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An online MSN degree (Master’s of Science in Nursing) from Gonzaga University is the first step toward career advancement, as the demand for health care professionals is expected to reach a critical need within the next decade. Nurses with master’s degrees in nursing are in great demand as the complexity in the health care system increases. New careers will be developed to provide care for the aging population. Educators for the new generation of men and women nurses are needed now more than ever! Earn your online MSN without putting your career on hold – start now at Gonzaga Online (located in Spokane, Washington).

As a Zag, you will:

Have the pride of a Gonzaga degree
Be equipped with the skills necessary for excellent job performance
Gain access to a vast network of alumni and employers
Serve your community and advance healthcare

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the MSN program (all tracks), you must have a bachelor’s degree with an unencumbered RN license, which means you can have a bachelor’s degree in any field along with a nursing degree or diploma from an accredited or state-approved program. Gonzaga would prefer a bachelor of science in nursing, but that is not required. Students who are admitted without a bachelor’s degree in nursing may need to take some foundational nursing courses before completing master’s-level courses, e.g., statistics, research, and community health nursing.

You must take the MAT (Miller Analogies Test) and provide a copy of test scores to be admitted into this program. If you have taken the MAT within the last five years, you do not need to retake it, only provide a copy of your test scores. Gonzaga will also accept GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) scores.

Prerequisite: Bachelors of Science in Nursing Degree or a bachelor’s degree in any field with an unencumbered RN license. – 3.0 GPA or higher.

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The Registered Nurse upgrade to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program prepares registered nurses (RNs) to meet the many changes in the healthcare field by expanding and enhancing their nursing education. This program prepares graduates for leadership roles and graduate study in nursing.

The graduate is prepared to utilize theory and research-based knowledge in the provision of care to the client, family, and community in a global society with flexibility to adapt to the changing nature of healthcare and healthcare roles. The graduate is also prepared to integrate care across multiple settings, managing the interactions between and among components of the integrated network of healthcare services. The graduate will be prepared for positions in community health clinics, private practice, hospitals, and patient care facilities.

Entry Requirements

Students seeking admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program must hold a valid unrestricted registered nurse license and shall have completed sufficient college credit to attain the equivalent of third-year college status (e.g., 60 semester credit hours or 90 quarter credit hours).
Prospective students should also have completed an appropriate number of credit hours of general education (e.g., 15 semester credit hours or 22.5 quarter credit
hours).Semester hours will be converted to quarter credit hours using the standard formula of semester hours x 1.5 = quarter credit hours. For example: 3 semester hours
equal 4.5 quarter credit hours.

International Applicants
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Applicants to an undergraduate associate’s or bachelor’s program must provide an official or attested transcript of completed high school work translated into English and certified to be at least equivalent to the credential required by the college in its admissions criteria. This policy also applies to any student with previous education completed outside of the United States.

2.Applicants must provide evidence of English proficiency in one of the following ways: (i) minimum TOEFL score of 550 or 213 computer based or 79 IBT based or (ii) 6.0 on IELTS.

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Indiana State University and Ivy Tech Community College in Terre Haute have formed a partnership that enables licensed practical/vocational nurses to complete a bachelor of science with a major in nursing via online learning.

This program is open to the practicing LPN/LVN who has completed a practical nursing program and holds a current practical/vocational nurse licensure.

The program enables the LPN/LVN to transfer all applicable credit to Indiana State University and complete a bachelor degree through a combination of online courses offered by Ivy Tech and Indiana State University.

Selected courses may be satisfied entirely by ISU departmental challenge exams (credit by examination) and course equivalency exams. Clinicals are arranged in the student's community. On-campus visits are not required.

Graduates are awarded a bachelor of science with a major in nursing from Indiana State University, and are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensing Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for entry into practice as a registered nurse.

Entry Requirements

1. Current unrestricted Indiana LPN/LVN license or equivalent in the geographical location where the student will be doing his/her preceptorship or clinical practicum.

NOTE: An applicant may only be admitted to the University if the ten (10) nursing prerequisites are completed and the transcripts are housed with the Admissions Office. The applicant must have an official LPN/LVN license number to complete the online University application.

