MSN
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The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is a degree that focuses on advanced knowledge
in a particular focus area. ETSU offers specialty concentrations in Nursing Administration,
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Education, and the Family Nurse
Practitioner.
Quick Facts
- Fully Online Program
- 7 nurse managed health centers
- Rural focus
- Interprofessional experiences
- Simulation experience opportunities
Admission Criteria
Admissions Criteria
Applicants seeking admission to the MSN program must fulfill all requirements for admission to both the ETSU School of Graduate Studies and the ETSU College of Nursing.
Admission to the program will be based on competitive selection from the pool of applicants who meet the admission requirements. All applications will be reviewed by the College of Nursing Graduate Admissions Committee.
The School of Graduate Studies requires that all students submit the following materials:
- Completed application with payment of nonrefundable application fee
- Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate and graduate coursework
- A written essay - instructions will be provided within the application
College of Nursing Admission Requirements:
Refer to the Graduate Catalog for the most current specific College of Nursing admission requirements [Available by clicking here]
Requirements for the RN-MSN Bridge Program
Please click here for additional RN-MSN Bridge Program information.
Admissions Process
All candidates must apply to ETSU. The ETSU application for admission may be submitted online at https://etsuapply.force.com/app
Once the application file is complete, it will be forwarded to the College of Nursing and reviewed by the admissions committee. Applicants will be notified by E-mail of the admission decision 4 - 6 weeks after the deadline.
Application Details
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Out of State Applications
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Students who reside outside of the state of Tennessee are responsible to contact their State Board of Nursing to confirm whether the course or program meets online degree program requirements in their state of residence prior to application.
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Continuation in the Graduate Nursing Program for students who relocate outside the state of Tennessee is dependent on the State Board of Nursing where the student is physically present.
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It is the student’s responsibility to notify ETSU College of Nursing and ETSU records office with a change in physical residence.
- The College of Nursing has determined that its Master of Science in Nursing program curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure and/or certification for the the states listed on our Home page, in the drop-down for this program. (You may open the Home page by clicking here.)
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Application Deadlines
Application Deadlines:
Application deadlines (dates for all materials to be received by the School of Graduate Studies) are:
Semester Regular Deadline Fall
February 1 - Preferred
May 1 - Final
Concentrations:
- FNP
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Administration
Spring
September 1
Concentrations:
- FNP
Contact Us
College of Nursing
Erica Seals
423-439-4066 / sealsel@etsu.edu
Nicks Hall Room 2-230
Office of Student Services
423-439-4578 / nursing@etsu.edu
Nicks Hall Room 2-230
ETSU Office of Admissions
423-439-4221 / gradadmissions@etsu.edu
Burgin-Dossett Hall Room 309
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FAQs
What concentrations/programs does ETSU offer for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)?
ETSU College of Nursing offers four (4) concentrations/programs of study for the MSN degree:
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nursing Administration
- Nursing Education
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
What is the application deadline for the MSN program?
See the Application Deadlines section above (Under Application Details tab)
What is the application deadline for the Post-Graduate certificate program?
See Post-Grad Application Deadlines
Can I be admitted to the MSN or Post-Master of Science certificate program in any semester?
See the Application Deadlines section above (Under Application Details tab)
How long does it take to earn the MSN degree?
Full-time students can complete the MSN degree in as little as five (5) semesters. There is also a part-time option. Students will complete a total of 540 clinical hours within their program of study for Nurse Practitioner concentrations/programs, 420 hours in the nursing education concentration, and 540 hours in the nursing administration concentration.
Can I enroll in courses that are not included in my concentration/program?
Once you are admitted to a concentration/program, you must follow that Program of Study. You can enroll in non-concentration courses only if the program of study allows for a non-directed elective as part of your declared concentration/program. Enrollment in courses outside of your program of study will not be financial aid eligible.
Can I change to a different concentration/program?
A student who wishes to change concentrations/programs after acceptance within a specific program must formally apply to the new graduate program/concentration. Please note that application for a new graduate program/concentration does not guarantee admission to the new graduate program/concentration. The student will be evaluated with the applicant pool. Students who apply to change programs will not be considered within the semester that the application is submitted.
Do you offer online classes for this program?
The majority of the program is online. Students may be required to be on campus for certain classes or assessments, including clinical proficiencies/competencies.
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Outcomes
What can you do with a masters in nursing? The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program is designed to focus on advanced nursing knowledge in a specialty focus area.
Specific program objectives are to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and values to::- Synthesize specialized knowledge and theories from nursing and related disciplines
as an advanced practice nurse;
- Practice advanced nursing in collaborative interprofessional relationships and in
partnership with communities;
- Manage the health care of clients within current legal, ethical, and professional
standards;
- Design health promotion strategies across the life span and among diverse cultures
to improve the health of a community;
- Apply research findings in advanced nursing practice and the delivery of health care
services; and
- Use leadership skills to effect health policy and promote change.
