Program Overview

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Introduction to Emory University's Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing

The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University is among the top five nursing schools in the U.S. in funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The school is committed to educating visionary nurse leaders and scholars.

Academics

The school offers a range of academic programs, including:

• Bachelor's/Pre-Licensure Programs
• Accelerated Programs
• Master's/Post-Licensure Programs
• Doctoral Programs
• Dual-Degree Programs, such as MSN-MA in Bioethics and MSN-MPH

Master's/Post-Graduate Certificate Programs

The school offers various Master's/Post-Graduate Certificate Programs, including:

• Adult/Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
• Family Nurse Practitioner
• Family/Emergency Nurse Practitioner
• Master in Cardiovascular Perfusion Science
• Neonatal Nurse Practitioner
• Pediatric Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
• Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
• Women's Health/Gender-Related Nurse Practitioner

Doctoral Programs/Specialties

The school offers various Doctoral Programs/Specialties, including:

• Post BSN DNP / Post MN DNP
• Post-Masters DNP
• DNP, Nurse Anesthesia (CRNA)
• Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing PhD

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, applicants must submit:

• Application for Admission
• $50 Application Fee
• Official transcripts from each school attended
• Students with international transcripts must provide an evaluation from World Education Services
• Resume or CV
• Optional Personal Statement
• TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores are required if English is a second language

Prerequisites

The prerequisites for the MN Pathway to MSN program include seven courses:

• Physical Sciences: General Chemistry I with lab, Human Anatomy & Physiology I with lab, Human Anatomy & Physiology II with lab, Microbiology with lab, Nutrition
• Math: Introductory Statistics
• Social Sciences: Human Growth and Development or Life Span Development

Accreditation

The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is accredited by multiple organizations. For a list of accreditations, please refer to the school's Accreditations page.

Research

The school values the intersection of research and practice. The Office of Nursing Research, Research Collaborations, Student Research, and Faculty Directory are all available to support research endeavors.

Global Opportunities

The school is preparing nurses to become globally engaged citizens. The Lillian Carter Center, Nursing Research in Global Health, Service Learning and Social Responsibility, and Global Engagement are all available to support global opportunities.

Financial Aid

More than 92 percent of the students in the School of Nursing receive some type of financial assistance.

Clinical Placements

The school's students train in numerous clinical sites in Atlanta and across the U.S.

Faculty

The school's faculty are dedicated to teaching, discovery, practice, and social action in local and global communities.

Curriculum

The Master of Nursing (MN) Pathway to MSN or DNP program provides a fast track from no nursing experience to becoming an advanced practice nurse. The program includes four specialty areas: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care, Family Nurse Practitioner, Pediatric Primary Care, and Women’s Health/Gender-Related Studies.

Program Staff

The program staff includes:

• Dr. Rowena Elliott, Program Director
• Sarah McMinn, Education Program Coordinator

State Accessibility

Applicants to any of the school's distance-accessible courses/programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification should become familiar with the regulations governing distance-accessible programs in their state.

FAQ

The school's FAQ page provides answers to frequently asked questions about the MN Pathway to MSN program, including accreditation, admission requirements, and prerequisites.