GNSAG-MAJOR - Nursing: Clin. Nurs. Spec Adult Gerontology

ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES:

Applicants seeking admission to School of Nursing MS in Nursing programs must fulfill the graduate program admission requirements, with the following additional stipulations:

• Provide evidence of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a nursing program accredited by a national nursing accreditation body with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for regular admission status. (The cumulative grade point average is computed on the highest degree held at the time of application to the Edgewood University graduate program.)

• Complete and submit online graduate application.

• Request official transcripts for all undergraduate and graduate academic credits received be sent to Edgewood University.

• Provide two letters of recommendation from nursing supervisors and/or colleagues who can focus on your qualifications for success in graduate school.

• Submit a written statement of no more than 500 words, addressing your ambition to be admitted specifically into an Edgewood University MS in Nursing program. Please also comment on your past educational and professional experiences that will foster your growth and success in this program.

• Hold a current license as a registered professional nurse.

Those who have completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Edgewood University within the past 3 years and earned at least a 3.0 GPA are guaranteed admission into the MS in Nursing program upon application. No further application materials need be submitted. If a candidate has not met the minimum 3.0 GPA requirement, he/she must apply and meet all of the admission and appeal requirements to be considered for admittance.

COURSE INFORMATION AND SCHEDULE:

The majority of coursework for all MS in Nursing programs will be delivered in an online format (Practicum and Advanced Practice Clinical Courses require face-to-face meetings and in-practice hours). Most courses are offered over 8-week sessions. Students should speak to their advisor if they have further questions regarding the format of course facilitation.

Students may be able to complete the Administration or Education programs in two years by taking two courses each semester; Students may be able to complete the CNS or NP programs in three years by taking two courses each semester.

Students can enter the programs at the beginning of any session. Although students do meet with an advisor to plan out their course sequences, these plans may change during the student’s time in the program. The time to complete this degree depends on the number of courses taken per semester and communicating with the advisor regarding any changes in the course plan.