Admission to the master's program requires approval by the faculty and is based on the applicant's qualifications as evidenced by grade point average, essay, official transcripts, and references. Acceptance into the program is competitive. Students select a concentration area of study at the time they apply for admission to the MSN program.
- BSN Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale from an NLN CNEA, ACEN, or CCNE accredited program. Official transcripts need to be submitted from all post-secondary coursework.
- Copy of current unencumbered Indiana RN license.
- Statistics grade (by transcript or current completion at IU campus): Applicants need to have a grade of C or higher in a three credit, undergraduate college credit statistics course (or successfully complete prior to Research, R500).
- A statement that identifies your academic goals, career objectives, and why you are applying to this program. You will also need to explain the qualifications you have that make you a strong candidate for admission. (200-word limit)
- Additionally, please describe significant professional and life experiences that have prepared you for a master's education. Please discuss these experiences in detail. (400-word count limit)
- Up to date CV/Resume
- Be prepared to give three references. Email addresses are required.
For more information about the MSN program, admission criteria, or the application process please contact the School of Nursing and Allied Health Professions:
Graduate Program Director: Dea J. Kent DNP, RN, NP-C, FNP-BC, CWOCN, WOCNF
Email: djkent@iu.edu
Phone: 765-455-9206
The Leadership and Systems Innovations concentration is 36 credit hours over six semesters, with 225 practicum hours during the program.
Students will take core classes, building the theoretical and contextual background necessary for advancing nursing practice and knowledge.
MSN Core Courses (18 credits)
NURS-N 502 Nursing Theory
NURS-I 630 Introduction to Nursing Informatics
NURS-D 615 Patient Quality and Safety
NURS-P 505 Population Health
NURS-N 504 Leadership for Advanced Practice Nursing
NURS-R 500 Nursing Research Methods
Leadership & Systems Innovations Concentration (18 credits)
NURS-L 530 Legal Environment of Health Care
NURS-L 574 Administrative Management in Nursing
NURS-L 671 Financial Management
NURS-N 620 Advanced Quality
NURS-L 579 Nursing Administration Practicum
NURS-Y 510 Advanced Practice Nursing Concepts
**Please see, “To apply you need the following” for program specific admission requirements.
Required documents for international admission can be found in the International Student Checklist.
Steps for applying to a graduate program can be found on the Office of International Services web page.
International students and students for whom English is not your primary language must submit TOEFL-iBT scores and meet the requirements. Acceptable forms of English proficiency can be found on our web page. If you have difficulty when submitting an application, please reach out to our Office of International Student Services for assistance.
Please note: Before IU can issue you I-20, you will need to upload proof of financial documentation into Atlas. Funding amount for the School of Nursing and Allied Professions and a “Declaration for Financial Support” will be provided following application submission.
