Graduate Nursing Programs -- Admission Requirements and Procedures

Hold a baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing from an NLNAC or CCNE accredited program,
Have a minimum 3.0 grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) for the last 30 hours of undergraduate or graduate level coursework,
Demonstrate successful completion of a course in descriptive statistics,
(for Adult & Family Nurse Practitioner applicants only) Demonstrate successful completion, within five years prior to NUR 566 enrollment, of an undergraduate health assessment course (for those whose undergraduate health assessment course was more than five years ago, NUR 514 (2 credits) is available),
Currently be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State,
Have completed a minimum of one year's work experience as a professional nurse,
Submit two letters of recommendation from professional nurses such as recent employers, faculty with who the applicant has studied, or any other individual who can o give evidence of the applicant's past and potential contribution to the profession,
In writing, discuss concisely their reasons for seeking admission to the master's program, identify immediate and long-term professional goals, and relate intended contributions to the professional field after completion of the master's program (please type response in a maximum of two double-spaced pages on the form provided at the back of the catalog),
Participate in a personal interview with a member of the full-time faculty.

Admission Procedures

Once the Admissions Office receives the completed application, the applicant's credentials will be reviewed by faculty in the School of Nursing and Health Systems. This review occurs approximately February 1, June 1, October 1, and December 1. Selection is based on the applicant's qualifications and potential for growth and contribution to nursing. Applicants will be notified of the selection decision.