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Master of Science in Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
United States of America, Pomona
Master of Science in Nursing
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Requirements
Entry Requirements
A Bachelors Degree – From a Regionally Accredited Institution (preferred)
- Consideration will be given on a case-by-case basis provided you have completed at least 90 semester hours at the undergraduate level from a regionally accredited college or university. Thirty (30) units must consist of upper division coursework (i.e., junior, senior level courses)
- Advanced placement, CLEP examination or credit for experiential learning is not accepted
Submit Foreign Coursework to an Approved Evaluation Service – If Applicable
- All coursework taken from non-U.S. institutions (including Canada) must be submitted to an approved service for evaluation
Minimum Required GPA
- Undergraduate: 2.7 on a 4.0 scale
- Graduate: 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
Proof of Scholarly Writing Ability
- Demonstrated through your Statement of Purpose. Your writing will be evaluated for content and conceptualization, logical organization of your thoughts and ideas, structure, spelling, and grammar.
Two Letters of Recommendation
- Letters of recommendation must be from academic or professional affiliates.
Proof of Legal U.S. Residency – If Required
- International applicants, or any other applicants who are not U.S. citizens and who are living in the U.S., must provide proof of legal U.S. residency prior to matriculation.
English Program Requirements
- The TOEFL is required for all applicants submitting coursework from foreign schools
- TOEFL scores are valid for two years
- Internet-Based test (IBT) minimum score: 80
- Computer Based test minimum score: 213
- Exceptions:
- The TOEFL exam will be waived for permanent and temporary residents of the United States who have completed six semester units of the communication requirement from a regionally accredited U.S. institution
- You have a confirmed bachelor’s degree at the time of application from a regionally accredited U.S. institution
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
USD 948 / unitsHow to Apply
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International Students: We do not require a separate application or fee, and you should be prepared to meet all of the prerequisite and application requirements as outlined. If you need assistance with immigration (I-20 form, F-1 visa, SEVIS, etc.), our International Student Services (ISS) staff are available to help you. Visit the ISS website to learn more.
The next step in the admission process for the Master of Science in Nursing/Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate (MSN/FNP) program is to ensure you are on track to complete the admission requirements below.
The apply now page will provide you with step-by-step instructions as well as an application checklist. There are a number of supporting materials that make up your completed application and it is essential that you print and carefully follow the checklist to ensure that you properly submit these pieces by the deadline
Master of Science in Nursing
Western University of Health Sciences
United States of America,
Pomona
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