|

MSN Admission Criteria

The following criteria must be met for regular admission to graduate study in
the WVU School of Nursing:
1. Satisfy WVU requirements for admission to graduate study.
2. Have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale on all college work attempted.
3. Satisfactory performance on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Miller Analogies Test.
4. Have a current, unrestricted R.N. license in at least one state.
5. Hold the degree of bachelor of science in nursing from a nationally accredited school.
6. Have completed 3 credits of undergraduate statistics acceptable for transfer with a grade of C or better.
7. Have completed a health assessment course, including physical examination skills, with a grade of B or better and acceptable for transfer.
8. Submit three letters of reference.
9. Submit a typewritten essay describing professional goals (limited to two type-written, double-spaced pages).

A bachelor of science degree in nursing is mandatory.  Applicants may be considered for provisional admission on an individual basis.  The specific provisions which must be met for progression to regular status will be noted in the admission letter.

Once admitted, the student is assigned to a faculty advisor who provides guidance in curriculum and other academic matters.  Enrollment in nursing courses is based upon readiness, availability of space, and other essential resources.

   
WVU Home Contact Us WVU Directory Campus Map A-Z WVU Site Index West Virginia University, Robert C. Byrd Health Sciences Center School of Nursing