Accelerated MSN Programs

The University of Arizona’s College of Nursing offers students the Master’s Entry to the Profession of Nursing (MEPN). This program is highly competitive and academically challenging. The program takes about 15 months. This program is for highly motivated individuals that demonstrate integrity, leadership, and a distinguished level of scholarship. For this program, the college seeks out students, who will contribute to and benefit from a diverse and vigorous learning environment, as well as students who will offer competence and service to others.

Potential candidates must complete all of the required prerequisite courses with a grade of “C” or better. They must also hold a minimum grade point average of 3.0. Eligible candidates will hold a Baccalaureate degree before applying to the program. Students must fully complete the online application and questionnaire and some students may be required to complete an interview in-person.

The annual deadline to apply to the MEPN program is January 15^th. All prerequisites must be met by this date. The University of Arizona’s College of Nursing works with a Tucson healthcare agency to offer sponsored positions in the MEPN program. This will allow students the opportunity to receive tuition remission in exchange for work. Students interested in enrolling in this program should contact the Office of Student Affairs for more information.

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The Charles R. Drew University School of Nursing granted initial full accreditation by both the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. The program is intended to train students to offer excellent patient care in a culturally sensitive manner.

The two year, six semester nursing curriculum is designed to equip students from non-nursing background to pursue a graduate degree in nursing.

Graduates from this program are eligible to apply to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and the Clinical Nurse Leader certifying examination upon graduation from the program.

Admissions Requirements:

1. Have a completed baccalaureate degree from a U.S. regionally accredited college or university (or evidence of a U.S. equivalent baccalaureate degree based on a foreign credential evaluation)
2. Recommended cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale in undergraduate study
3. Hold a current RN license in the State of California and in the state you reside in (or show evidence of application for a California RN license) – for Clinical Nurse Leader (CNL) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) Tracks
4. Completed prerequisites:

• • Anatomy with Lab
  • Physiology with Lab
  • Microbiology with Lab
  • English Composition
  • Sociology
  • Speech
  • Psychology
  • Nutrition
  • Statistics

Additional information on the program, admission requirements and application procedures can be had at the information sessions held on the dates posted on the official website of the college. 

Students will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and the Clinical Nurse Leader certifying examination upon graduation from the program

The United States University MSN-FNP program offers Registered Nurses who have a Bachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Science to upgrade professionally.

The program is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior Commission, and approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN).

The program consists of 49 credit hours and 720 clinical hours. Classroom instruction is held on Fridays and Saturdays allowing for a flexible schedule that enable students to carry on with their professional career and private lives.

The Department of Nursing also offers a Master’s of Science in Nursing Degree to equip graduates to become administrators to help other nurses provide quality health care. The program consists of 7 core courses and 5 specialization courses with no clinical practice requirements.

Application Requirements:

1. A completed application form
2. An active and an unencumbered Registered Nursing License
3. A cumulative undergraduate Grade Point Average of 2.50 or more
4. Take and pass a criminal background check as per requirements for clinical practice in healthcare facilities
5. Official Transcripts for all college level coursework
6. A personal statement describing goals in the nursing profession

The university does not maintain a waiting list for the Nursing Program and interested applicants should attend speak to an enrollment advisor at the earliest opportunity. 

The University of San Diego Master of Science emphasizes advanced focus in nursing in theory, practice and research.

The faculty of the USD nursing program work to maintain strong research program allowing the school to be awarded the largest research grant in the history of the University. The Nursing Clinical Simulation Laboratory is the only one of its kind in the state of California allowing students to experience expert clinical practice utilizing cutting edge technology.

The program offers seven areas of emphasis Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist, Dual Adult-Gerontology Nurse, Executive Nurse Leader, Clinical Nurse Leader, Practitioner/Family Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Practitioner/ Family Nurse Practitioner, Dual Pediatric and Family/Lifespan, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Health Care Informatics.

Three MSN options are also offered in Mind-Body-Spirit Health Care option, the Latino Health Care Option and Nursing Education.

The post BSN DNP program is also offered for Registered Nurses who are interested in preparing for primary care. The program is a 3 year full time program with part time study options available.

The curriculum ranges from 78 semester credits to 91 semester credits depending upon the concentration of study and prior courses taken.

Students who complete the program will be eligible to apply for national board certification. 
The School of Nursing and Health Science accepts students to the Master of Science in Nursing Program for enrollment in the both the spring and fall semesters. 

The University of California Master of Science in Nursing program is intended to prepare leaders for advance roles as clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, administrator, nurse mid-wife, consultant and teacher. 

The courses offered in this program provide advanced instruction from nursing and other disciples to offer advanced theoretical instruction, skills of assessment, advanced clinical practice and selected opportunity for specialization to apply nursing theory and research as a basis for practice.

Most applicants to this program are registered RN’s who have already completed a BA degree. The program is a two year long program for full time study although it is possible to take part time paid work with the schedule.

Admissions Requirements

1. Official transcripts for BA level course work
2. Licensing as a Registered Nurse
3. Complete introductory course in Statistics
4. Proof of English Language proficiency
5. Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.0 (evidence of personal qualification and ability of capacity for graduate study)
6. Personal Statement of stating professional goals
7. Computer proficiency

The regular application deadline for this program is the 1st of February with all necessary documentation to be submitted with an application.

Applicants can follow the status of their application and its progress on line. The screening process occurs into separate sections. The Admission Screening Committee screens completed applications on the basis of the applicants academic and professional qualifications, institutional resource and the congruence of the specialty selected and the educational goals of the applicant.