Program Overview

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IU School of Nursing

The IU School of Nursing offers a range of programs for students pursuing a career in nursing.

Programs and Degree Tracks

The school provides the following programs and degree tracks:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Traditional Track
  • Second Degree Accelerated BSN Track
  • RN to BSN Track
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
  • Nursing Education
• Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • BSN-DNP Nurse Practitioner
    • Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
    • Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Pediatric Nurse Practitioner
    • Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
  • Post-MSN DNP
    • Executive Leadership Track
    • Advanced Clinical Track
• PhD in Nursing Science
• Certificates

Admissions

How to Apply

The application process for undergraduate and graduate programs is as follows:

• Undergraduate Programs:
  • Traditional Track
  • Second Degree Accelerated BSN Track
  • RN to BSN Track
• Graduate Programs:
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
  • Doctor of Nursing Practice
  • PhD in Nursing Science

Cost and Financial Aid

Information on cost and financial aid, including scholarships and fellowships, is available for prospective students.

Academics

Programs and Degree Tracks

The school offers various programs and degree tracks, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• Doctor of Nursing Practice
• PhD in Nursing Science
• Certificates

Pre- and Postdoctoral Training

The school provides pre- and postdoctoral training opportunities for students.

Simulation and Skills Centers

The school has simulation and skills centers to support student learning.

Clinical Partnerships

The school has established clinical partnerships to provide students with hands-on experience.

Research

Areas of Research Excellence

The school has several areas of research excellence, including:

• Serious Illness Care
• Community and Health Systems
• Quality of Life and Chronic Condition Management
• Prevention and Health Promotion

Centers

The school is home to several research centers, including:

• Champion Center for Cancer Control Research
• Center for Enhancing Quality of Life in Chronic Illness
• Social Network Health Research Lab
• Research in Palliative & End-of-life Communication and Training (RESPECT) Center

Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships

The school offers pre- and postdoctoral fellowships for students pursuing research in nursing.

Outreach

The school is committed to outreach and community engagement, with various initiatives and programs in place.

Continuing Education

The school provides continuing education opportunities for nursing professionals, including:

• Upcoming Programs
• Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Training
• Simulation Excellence
• Lectureship Series

Alumni and Giving

The school has a strong alumni network and offers various ways for alumni to get involved and give back, including:

• Alumni
• Parents and Families
• Ways to Give

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is designed for students who want to pursue advanced nursing education.

MSN Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for the MSN program are:

• Fall entry: February 1 - July 1
• Spring entry: July 1 - November 1
• Summer entry: November 1 - March 1

MSN Program Tracks

The MSN program offers two tracks:

• Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist
• Nursing Education

Indianapolis Campus

The Indianapolis campus offers a range of programs, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• BSN-DNP Nurse Practitioner
• Post-MSN Doctor of Nursing Practice
• PhD in Nursing Science
• Certificates

Admissions

The admissions process for the Indianapolis campus includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
• BSN-DNP Nurse Practitioner
• Post-MSN Doctor of Nursing Practice
• PhD in Nursing Science
• Certificates

Cost and Financial Aid

Information on cost and financial aid, including scholarships and fellowships, is available for prospective students.

Bloomington Campus

The Bloomington campus offers a range of programs, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Graduate Programs

Admissions

The admissions process for the Bloomington campus includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Graduate Programs

Cost and Financial Aid

Information on cost and financial aid, including scholarships and fellowships, is available for prospective students.

Fort Wayne Campus

The Fort Wayne campus offers a range of programs, including:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Graduate Programs

Admissions

The admissions process for the Fort Wayne campus includes:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Graduate Programs

Cost and Financial Aid

Information on cost and financial aid, including scholarships and fellowships, is available for prospective students.