MS in Nursing

Applicants must submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities that you have previously attended at both either the undergraduate or graduate levels. This includes transcripts for any post-secondary courses taken during high school or of coursework that appears as transfer credit on another transcript. Transcripts from The Ohio State University do not need to be submitted.

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of three recommenders. Once the application is submitted, an email will be automatically generated and sent to your recommenders with further instructions on how to submit their letters of recommendation. It is suggested that at least two of the three letters of recommendation come from academic sources and supervisors are also a good source for recommendations. We suggest providing your recommenders with information in advance on the degree and specialty to which you are applying and with a copy of your purpose and goals statement. Ask that they address your potential for success in a rigorous graduate program and what attributes and experiences they feel will allow you to excel as an advanced practice nurse in your chosen specialty

Your resume or curriculum vitae (CV) should be in a similar format as a job application. Include your previous education, professional experiences, community service, volunteer activities, publications, research and leadership experiences.

An opportunity to introduce yourself, to express your interest in advanced nursing practice and to demonstrate your writing skills. Consideration is given to both the quality of your writing and the contributions of your experiences and attributes toward your goals with your program. Experience could include global or community service, leadership, collaboration, experience with the specific population of interest or evidence-based practice projects. Attributes could include evidence of growth, resilience, match with the specialty, ability to appreciate varying perspectives and commitment to nursing. Quality of writing includes proper grammar and spelling with appropriate punctuation. What specifically are your academic and career goals? How did you decide to seek graduate education in this specialty area? How do your attributes and life experiences relate to your potential as a master’s degree prepared nurse and/or advanced practice nurse? How do you see yourself as a leader and advocate for patients in your future practice setting? Your statement should not exceed three pages and use a standard format of single-spaced, 12-point font, with one-inch margins.

IELTS/TOEFL/Duolingo

Completed through HireVue. You will answer four brief questions and your responses will be recorded. This interview can be completed at any time during the application window. However, we ask that you do so only after you have completed and submitted your application.