RN - MSN
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.
Program Details
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Quick Facts
- Fully Online Program
- 7 nurse managed health centers
- Rural focus
- Interprofessional experiences
- Simulation experience opportunities
- 100% Pass Rate on PMHNP Certification
- 98% Pass rate on FNP Certification for 2020
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Admissions Criteria
Requirements for the RN-MSN Bridge Program
Applicants must hold a RN license and a non-nursing BA/BS degree. Successful completion (B or better) of the following 12 units RN/MSN nursing bridge sequence prior to beginning graduate level courses:
- NRSE 3525 Health Promotion and Research
- NRSE 4620 Leadership and Professional Practice
- NRSE 3200 Advancing to Professional Practice
- NRSE 3510 Population, Community, and Public Health Nursing
***RN to MSN graduates will not be awarded the BSN degree.**
If you are an RN who holds a non-nursing BA/BS degree and want to get your RN-MSN, you will require four undergraduate prerequisite classes (NRSE 3525, 4620, 3200, 3510- 12 credit hours) before you start your graduate program. If you have questions please contact nursing@etsu.edu to learn about options before your proceed.
Applicants seeking admission to the MSN program must fulfill all requirements for admission to the ETSU College of Graduate Studies.
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 Graduate School requires that all students submit the following materials:
- RN license
- Official transcripts of all previous undergraduate (Non-nursing BA/BS degree)
- Completed application with payment of nonrefundable application fee
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]
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.
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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 Graduate School) 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
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Contact Us
Erica Seals
423-439-4066 / sealsel@etsu.edu
Nicks Hall Room 2-230Office of Student Services
423-439-4578 / nursing@etsu.edu
Nicks Hall Room 2-230ETSU 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;
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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