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MSN Requirements

The Master of Science in Nursing prepares registered nurses with a bachelor's degree for advanced nursing practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

The goal of the graduate nursing program is to provide advanced practice professional education. Graduate education in nursing builds upon the undergraduate knowledge base in the natural, social, behavioral and nursing sciences. Graduates are prepared for increasing responsibilities in clinical practice, advocacy and are appreciative and responsive to the healthcare needs of underserved populations.

Degree requirements include completing a culminating experience during the final semester of study. The experience provides an opportunity for the students to synthesize the major learning outcomes of the graduate program.

MSN-FNP Admission Requirements

To qualify for the MSN Family Nurse Practitioner program, you must meet the following minimum criteria:

  1. SSU admission criteria as a Classified Graduate student.
  2. B.S.N. degree preferred, Baccalaureate in another field with a nursing license will be considered.
  3. GPA of 3.00 in the last 60 units of undergraduate or postgraduate study preferred.
  4. Current unencumbered California licensure as a registered nurse.
  5. Completion of college-level statistics with a grade of B or better.
  6. Two years' full-time experience as an R.N. preferred.
  7. Interview with the Program Director and/or Assistant Director.

Application Process 

There are TWO APPLICATIONS AND THREE FEES in the application process. All parts must be completed.

  1. CSU Graduate Application - CalState.edu (fee required)
    • Open from October 1–January 31
  2. MSN FNP Supplemental Application - NursingCAS.org (fee required)
    • Open from December 1–January 31 (Due by 9PM)
  3. School of Nursing Application Fee (non-refundable) - Click here to pay online - Due January 31

A complete Supplemental Application consists of:

  1. NursingCAS Application
  2. Official transcripts to NursingCAS
  3. RN license - Breeze verification
  4. Essay - documents section
  5. School of Nursing Application Fee

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