
Neonatal NP (OH, KY, IN only)
Nurse Educator
- Post-bachelor’s certificate—add to DNP, MSN, or PhD!
Nurse Midwifery
Pediatric Acute Care NP—DNP PNP-AC currently ranked #2 in the nation!
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Public Health Nursing
- DNP
- Post-bachelor’s certificate —add to DNP, MSN, or PhD
Occupational Health
Systems Leadership
For more information, please review the University of Cincinnati’s program pages on our website.
University of Michigan – Ann Arbor
University of Michigan School of Nursing | WE DARE
Our MSN in Leadership, Analytics, and Innovation goes beyond current healthcare administration & informatics practices to provide a holistic perspective on quality improvement in healthcare for employees, patients, and our communities. WE DARE to beat the status quo by developing leaders with the skills to overcome the biggest challenges in this new healthcare landscape.
Winter 2024 NursingCAS Fee Deadlines:
- August 1, 2023: Early Action Deadline. Applicants who achieve this deadline typically have the best chances of completing their application in time for consideration.
- October 1, 2023: Final NursingCAS Fee Deadline. Transcripts & References are NOT NEEDED for you to submit your NursingCAS fee. These have about a week after the fee deadline to arrive at NursingCAS. Submit your application soon!
Transcripts & references are not required to submit the NursingCAS fee. These have one week after the posted deadlines to arrive at NursingCAS. Comprehensive admissions requirements are available on the UMSN Admissions and Aid webpage. Admissions decisions released on a semi-rolling basis.
Add value to your degree. Visit the UMSN Concentrations & UMSN Certificates pages for ways to add value to your education. These can be added after acceptance with no NursingCAS application required.
Why choose the University of Michigan?
- A top public research university
- World-renowned faculty
- We find your preceptors
- No coursework entry required
- No RN experience required
We are here to help! Contact the Recruiting & Admissions team at UMSN-GradAdmissions@med.umich.edu if you have any questions. Go Blue!
University of Missouri – Columbia
University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing Online Doctor of Nursing Practice, MS(N), and Post-Graduate Certificate options:
- Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult-Gerontology
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
- Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Leadership & Innovations in Healthcare (DNP)
- MS Care Management Online
- MS Nurse Educator
- MS Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare Systems
Hear more about our program from one of our students in the following video.
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, 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 deadlines are September 30 (FNP, PMHNP, Nurse Ed) and January 31 (all degrees) every year. Graduate Certificate program only admits for Fall.
Visit our website for more information on becoming a MIZZOU Nurse, or contact Dr. Miriam Butler at butlermd@missouri.edu, Esther Ellis ellise@missouri.edu, or Leslie McPeak at (573) 882-0200 or mcpeakl@missouri.edu
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston
MSN Program | Whether you want to work directly with patients or influence health care on a broader scale, UTMB School of Nursing’s CCNE-accredited MSN program can help you reach your goals. This program, which includes seven different tracks, is currently ranked #10 in the Best Online Master’s in Nursing Programs category according to U.S. News and World Report! Fall 2023 applications are currently being accepted! Visit our website to learn about requirements, program curriculum, the application process, and more. Our seven MSN tracks include:
RN-BSN Program | Are you a licensed registered nurse or a soon-to-be ADN graduate seeking a Bachelor of Science in Nursing? Take your nursing career to the next level and earn your bachelor’s degree online! UTMB School of Nursing offers licensed nursing professionals a two-semester RN-BSN program, with a staggered course load designed for working nurses. The Fall 2023 application is currently open! Visit our website to learn about requirements, program curriculum, the application process, and more.
BSN Traditional Program | Earn your BSN in 16 months from the 1st School of Nursing in Texas! UTMB’s BSN Traditional Program prepares students to become competent registered nurses who give patient-centered care in a variety of health care settings. We are proud to have a 99% NCLEX-RN pass rate currently! Our Spring 2024 application is open March 15th thru June 1st! Visit our website to learn about requirements, program curriculum, the application process, and more.
DNP Program | Nursing leaders are needed! Earn your Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at UTMB School of Nursing! BSN-DNP and MSN-DNP pathways offered! The BSN-DNP pathway offers three nurse practitioner tracks and is the first and only DNP program in Texas to offer a dual FNP-AGACNP track to provide graduates with a broad scope of practice. The MSN-DNP program focuses on leadership and accepts APRNs, CNLs, ENLs, and Nurse Administrators. This online program has a classroom feel and is supported by outstanding, student-centered faculty! Fall 2023 applications are currently being accepted! Visit our website to learn about requirements, program curriculum, the application process, application deadlines and more.
Ursuline College
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program will prepare you as an advanced practice nurse and confident leader in the nursing field. You’ll seek to transform the health of your community through reflection and healing interaction with individuals and organizations.
