Yale University

The Yale University Master of Science Curriculum is designed to prepare nurses as practitioners in select specialties and in evidence based research.

The MSN program accepts both Registered Nurses with baccalaureate degree and college graduates in other disciplines.

A Registered Nurse enrolled on a full time basis can complete the requirements for the MSN in two academic years. Students can also enroll on a scheduled part time basis. The Nursing program offers a Graduate Entry Prespecialty in Nursing, which requires two extra terms and one summer session for students from a non-nursing background.

Students in the Yale Nursing program can choose from a wide selection of clinical nurse specialist or nurse practitioner specialties including a nurse midwifery specialty.

Admission Requirements

The Yale School of Nursing requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing or a bachelor’s degree in another discipline as a primary requirement for admission. The program admits students from a wide range of backgrounds encompassing those with extensive experience in the field as well as those who have recently discovered a nursing vocation and are seeking an entry in to the profession.

The School seeks candidates who are able to succeed in the program and make a significant contribution in the field of profession of nursing.