(Advanced practice nurse with a baccalaureate in nursing)

• Applicants must complete the graduate school admissions application by February 15 for fall admission.  The graduate school application and directions are at https://www.ndsu.edu/gradschool
• Three professional references are required. Two of the required references are to be from professional colleagues that address clinical competence and ability to succeed in graduate study.
• Prospective students are asked to compose an essay that includes a narrative of professional experience and a statement of their professional goals.
• Current unencumbered license as a registered nurse
• Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a nationally accredited nursing program with a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Preference is given for one or more years' experience
• Proficiency in computer skills and access to a computer with Internet capabilities
• Admission interviews with nursing faculty are scheduled in March for fall admission.

After admission, the following must be completed 

• Documentation of health status
• Criminal background checks
• Documentation of ACLS certification - prior to first clinical
• Degree plan completed in collaboration with faculty by the end of the second semester 
• A cumulative grade of at least 3.0 must be maintained. No more than two grades of less than B may be earned in courses required for the degree.

Degree requirements must be completed within seven years after admission.