Requirements for the Associate Degree Nurse
Registered Nurses (RN’s) who presently hold an associate degree in nursing will be able to earn an MSN degree without earning a baccalaureate degree. Using a cohort model, this program offers a creative opportunity to efficiently earn a master's degree as a Nurse Educator.
All ADN’s must successfully complete specific undergraduate courses Pathophysiology and Statistics and three undergraduate nursing courses before entry into NNU's graduate program. The three undergraduate articulated nursing courses are Leadership Development(3), Community Health Nursing(3), and Nursing Research(3) or transfer equivalents. These required courses are online so students can study whenever and wherever its convenient to balance work, family, and school. While students are enrolled in the undergraduate articulated nursing courses it would be advised to also complete Pathophysiology and Statistics.
ADN to MSN Information:
APPLICATION - return application to msn(at)nnu.edu
Possible options for Pathophysiology and Statistics
Idependent Study in Idaho offers a self-paced study course Psyc 300 Statistical Methods that will meet our requirement. The instructor requires mathematical competency at the high school algebra level. Enroll anytime and if needed take up to one year to complete the course. Contact Independent Study in Idaho 1-877-464-3246.
The University of Iowa - Center for Credit Programs offers a online Pathophysiology course that will meet our requirement. This is a guided independent study (self paced) course offered fall, spring, or summer semesters. Contact student services 1-800-272-6430.
Once all admission requirements have been met students will begin the Master of Science in Nursing Program. MSN Application
