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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.
The 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Academic Update Windows
The 2023-2024 Fall Academic Update (AU) II will open on Monday, December 2:
- 2023-2024 cycle: December 2, 2024 – January 10, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET
The 2024-2025 Fall Academic Update (AU) I will open on Monday, December 16:
- 2024-2025 cycle: December 16, 2024 – February 14, 2025, 11:50 p.m. 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. Spring 2024) or enter newly-planned coursework (i.e. Fall 2024) 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.
Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) and Minority Serving Institution Pathways Initiative (MSIPI)
Applications for the Summer Health Professions Education Program (SHPEP) and the Minority Serving Institution Pathway Initiative (MSIPI) are now open. With one application you can apply to both SHPEP and MSIPI sites, selecting up to three locations in total across both programs. The deadline to submit your application for SHPEP and MSIPI is February 5 at 11:59 p.m. ET
SHPEP is a FREE six-week summer enrichment program that prepares college students for a career in the health professions by enhancing their academic proficiency and providing career development opportunities.
MSIPI is a FREE five-week summer enrichment program helping students develop competencies to become successful applicants to health profession programs, plan academic journeys, and gain clinical exposure while engaging in programming at either a Native American-Serving Nontribal Institution (NASNTI) or a Historically Black College or University (HBCU).
 OPEN SEATS
Barnes-Jewish College Goldfarb School of Nursing
Goldfarb School of Nursing is holding open seats for applicants for Spring! No need to wait for our Summer or Fall terms. We know life is busy, so we are holding at least 10 places for applicants who apply by December 16 for the term starting January 13, 2025! Seats are held for those applying for the Upper Division (5 terms/20 months) program, the Accelerated BSN (3 terms/12 months, for those with a bachelor’s degree), and Weekend/Evening BSN (9 terms/36 months part-time)!
Goldfarb School of Nursing is part of nationally recognized BJC HealthCare. Our St. Louis location is on the bustling Washington University School of Medicine campus, which is also home to two of the top hospitals in the country: Barnes-Jewish Hospital and St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Our graduates are highly sought after for jobs at top hospitals based on their hands-on learning and skill development, including dozens of high-fidelity simulations and virtual reality practice in preparation for clinicals. For more information, please visit our website.
Questions? Contact our enrollment team at admissions@barnesjewishcollege.edu
California State University East Bay
We are now accepting applications for Fall 2025 through June 2, 2025.
The Cal State East Bay Master of Science in Nursing Program seeks to prepare nurses from our diverse, multicultural community to be effective nurse educators, leaders and administrators in clinical, organizational, or academic settings. The curriculum builds and expands upon baccalaureate nursing practice and seeks to prepare nurses with broad knowledge and advanced skills needed for a higher level of nursing practice and leadership. The program allows for a seamless pathway to a practice or research doctoral education for those interested in a doctoral degree. The program provides graduate nursing education in an accessible and flexible delivery approach of online and hybrid courses. The program is designed to be completed in four semesters.
For more information on the MSN program, application procedures, or upcoming information sessions, please visit our website.
For questions or assistance, please contact msnursing@csueastbay.edu.
Calvin University
Apply to Calvin University’s MSN program. This part-time, asynchronous, online program prepares nurses to become advanced practice nursing leaders in their workplace and community. Students will learn advanced nursing techniques from a Christian faith-based perspective, allowing them to become skilled nursing leaders.
Students will choose from one of two tracks:
Nurse Educators prepare nurses for leadership positions in nursing education, such as a preceptor, lead nurse educator, or a clinical nurse instructor both in academic settings as well as the clinical arena. Students will gain expertise in teaching/learning theories, designing curriculum, and assessing educational outcomes.
The Clinical Nurse Leader prepares nurses for effective leadership in promoting positive health care outcomes. Students will gain skills in addressing quality improvement and risk management, implementing evidence-based care practices, developing team leadership and collaboration, and utilizing innovative systems and technology.
