Nursing (Entry to Nursing Practice), MS
Have you earned your bachelor's degree and aspire to become a registered nurse? Our full-time graduate program seamlessly integrates prelicensure nursing education with graduate nursing content. Embark on this transformative journey. Your future in nursing begins at ASU.
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STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
International students (F1), this program is not eligible for the STEM-OPT extension.
Accreditation and professional licensure
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Degree description
If you hold a bachelor's degree in a non-nursing field and wish to become registered nurses, the Master of Science program in nursing with a concentration in entry to nursing practice is for you. Commonly referred to as a master's entry program in nursing (or MEPN), it is a full-time, intensive program that requires a commitment of at least 40 hours per week. Requirements may include weekends and overnight clinical experiences.
Program highlights include:
- completing a graduate degree in nursing with preparation for diverse nursing roles
- developing hands-on skills through simulation and clinical experiences
- streamlined program designed for individuals with non-nursing bachelor's degrees
Upon graduation, you are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination and apply for RN licensure through a state board of nursing.
Curriculum
This graduate degree includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below.
53 credit hours including the required applied project course (NUR 593)
Required Core (3 credit hours) Concentration (40 credit hours) Other Requirements (7 credit hours) Culminating Experience (3 credit hours)
HCI 538 Innovation and the Individual (3) or NUR 501 Individual and Innovation Leadership in Health Care (3)
DNP 602 Evaluating Research for Practice (3)
NUR 514 Nursing Theory: Nursing Fundamentals (5)
NUR 515 Nursing Concepts for Psychiatric Mental Health (2)
NUR 516 Nursing Practice: Psychiatric Mental Health (2)
NUR 517 Nursing Practice: Pediatrics (2)
NUR 518 Nursing Practice: Adults (4)
NUR 519 Role-Focused Practicum: Care Coordination for the Nurse Leader (2)
NUR 524 Nursing Practice: Childbearing Family (2)
NUR 533 Nursing Concepts: Childbearing Family (2)
NUR 542 Readiness to Practice (2)
NUR 544 Theoretical Foundations for Nursing (3)
NUR 545 Advanced Pharmacology (3)
NUR 547 Community, Global and Population Health (3)
NUR 548 Patient Safety, Health Care Quality and Informatics (3)
NUR 550 Health Assessment (2)
NUR 417 Nursing Concepts: Pediatric Clients (2)
NUR 478 Nursing Practice: Complex Care (2)
NUR 546 Nursing Concepts for Complex Care (3)
NUR 593 Applied Project (3)
What you'll learn
The following learning outcomes highlight some of the knowledge and skills you'll develop to support your future success.
- Apply safety and quality principles in clinical decision-making to minimize risk and improve patient outcomes.
- Evaluate evidence-based practice to inform clinical decision-making and support practice improvement.
- Design population-focused care to improve health outcomes.
Apply safety and quality principles in clinical decision-making to minimize risk and improve patient outcomes.
Admission requirements
Here are the admission and application details
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
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Applicants must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation. Applicants are eligible to apply to the program if they have earned a bachelor's or master's degree in any field from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants who hold a BSN degree are not eligible and should apply to the MS program in nursing or the MS program in nursing with a concentration in nursing education. Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program. Applicants are required to submit: Additional Application Information Applicants may be contacted to submit additional application materials, including a written statement and a recorded interview, depending on qualifications. Applicants may be admitted to the program with additional assigned coursework. If a student is assigned any additional coursework by the academic unit upon admission, those courses must be completed with a grade of "B" (scale is 4.00 = "A") or higher before completing the graduate program's required coursework. Additional courses may include: BIO 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology I and BIO 202 Human Anatomy and Physiology II Applicants selected for admission must meet health and safety requirements, which include a passing disposition on a background clearance and satisfactory completion of a substance screen. For additional details, interested applicants should access the application guide and nursing information session on the Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation website.
An applicant whose native language is not English must provide proof of English proficiency regardless of their current residency.
CDE 232 Human Development
CHM 101 Introductory Chemistry
HCR 240 Human Pathophysiology
MIC 205 Microbiology and MIC 206 Microbiology Laboratory
NTR 241 Human Nutrition
statistics (100-level or higher three credit hour course)
Paying for college
Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students recieve financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs.
Get an estimateCareer opportunities
The Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation prepares graduates for excellence upon entering the workplace. Graduates of this program have the knowledge and training to deliver innovative care and lead health care teams across diverse settings. Completion of this degree program also enables graduates to pursue advanced practice registered nurse certifications or doctorate-level nursing degrees.
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
Prospective students should fill out the Request for Information form.
Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation
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HLTHN 301
msentry@asu.edu
602-496-0937
Frequently asked questions about degree programs
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.
