Program Overview
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.
Overview of Programs
The school offers a range of programs, including:
- Bachelor's/Pre-Licensure Programs
- Accelerated Programs
- Master's/Post-Licensure Programs
- Doctoral Programs
- Dual-Degree Programs, such as the MSN-MA in Bioethics and the MSN-MPH
Program Details
MSN-MA in Bioethics Dual Degree Program
The MSN-MA in Bioethics program prepares advance practice nurses to identify, address, and assess ethical issues as they appear in clinical practice and health care administration. Students who graduate with a dual MSN-MA in bioethics will not only be prepared to enhance the care they provide to patients, but also will be prepared to work on issues of public and institutional policy as it relates to the provision of clinical care, to serve on ethics committees, or to conduct education on the ethical foundations of clinical practice.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to the Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, you must submit the following items:
- A baccalaureate degree from an accredited nursing program (CCNE, NLNAC)
- Unencumbered RN license in the state of Georgia or a multistate RN license
- Application for Admission
- $50 Application Fee
- Official transcripts from each school attended
- Resume
- Personal statement
- 2-3 References (preference for at least one to be a nursing supervisor)
- Students with international nursing degrees must provide an evaluation from Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (for previous nursing coursework)
- Students with international transcripts for non-nursing degrees must provide an evaluation from World Education Services (for previous non-nursing coursework)
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo scores are required if English is a second language
Curriculum
The curriculum for the MSN-MA in Bioethics program includes:
- Completion of the standard 30 credit hours for the MA-Bioethics curriculum
- Completion of the standard number of credit hours for the appropriate MSN program (variable depending on program)
- One thesis that meets the requirements for both programs
Financial Aid
More than 92 percent of the students in the School of Nursing receive some type of financial assistance.
Clinical Placements
Our students train in numerous clinical sites in Atlanta and across the U.S.
Global Opportunities
At NHWSN, we are preparing nurses to become globally engaged citizens.
Accreditation
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is accredited by multiple organizations. For a list of accreditations, you can visit our Accreditations page.
Research Areas
The school is involved in various research areas, including:
- Office of Nursing Research
- Research Collaborations
- Student Research
- Faculty Directory
- Job Opportunities
Centers
The school has several centers, including:
- Center for Data Science
- Center for Healthcare History & Policy
- Center for Palliative Care
- Georgia Nursing Workforce Center
- Lillian Carter Center
Initiatives
The school is involved in various initiatives, including:
- Atlanta's Resiliency Resource for Frontline Workers (ARROW)
- CAPACITY
- CAPES Academy
- Center for Children's Health Assessment, Research Translation, and Combating Environmental Racism (CHARTER)
- Center for Children's Health, the Environment, the Microbiome, and Metabolomics
- Center for the Study of Symptom Science, Metabolomics, & Multiple Chronic Conditions
- ECLAIR - Intelligent Candidate to Job Matching
- Emory InMotion
- Emory Roybal Center for Caregiving Mastery
- Ethiopia Partnership
- Integrated Memory Care
- LEAPN (The Leadership and Educational Advancement Program in Nursing)
- National Hartford Center of Gerontological Nursing Excellence
- PEHSU
- Primary Care Residency
- Project NeLL
- Southeastern Pediatric Environmental Health Specialty Unit
- T32 Women’s Health and Intersectionality Training Grant
- The Girasoles (Sunflower) Research Program
Global Engagement
The school is committed to global engagement, with programs such as:
- Lillian Carter Center
- Nursing Research in Global Health
- Service Learning and Social Responsibility
- Global Engagement
- Emory Nursing Now Blog
- Farmworker Family Health Program
Conclusion
The Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing at Emory University offers a range of programs and opportunities for students to become visionary nurse leaders and scholars. With a strong focus on research, global engagement, and clinical practice, the school is committed to preparing nurses to make a positive impact in the world.