Upon completion of the degree, both tracks prepare students to seamlessly transition into a Doctor of Nurse Practicing program and/or sit for the national certification exams in their specialty.
Applications are completed through NursingCAS and due on July 1st. If you have any questions, please reach out to msnursing@calvin.edu.
Concordia University Wisconsin
Concordia University Wisconsin still has open seats for accelerated undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate programs starting in Spring 2025! These include:
The deadline to submit your application for these programs in NursingCAS is December 2, 2024! Don’t wait and explore Concordia University, WI’s School of Nursing options on our website. Connect with Maggie McIntyre, School of Nursing Admissions Counselor, by phone at (262) 243-1803 or via email at maggie.mcintyre@cuw.edu.
Emory & Henry University
Emory & Henry University has seats available for our RN-BSN program for those who have an associate’s degree in nursing and wish to complete their Bachelor of Science in Nursing for Spring 2025. The final application deadline is December 1, 2024 in NursingCAS.
We also have open seats for transfer students to our full-time, on campus BSN program for Spring 2025. The application deadline is December 1, 2024 with all documents submitted no later than December 15, 2024 in NursingCAS.
Contact Natalie Blankenship, Director of Admissions, Health Sciences at nlblankenship@emoryhenry.edu or (276) 698-9572.
Harding University
The application is open for Harding University’s Master of Science in Nursing programs: Family Nurse Practitioner and Master’s Entry Level into Professional Nursing. Scholarships are available for eligible admitted students. Apply now!
- Master of Science in Nursing – Family Nurse Practitioner: Available to registered nurses with a Bachelor’s of Science in nursing and higher degrees. This program prepares family nurse practitioners for outpatient settings across the lifespan. The program consists of online courses with on-campus intensives three times during the entire program. Part-time and full-time tracks are available. Now admitting in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
- Master of Science in Nursing – 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. Completed applications are reviewed upon submission.
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 MEPN tracks require Arkansas nursing prerequisites
For additional information on the FNP program, please email fnp@harding.edu. For additional information on the MEPN program, please email mepn@harding.edu.
Kettering College
Are you ready to take the next step in your nursing career and are looking for an opportunity to broaden your impact as a leader? If so, check out the Master of Science in Nursing degree at Kettering College. The program is currently accepting applications for the January 2025 cohort (deadline December 1).
The MSN program is focused in nursing leadership and designed to prepare nurses for leadership roles in the rapidly changing healthcare environment – from the bedside to the boardroom. The 39-credit program is scheduled for completion over two years (six semesters) with courses offered online and practicum experiences arranged with healthcare facilities close to the student’s geographic area. Courses are designed for working professionals, and core content includes leadership, health promotion, organizational behavior, human resources, financial management, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, professional identity, mentoring, and more.
Graduates are academically prepared for the Certified Nurse Manager and Leader certification offered by the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL). Cohorts begin in August and January of each academic year.
Apply through NursingCAS by the December 1 deadline for January admission or by the July 1 deadline for August admission.
Questions? Contact Dr. Nicole Orian by email at nicole.orian@kc.edu or via text at (402) 202-1475.
Manchester University Fort Wayne
Currently no wait list for our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program Fall 2025 cohort!
Are you ready to take the next step in your health care career, or perhaps you’re looking for a career change altogether? Manchester offers a full-time, 16-month program that 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.
Want to hear from a recent student? 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 !
Learn more about our admission requirements, curriculum, tuition, etc. by !
Not sure if you’ve met the prerequisite requirements? Send your transcripts to , 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 or by phone (260) 470-2703. We look forward to hearing from you!
McMurry University
McMurry University Nursing at Patty Hanks Shelton School of Nursing is accepting Spring term, beginning January 2025, applications for its BSN and MSN programs. All qualified applicants will be accepted. Our program boasts a rich history of graduating high-quality nurses and top NCLEX pass rates – graduates from 2023 achieved 96%.
