Program Overview

Introduction to the Nursing Program

The Master of Science degree program in nursing provides a broad clinical and classroom-based education with a strong emphasis on patient-centered practice. Several options are available, which give students a solid background in the theory and foundations of nursing, and expose them to the latest technology and ideas in nursing.

About the Graduate Entry Option

The Graduate Entry option provides an opportunity for students with a baccalaureate degree in a major other than nursing, and who are not already licensed as a Registered Nurse, to earn a Master of Science in nursing. This program is not offered online. Graduates of the program are eligible for certification as a:

• Nurse Midwife
• Nurse Practitioner in a variety of different specialties.

Program Details

By entering the graduate program, students will become a part of one of the nations premier research universities. The program offers exceptional faculty and research facilities, as well as the support services of a large university, while benefiting from the high degree of personal attention and student interaction usually found in much smaller departments.

Program Structure

The program provides a comprehensive education with a strong emphasis on patient-centered practice, theory, and foundations of nursing. Students will have access to the latest technology and ideas in nursing, preparing them for a successful career in the field.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program will be eligible for certification in various nursing specialties, including Nurse Midwife and Nurse Practitioner. The program prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in the nursing field, with a focus on patient-centered practice and exceptional care.