Program Overview

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University Program Information

The university offers a range of programs in the field of nursing, including the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), and PhD in Nursing.

Academic Programs

• Academic Overview
• Pre-Nursing Program
• BSN Program
• MSN Program
• DNP Program
• PhD Program
• Post-Graduate Program

MSN Program

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is designed to prepare students for leadership roles in the field of nursing. The program offers several specialty tracks, including:

• Family Nurse Practitioner
• Nursing Leadership

Program Outcomes

The MSN program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and is approved by the Texas Board of Nursing.

Accreditation

The baccalaureate degree in nursing, master's degree in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and post-graduate APRN certificate programs at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.

Program Details

• The MSN program is designed to be completed in a hybrid format, combining online courses with on-campus instruction.
• The program offers a range of specialty tracks, including Family Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Leadership.
• Students in the MSN program have the opportunity to work with health-professions peers in UTHealth Houston's five other schools and to collaborate with health systems within the world-famous Texas Medical Center and throughout the state.

Postgraduate Options

Once students have earned their MSN degree, they can enhance their knowledge and skills through the university's nondegree postgraduate Nursing Education track. Family Nurse Practitioner students may concurrently study in the Emergency Nurse Practitioner track, and students who are already nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, or nurse anesthetists may prepare for certification in a different specialty area.

Research Areas

The university's nursing program is involved in a range of research areas, including:

• Nursing Research
• Educational Innovation

Student Resources

The university offers a range of resources to support student success, including:

• Academic Success Center
• Enhanced Educational Opportunities
• Student Organizations
• Interactive Events, such as information sessions and campus tours

Program Director

The MSN program is led by Associate Professor Carole Mackavey, DNP, MSN, RN, FNP-C, who serves as the program director.

Academic Calendar

The university's academic calendar is available online, and includes important dates such as:

• Deadline to withdraw without penalty
• Spring Break
• Last Day of Classes
• Deadline to withdraw with or without penalty
• Final Exams

Admissions Requirements

The admissions requirements for the MSN program are available online, and include:

• Sample Curriculum - Leadership
• Sample Curriculum - MSN FNP

Curriculum

The curriculum for the MSN program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in nursing, and includes courses in:

• Nursing leadership
• Family Nurse Practitioner
• Nursing research
• Educational innovation

Tuition and Fees

The tuition and fees for the MSN program are available online, and include information on:

• Affordable tuition rates
• Academic and need-based scholarships
• Financial aid options

Campus Resources

The university's campus resources include:

• TMC Library
• Directions and Parking
• MyUTH

Web Resources

The university's web resources include:

• Canvas
• Webmail
• Faculty Directory
• Cizik Intranet
• Web File Viewing

Quick Links

The university's quick links include:

• Cizik Careers
• Emergency Information
• How to Report Sexual Misconduct
• Report Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
• Site Policies
• State of Texas