At McMurry University Nursing, we believe in making your educational journey as smooth as possible. That’s why there’s no waiting – you can start earning your degree immediately. Plus, we’ve eliminated the stress of an entrance exam. Admissions are granted two times per year, making it easier for you to plan your academic journey.
Working with Hendrick Health system in Abilene, Texas, our students can qualify for up to $28,000 over their last four semesters to cover tuition, fees, and books if they accept a guaranteed nursing role at Hendrick Health for four years after graduation.
For more information, please get in touch with Macy McMillan at (325) 793-6743 or via email at mcmillan.macy@phssn.edu.
Oregon Health & Science University
The OHSU School of Nursing Ph.D. program is still accepting applications to start in Fall 2025. We offer both post-bachelor’s and post-master’s tracks in Portland, Oregon. If you are interested in furthering your career and advancing research in healthcare, apply ASAP! This is a rolling admissions process, and the application will close once all spots are filled. Please visit our website for how to apply. Questions? Contact Rachel Rogers at rogersra@ohsu.edu.
The OHSU School of Nursing RN to B.S. program is also accepting applications to start in Winter 2025. This program is designed for Registered Nurses who have an associate degree in nursing and want to earn a bachelor’s in nursing. Complete the 100% online program in as little as nine months. View the admissions requirements for this program here. Enroll before Dec. 1 to start in January! Learn how to apply. Questions? Email us at proginfo@ohsu.edu or call us at (503) 494-7725!
Pfeiffer University
The Fall 2025 Application portal is open for Pfeiffer University’s Traditional BSN and LPN-BSN programs. The deadline to apply is February 1st! For more details check our website.
Contact Leslie Tucker at leslie.tucker@pfeiffer.edu with any questions.
Regis College
Regis College is accepting applications to the full-time Direct Entry Master’s in Nursing for Non-Nurses program. The program starts in the Fall only with clinicals starting that same semester.
We do require seven prerequisites (Chemistry I and II, Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Statistics, and Human Development) which could be fulfilled through undergraduate course work or after at other institutions. You may apply and be accepted without all prerequisites having been completed, however, all must be completed by the start of the program in September. Our deadlines for applications to the Fall 2025 cohort are December 1 and February 1.
Please contact Brian Dixon at brian.dixon@regiscollege.edu with any questions.
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
The Master of Science in Nursing for Entry into Nursing Practice (MENP) program at Rosalind Franklin University is a 24-month program to prepare students for both fundamental nursing concepts and the multifaceted evolving skills to join, and ultimately lead, the nursing profession.
The MENP program has seats open for this Summer and Fall!
RFU MENP Program Highlights:
- RFU boasts one of only a few Empathy Labs in the country where – through both physical and virtual interactions – students learn the skills to provide and advocate for empathetic, patient-centered care.
- Supportive faculty comprised of renowned clinical instructors and Magnet hospital clinical partners.
- Extensive hands-on experience with a variety of patient populations through a network of clinical sites – and RFU’s Interprofessional Community Clinic – prepares graduates for real-world nursing practice.
If you have questions or if we can provide additional information, please email Liana Baldwin, Graduate Nursing Admissions Recruiter, at liana.baldwin@rosalindfranklin.edu.
We also invite you to join us for a Discover MSN for Entry into Nursing Practice virtual session.
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Save Lives in 2025!!!
Whether you want to become BSN or advance your nursing career to become a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Anesthetist, Roseman University College of Nursing has you covered. We are excited to announce that Roseman University is accepting applications for seats in the following nursing programs:
- Accelerated BSN Program 17-months to complete (Summer & Fall start dates)
- Doctorate of Nurse Practice- Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer 2025 start date)
- Doctorate of Nurse Practice-Nurse Anesthesia (Summer 2025 start date)
Visit our website to learn more about how you can start your academic journey to become a nurse or advance your career in nursing with our graduate programs. For more information, you can contact Roseman University of Health Sciences by phone at (702) 968-6642.
University of Michigan Ann Arbor
Choose a world-class nursing education at a leader in healthcare research and innovation.
