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Applying to the MSN

Application Deadline

Annual application deadline for admission into the MSN program with a fall semester start is January 15.

Application Packet

To be considered for full admission to the Master of Science in Nursing Program, you must submit:

  • Application
  • Non-refundable application fee
    • Current fee of $20 is waived for graduates of Metropolitan State.
  • Official transcripts
    • Official transcripts indicating BS/BA degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution and a nursing program accreditation by the National League for Nursing (NLN) or Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) completed at the time of application or a current, official transcript and documentation indicating that the student has no more than 16 outstanding semester credits at the time of the application. Such students must provide evidence of degree completion with a 3.0 GPA by June 15 of the application year.
  • Current unencumbered license
    • Evidence of current unencumbered RN licensure in at least one state with eligibility for licensure in Minnesota.
  • Goal essay
    • A narrative of 750-1000 words, word processed, with your name on the top of each page, the pages numbered and stapled together.
      • Describe the area of nursing practice you envision for yourself after completing graduate study in nursing.
      • Explain how this practice will contribute to two of the goals of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences mission: to advance professional nursing and to enhance the health of under-served and diverse populations.
      • Describe and explain life, work or academic skills, knowledge and/or experience you currently possess that contribute toward the two goals stated above and how they can be applied to future advanced practice nursing.
  • Two references
    • Completed reference forms from two people. Select two of the following:
      • a former faculty member
      • a supervisor/employer
      • a professional peer or colleague
  • Computer proficiency
    • Completed computer proficiency form with student signature acknowledges awareness of computer proficiency expectations established by the Department of Nursing.

Submit packet to:

Graduate Studies Office
Metropolitan State University
New Main 206
700 East Seventh Street
Saint Paul, MN 55106