Applying to the Program
To be considered for admission to the Entry Level Nursing (MSN) program, you must submit:
- Application - complete the Metropolitan State University Graduate Programs Application, including a $20 nonrefundable application fee (waived for graduates of Metropolitan State);
- Request for private and confidential information (optional);
- Official Transcripts - showing a baccalaureate degree or equivalent earned from an accredited institution with grade-point average or narrative description describing courses completed from all schools attended after high school and transcripts from any graduate or professional programs;
- Goals Essay – One part of the Metropolitan State University College of Nursing and Health Sciences’ mission is to “enhance the health of underserved and diverse populations.” Describe how your diverse talents, opinions, experiences and cultural background are congruent with this mission. Submit a word-processed paper including your name that is double-spaced and approximately 250-300 words.
- Prerequisite Course List - (using the required form) In preparation for the proposed Entry Level MSN program, seven pre-nursing courses must be completed prior to the application deadline at any accredited college or university (cumulative GPA of 3.0).Class size is limited to 30 students. Entrance is competitive. The selection process is based on cumulative GPA, prerequisite grades, and evaluation of applicant essay.
Application Deadline
Annual application deadline for Spring semester start is July 31.
Send all application materials to:
Graduate Studies Office
Metropolitan State Saint Paul Campus
NM204
700 East Seventh Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106-5000