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    Nov 23, 2024  
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Graduate Catalog

Nursing Education, M.S.N. (41 hrs)

Location(s): 100% Online


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Program Overview


The Master of Science in Nursing degree is designed for registered nurses who are seeking advanced preparation and leadership roles. The nurse educator concentration prepares graduates to assume faculty roles in nursing education at the pre-licensure program levels or roles in staff development in healthcare settings. In the program, graduates participate in clinical experiences in selected settings and teaching environments.

The program is offered fully online, admits a new cohort each fall and spring, and offers both full-time and part-time options. 

The Master of Science in Nursing degree at William Carey University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001 (202.887.6791); by the board of trustees; and by the Institutions of Higher Learning of the State of Mississippi. 

Program Admission Requirements


To be admitted as a regular student, the applicant must:

  • Submit a completed application to the William Carey University graduate program
  • Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
  • Submit a statement of professional goals.
  • Submit current resume.
  • Submit two nursing recommendations.
  • Have a clear criminal background check that meets program requirements.
  • Have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited school of nursing at a regionally accredited institution.
  • Have an overall undergraduate GPA of > 3.0 or a GPA > 2.5 on the last 30 undergraduate hours.
  • Have an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license with no pending legal or state board action (unencumbered license must be maintained throughout program enrollment).
Transfer Credit Policy

Transfer credit is available for any student. Approval of transfer hours is considered on an individual basis. The student must apply for transfer credit to the program coordinator prior to the first term in the nursing program. Baccalaureate level credit cannot be accepted for master’s level courses. Transfer credit cannot be received for NUR 6680  and NUR 6690 . Refer to the university’s graduate transfer requirements for more information.

Program Progression Requirements


Successful progression through the program requires the following:

  • Demonstrate competency in scholarly writing by submission of GRE analytical writing score > 3.5 within the last five years or passing NUR 6920 Scholarly Writing for Health Care Professionals  with a minimum grade of ‘B’ prior to taking courses within the program.
  • See Academic Regulations  in this catalog for additional information regarding minimum course grades and GPA requirements.
  • Student grades will be reviewed at the end of each term by the administrator of the graduate program and other WCU SON administration to determine status in achieving the GPA necessary to graduate.

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