Nursing, MS: Frequently Asked Questions

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Below is an extensive list of questions that prospective students frequently raise. If you do not find your question below, please contact Meigan Robb at mrobb@iup.edu.

What are the admissions criteria?

How do I apply for admission to the program? Can I apply online?

Do I need to have a BSN in Nursing if I have a BS in another area and a RN license?

Do I need to take the GRE?

What is the minimum QPA?

How many letters of recommendation do I need, and who should write them?

What are the prerequisites for admission?

Where can I take the statistics and undergraduate nursing research courses?

Can I be admitted as a special status student until I complete the prerequisites?

Do I need to have any clinical experience before applying?

How many credits do I need to take to earn my master's degree in Nursing?

I have taken graduate courses at other institutions. Can I transfer those credits?

How long will it take for the admissions committee to review my application, and how will they inform me of my admission status?

How often does the program admit new students?

If I have been admitted for the fall semester, can I defer my admission until the following year?

I have read that students are admitted as a cohort. What does that mean?

How many students are admitted to a cohort?

What tracks are offered at IUP?

May I take courses in both tracks?

Can I take the courses for the other tracks after graduation?

Can I take classes at sites other than my cohort site?

Do I need to complete any research or write a thesis?

It has been a long time since I have been a nursing student. What should I do to prepare myself?

It would probably be helpful to make sure that your computer skills are up to date and that you have access to an Internet connection. You should have a basic understanding of word processing, email, databases or spreadsheets, and presentation software. Additionally, since you will be spending a lot of time using your computer, you will probably want to be sure it is up to date and capable of transferring large files quickly. Recommendations for student hardware and software can be found in the Technology Guide for Students.

When will the courses be offered?

Will I have to take summer courses?

Do I need to take comprehensive exams?

What kinds of resources are available on campus to assist students?

Does the program require any capstone experience?

Where can I do my capstone experience? Can I do my practicum at my place of employment?

How much will it cost to complete my degree?

Is there any financial assistance available?

How can I apply for financial aid?

Are there any graduate assistantships available?

Who will be my advisor?

If I have questions, whom should I contact?

Do you have an online program?

Since the first classes are the same for both tracks, when do I have to decide which track to pursue?

Nursing Department
Johnson Hall, Room 210
1010 Oakland Avenue
Indiana, PA 15705
Phone: 724-357-2558
Fax: 724-357-3267
nursing-allied-health@iup.edu

Office Hours

Monday through Friday

8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.