Masters of Science in Nursing |
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Applicants must have official GRE score on file with Graduate Studies to be considered. For more information please contact Dr. Beverly Siegrist at: 270-745-3490 or by email at: beverly.siegrist@wku.edu
The Master of Science in Nursing builds on the first professional degree, the baccalaureate of science in nursing. The purpose of the program is to develop expertise in advanced nursing practice that demands increased accountability, proficiency, and leadership.
Here at Western Kentucky University we have the options to meet the needs of the growing demand for advanced practice nurses.
2007-2008 MSN Student Handbook
MSN Reference Form
Requirements
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Be a graduate of a NLN or CCNE accredited BSN program. Graduates of non-accredited programs are considered on an individual basis. |
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Provide evidence of prior education in health assessment and nursing research. |
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Provide official transcripts of all higher education coursework. |
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Obtain a GAP score of 2200 (Graduate Record Examination score X GPA) and a 3.5 or better on GRE written analytical component. |
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Send to the Department of Nursing by April 15, application, fee, three letters of recommendation, including one from current supervisor using forms provided. Also, provide a statement of personal goals (1-2 pages) including expectations of the program and outcomes for practice 5 years after graduation. |
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Personal interview scheduled by Graduate Faculty after all required forms have been received. |
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Complete a 3 credit hour graduate statistics course (see nursing advisor) |
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For more information please contact beverly.siegrist@wku.edu
by phone at 270-745-5022 or you may contact Graduate
Studies Office at 270-745-2446 or on the web at:
http://www.wku.edu/Dept/Academic/Graduate/
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