Master of Science in Nursing
In an evolving profession like nursing, and in a nation making its way through complex healthcare reform, it's more important than ever for nurses to pursue advanced education. Governors State University’s Master of Science in Nursing offers several outstanding post-baccalaureate program options that will prepare you for your future as a highly educated advanced practice nurse or for leadership roles in nursing. Our nursing programs focus on providing quality, holistic care; creating healing environments; and building caring communities. The GSU nursing faculty includes Advanced Practice Nurses, nurse executives, seasoned educators, and doctorally-prepared researchers who provide students with an exceptional education.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) meets your needs as a working nurse through flexible hybrid courses. Choose from four concentrations to tailor your academic interests to your professional goals: Nursing Executive and Innovative Leadership, Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult/Gerontological Health, Family Nurse Practitioner, or the post-masters Family Nurse Practitioner Certificate. The MSN and BSN nursing programs in the College of Health and Human Services are accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
The wondrous world of careers, passions, and personal quests awaits from the moment you enroll in class at Governors State University, and our Career Services Office is available to help you navigate every path that leads to Destination Success!
Our assignment is to walk you through an exciting journey to discover a place of professional and personal fulfillment, satisfaction, and contribution. Along the way, our career counselors will partner with you to identify interests and talents that parlay into academic majors and lifelong pursuits. Near the end of your academic journey, our team will walk you through the entire job search process, helping you craft a dynamic resume, identify valuable internships, and cultivate sure fire interview skills that wow hiring managers.
Our 4- Year Career Compass takes you from the classroom to the boardroom with a customized step-by-step process designed to keep you on track from freshman through senior year.
Stop by the Office of Career Services and work with our team to chart your very own course to stellar universe of success!
PSW Opportunity
12 to 36 months (OPT duration depends on the major studied).
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must submit a Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) score --OR--Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) score. The school code for GMAT/GRE is 1263.
*GMAT/GRE Waiver: The GMAT or GRE may be waived for applicants who meet one of the following:
1. a G.P.A. of 3.5 or higher for the last 60 hours, from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States, or
2. a graduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the United States;
or
3. meet the requirement for Guaranteed Admission program for GSU undergraduate
students and recent alumni
TOEFL/IELTS (International Students Only)
International Students must meet the university language requirement for admission to the
university. Applicants must take either Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
For the IELTS, applicants must the minimum acceptable score of 6.5 academic version.
Acceptable scores for TOEFL for master’s level applicants are listed in the GSU Catalog.
Type of TOEFL
Exam
Paper Computer Internet Internet (IBT)
Total Score 550 213 80
Reading 54 21 20
Writing 58 24 20
Listening 55 21 20
Speaking - - 20
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
42360 USD
Annual Cost of Living: 14000 USD
Application Fee: 50 USD
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