Graduate nursing courses are presented in Ursuline’s highly respected, value-based framework and emphasize the clinical components of advanced practice nursing. All students enrolled in the MSN degree program take the master’s core courses to enhance clinical reasoning and utilize evidence-based practice. Students develop the knowledge and skills to become advanced practice nurses.
Did you know? The National League for Nursing has designated the Breen School of Nursing a national Center of Excellence and U.S. News & World Report ranks Ursuline’s MSN program among the nation’s top graduate nursing programs.
Apply today for the Fall semester!
Westmont College
Westmont College (Santa Barbara, CA) is accepting applications for the Spring 2024 cohort of our ABSN Program! The NursingCAS application will open May 1, 2023.
Westmont’s full-time ASBN program allows applicants with a baccalaureate degree to complete in-person clinical training and become a registered nurse in just 16 months. Students will learn from registered nursing professors chosen for their dedication to the ministry of health and wellness through the theory of compassionate care.
The following features make Westmont’s ABSN program unique:
- Strategic partnership with Cottage Health, a system of hospitals and clinics serving the Central Coast, will provide state-of-the-art clinical training for Westmont students and a pathway to a career in nursing
- A facility located a mile from Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, providing students with easy access to their clinical rotations at the hospital and in ambulatory care settings, featuring a state-of-the-art simulation lab, a team-based learning environment, and progressive healthcare facilities
- Comprehensive preparation for the NCLEX-RN licensure exam
Questions about Westmont’s ASBN program can be directed to nursing@westmont.edu
 DEADLINE EXTENSIONS
Manchester University, Fort Wayne
Manchester University, Fort Wayne has extended their application deadline and has open seats for the Fall 2023 start Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing Second Degree program! The new application deadline is May 1, 2023.
Are you ready to take the next step in your health care career, or perhaps looking for a career change altogether? Manchester University’s Accelerated BSN Second Degree is for future nurses who already have a bachelor’s degree in another field and would like to pursue a path toward becoming a registered nurse. This full-time, 16-month program can get you on the fast track to a new, meaningful, and rewarding career. When you graduate from Manchester’s nursing program, you will be equipped as a highly-skilled and caring professional with an appreciation for the greater good and the know-how to ensure positive patient, family, and community health outcomes.
Recently introduced institutional scholarships for both Indiana and out of state students help to make Manchester’s ABSN program more affordable!
Want to hear from our current students? Eri Tamada says nursing has been a dream since she was little. Moving from California to Indiana to enroll in Manchester’s Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) Program was a bold move, and “making history” as the program’s inaugural class helps drive her to her goal. Hear what else she has to say by checking out this video!
Learn more about our admission requirements, curriculum, tuition, etc. by visiting our website!
Not sure if you’ve met the prerequisite requirements? Send your transcripts to gradadmissions@manchester.edu, indicate that you are interested in the ABSN program, and we will get back to you about what, if anything, you might be missing!
Have follow-up questions? Contact the Manchester University Fort Wayne’s Office of Graduate Admissions by email at gradadmissions@manchester.edu or by phone at (260) 470-2703. We look forward to hearing from you!
Oregon Health & Science University
The application deadline for OHSU’s hybrid Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner program and Ph.D. in Nursing (both starting September 2023) have been extended until August 1. To learn more about the admissions requirements for these programs, please visit the OHSU website. Please keep in mind that this is a rolling application process, so if the cohort is filled prior to the final deadline, the application will close early.
Have questions? Email us at proginfo@ohsu.edu or schedule an advising appointment with an Admissions Counselor using our online form.
 NEW PROGRAMS
Nova Southeastern University
The BSN Program and Accelerated BSN Program at Nova Southeastern University has changed its program length to 5 semesters! For more information, please visit our website.
University of Providence
Traditional BSN Program launching in Fall 2023!
Due to the high demand for nurses, the UP is pleased to provide this exciting opportunity for students who are interested in a more traditional college experience, while earning a BSN. The traditional BSN is a 4-year, on-campus nursing program designed to prepare students for a rewarding career as a registered nurse. The program will immerse students in a didactic learning experience through a foundational education in liberal arts, curated nursing courses, and enhanced skills training through an innovative, on-campus simulation lab designed to elevate nursing students educations.
Students who apply for Direct Entry Admission must meet the following criteria:
- Completed NursingCAS application by the priority deadline of April 30 containing:
(1) Personal Statement addressing knowledge of the Mission of the University of Providence
(2) Personal Statement addressing interest and experience with the nursing profession
- Two professional letters of recommendation
- 3.0 cumulative high school GPA
- Completion of two years of science (biology and chemistry recommended)
- Completion of high school math through Algebra I
If you are interested in learning more about our program, please reach out to Admissions by phone at (406) 791-5202 or by email admissions@uprovidence.edu
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