- Synthesize specialized knowledge and theories from nursing and related disciplines
as an advanced practice nurse;
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Plans (Full-time)
MSN Program Plans by Concentration
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Plans (Part-time)
MSN Program Plans by Concentration
FNP Fall Start FNP Spring Start Psych/Mental Health Nursing Admin Nursing Education
NOTICE: Regulatory requirements governing student clinical vary by state and are subject to change. Clinical placement outside of Tennessee is contingent upon approval by the appropriate regulatory bodies and will be evaluated on an individual basis upon admission to the program.
East Tennessee State University offers many programs of study which lead to the ability to be licensed or certified in a profession by individual states. Each program is listed below with information whether the program's curriculum meets a state's educational requirements for licensure or certification.
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Bachelor’s in Science in Nursing (BSN)
The College of Nursing has determined that its Bachelor’s in Science in Nursing (BSN) program curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Indiana
Kansas
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Virginia
Wisconsin
For all other states, the college has not yet made a determination whether the Bachelor’s in Science in Nursing (BSN) program curriculum meets state specific requirements for licensure and/or certification.
These states include:Alabama
Kentucky
New York
Texas
Arizona
Louisiana
Ohio
Utah
California
Minnesota
Oklahoma
Vermont
Colorado
Montana
Oregon
Washington
Illinois
Nevada
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Iowa
New Hampshire
South Carolina
Wyoming
Idaho
Students with questions about licensure or certification should contact the appropriate licensing agency in the state of interest.Each State Board of Nursing can be found on the website for the National Council of State Boards of
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Master of Science in Nursing
The College of Nursing has determined that its Master of Science in Nursing program curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Indiana
Kansas
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Virginia
WisconsinFor all other states, the college has not yet made a determination whether the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program curriculum meets state specific requirements for licensure and/or certification.
These states include:Alabama
Kentucky
New York
Texas
Arizona
Louisiana
Ohio
Utah
California
Minnesota
Oklahoma
Vermont
Colorado
Montana
Oregon
Washington
Illinois
Nevada
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Iowa
New Hampshire
South Carolina
Wyoming
IdahoStudents with questions about licensure or certification should contact the appropriate licensing agency in the state of interest.
Each State Board of Nursing can be found on the website for the National Council of State Boards of
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Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
The College of Nursing has determined that its Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Indiana
Kansas
Maine
Massachusetts
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Virginia
WisconsinFor all other states, the college has not yet made a determination whether the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program curriculum meets state specific requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alabama
Kentucky
New York
Texas
Arizona
Louisiana
Ohio
Utah
California
Minnesota
Oklahoma
Vermont
Colorado
Montana
Oregon
Washington
Illinois
Nevada
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Iowa
New Hampshire
South Carolina
Wyoming
IdahoStudents with questions about licensure or certification should contact the appropriate licensing agency in the state of interest.
Each State Board of Nursing can be found on the website for the National Council of State Boards of
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Tennessee Joint Doctor of Nursing Practice (TN Jt DNP)
The College of Nursing and their partner, Tennessee Tech University Whitson-Hester School of Nursing, has determined that its Tennessee Joint Doctor of Nursing Practice (TN Jt DNP) program curriculum meets the educational requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alaska
Arkansas
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Indiana
Kansas
Maine
Massachusetts
Michigan
Mississippi
Missouri
Nebraska
New Jersey
New Mexico
North Carolina
North Dakota
Rhode Island
South Dakota
Tennessee
Virginia
WisconsinFor all other states, the college has not yet made a determination whether the Tennessee Joint Doctor of Nursing Practice (TN Jt DNP) program curriculum meets state specific requirements for licensure and/or certification for the following states:
Alabama
Kentucky
New York
Texas
Arizona
Louisiana
Ohio
Utah
California
Minnesota
Oklahoma
Vermont
Colorado
Montana
Oregon
Washington
Illinois
Nevada
Pennsylvania
West Virginia
Iowa
New Hampshire
South Carolina
Wyoming
Idaho
Students with questions about licensure or certification should contact the appropriate licensing agency in the state of interest.Each State Board of Nursing can be found on the website for the National Council of State Boards of
Nursing (www.ncsbn.org).
The Baccalaureate degree in nursing program, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and
post-graduate APRN certificate program at East Tennessee State University are accredited
by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The ETSU College of Nursing BSN program is approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing.
Tennessee Board of Nursing
665 Mainstream Drive
Nashville, TN 37243
Telephone 1.615.532.5166
The ETSU College of Nursing BSN program offers eligible candidates membership in the Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau, the International Nursing Honor Society.
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