2. A minimum of 2.75 cumulative grade point average (on a 4.0 scale) on the ten (10) nursing prerequisites ONLY.

3. Completion of a practical nursing program.

Note: The application of a graduate from a practical nursing program that is not state accredited will be evaluated on an individual basis. Credits earned at another college or university will be evaluated on an individual basis in accordance with the University and nursing program policies. Individuals who have a current active LPN/LVN license but have no college credit will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Upon successful completion of Phase I, students will be considered for admission to the nursing major LPN/LVN-BS Track after meeting the following criteria. Admission may be competitive.

1. The following courses must be successfully challenged through department credit by examination before application to the nursing program is accepted: Nursing 106, 224, 328, and 330.

2. Upon receipt of an e-mail letter of acceptance from ISU's Nursing Program, the LPN/LVN may enroll in Nursing 208 and Nursing 304.

3. The LPN/LVN must earn a grade of "C" or better in NURS 208 and NURS 304. Nursing courses may only be repeated one time.

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Expand your nursing expertise in adult or child health with the Johns Hopkins Clinical Nurse Specialist master’s program. You’ll build competencies in clinical theory and research-based nursing practice, and you’ll put your new skills to use delivering direct patient care, organizing resources while controlling costs, and educating nurses to improve healthcare delivery systems.

With the program’s broad education and holistic approach, you can experience professional roles as varied as your interests—expert clinician, clinical leader, staff or academic educator, consultant, or researcher. You can also learn to manage the entire spectrum of healthcare by combining the CNS and health systems management master’s programs.

Those who earn a master's degree as a clinical nurse specialist:

- Serve as educators, outcomes managers, consultants, researchers, change agents, and case managers, as well as clinical nurses

- Lead and collaborate in an interdisciplinary healthcare team that can include pharmacists, physical therapists, or social workers

- Provide guidance and support to patients and their families in navigating the complex healthcare delivery system

Entry Requirements

- Bachelor's of Science degree in nursing

- Scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from an accredited college or university

- Demonstrated commitment to nursing practice and scholarly pursuit

International applicants whose native language is not English must submit TOEFL score.

Other Fees

Matriculation fee: $500 (onetime only fee for first-time enrolled JHU students)

Health Insurance: $2,830

Health Fee: $450

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At Kaplan University, we are committed to better preparing our nursing graduates for the demands of the profession today and the challenges of tomorrow. Our advanced degree programs are designed to enhance your professional opportunities throughout the entire course of your career. Kaplan University’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program is a prime example of this unique partnership.

Our online MSN is designed for nurses who desire to advance to the next level in their careers and take advantage of a growing range of opportunities for professional and personal fulfillment—especially in management and advanced practice positions.*

The Master of Science in Nursing program offers:

- A curriculum with specialized courses in organizational theory, health care finance, health policy, human resources, information technology and health care systems.

- Faculty and preceptor guided practicum experiences designed to provide knowledge and mentoring specific to your specialization in your community.

- A required evidence-based project that gives you an opportunity to document your learning experiences.

- Current information and techniques taught by practicing professionals who have advanced degrees in nursing.

Entry Requirements

To apply to Kaplan University’s graduate programs, you must complete a bachelor's degree in Nursing from a college or university accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

International Applicants
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International students must submit evidence that they meet Kaplan University’s general admissions standards for all students.

All international applicants must demonstrate a command of oral and written English skills to ensure they are prepared to complete college- or university-level coursework. Evidence of English language proficiency must be provided at the time of enrollment and may include the following:

- Proof of completion of secondary education (or higher) in a country where English is the primary language

- A transcript indicating completion of at least 45 quarter credit hours (or equivalent) and a CGPA of 2.0 or higher (or equivalent) from a university located in an English-speaking country

- Proof of completion of secondary education at an international high school where English is the primary language of instruction

- A transcript indicating completion of an English composition course with a grade of “C” or above from a U.S. institution of higher learning

- The minimum required score on the Kaplan University English Proficiency examination

- The minimum required TOEFL, ELTS, EIKEN, or PTE Academic, Test of English for International Communication (TOEIC), or Defense Language Proficiency Test, English Comprehension Language (ECL) score as shown below:

TOEFL

Paper-Based : 550
Computer-Based : 213
Internet-Based : 80

IELTS : 6.5
PTE Academic : 253
EIKEN : Grade Pre-1
TOEIC : 750

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