Why Choose UMSN?
- We find your clinicals
- No coursework entry required
- No RN experience required
- Interdisciplinary & global experiences available
Transcripts and 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 with admissions decisions being released on a semi-rolling basis.
Fall 2024 NursingCAS Deadlines:
- January 15, 2025: Priority deadline for all NP programs
- March 15, 2025: Final deadline for all NP programs
- May 1, 2025: Leadership, Analytics, & Innovation MSN Deadline
Program Availability: Most programs are available on campus, with programs marked with * also available online. Visit the UMSN Academics page and select your degree level to view offerings by state.
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP: MSN, DNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate
- Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP: MSN*, DNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate
- Leadership, Analytics, & Innovation: MSN (online only)
- Nurse-Midwifery: MSN, DNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate
- Nurse-Midwifery/Primary Care FNP Combined Program: MSN and DNP
- Post-Master’s DNP
- Primary Care Family NP: MSN*, DNP, and Post-Master’s Certificate (The UMSN FNP program is not designed for ED/ER or any critical care settings)
- Primary Care Pediatric NP: MSN (online only)
Visit the UMSN Concentrations & UMSN Certificates pages for ways to add value to your degree after acceptance.
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
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) or 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 February 15 (all degrees) and September 30 (all degrees) every year. Graduate Certificate program only admit for Fall.
Our Programs:
- 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 (MS or DNP)
- Graduate Certificate Care Management Online
- MS Nurse Educator
- MS Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare Systems
Hear more about our program from one of our students, Christine Harris, Nursing Leadership and Innovations in Health Care DNP.
For more information on becoming a MIZZOU Nurse, contact Dr. Miriam Butler at butlermd@missouri.edu, Esther Ellis at ellise@missouri.edu, or Leslie McPeak at mcpeakl@missouri.edu or by phone at (573) 882-0200.
William Jewell College
Jewell Nursing has received a 100% NCLEX Pass rate two years in a row! May Accelerated Track (AT) 100% three years in a row!
We are accepting applicants for our May AT 2025, twelve-month BSN program at William Jewell College at a record pace! Don’t miss your chance to snag a spot in our cohort or to take advantage of the Liberty Hospital Scholarship Program. Apply early for the scholarship. Come study nursing with our supportive faculty, innovative learning, and world-class simulation center in beautiful Kansas City, home of the Chiefs, Royals and William Jewell Cardinals!
More information about our program can be found on our website. For any additional questions, please call or text Allie Foltz at (816) 715-3982 or email her at foltza@william.jewell.edu. You can also schedule a meeting on Calendly to visit with her for additional guidance.
 DEADLINE EXTENSIONS
DePaul University
We have extended the deadline for the Master’s Entry to Nursing Practice (MENP) program to start in Winter 2025 until December 1, 2024. If you’re still interested in starting the program in Winter (classes start January 6, 2025), apply now! The application requirements and instructions are on this page. Email mpalin@graduate.depaul.edu with any questions.
 NEW PROGRAMS
Towson University
The Towson University Department of Nursing prepares students to play key roles in delivering outstanding health care to diverse individuals, families, groups, and communities. TU nursing students receive an exceptional education in a student-focused environment.
Applications are currently being accepted for the Basic/Pre-licensure Nursing Major (B.S.) for students without prior nursing experience to start in Fall 2025.
Additional information about admission requirements, including the Individual Admissions Policy, can be found on the website.
Questions? Contact the Department of Nursing via email at nursingadmissions@towson.edu or by phone at (410) 704-2067.
The University of Delaware School of Nursing offers a variety of nursing programs at the masters level to prepare nurses for advanced practice roles in today’s complex health care systems. Applications are currently being accepted for the following online degree programs starting in Spring 2025:
- MSN Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACN-P)
- MSN Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (AGNP)
- MSN Education
- MSN Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- MSN Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
- MSN Psych/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
Questions regarding a program? Contact the School of Nursing via email at ud-nursing@udel.edu.
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