Application Instructions by Program
Select your program below for detailed requirements. Only complete applications are reviewed by the admissions committee.
Degree Programs
All GEPN applicants must submit an online application along with a non-refundable application fee. You are required to select a single area of specialty when you apply, and we encourage you to research the different specialties to identify one which best aligns with your interests. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically through the application system
- Official transcripts for any postsecondary institutions attended, and/or TEC (formerly SpanTran) or WES evaluation of coursework taken outside the US or Canada
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- A personal essay (prompt available in the application)
- Asynchronous video and timed writing assessment
- GRE score results are NOT required unless cumulative undergraduate GPA as calculated by NursingCAS was below 3.0
Applicants should allow enough time for official transcripts to arrive by the deadline, and be aware of the GEPN prerequisite requirements.
All MSN applicants must submit an online application along with a non-refundable application fee. You are required to select a single area of specialty when you apply. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically through the application system
- Official transcripts for any postsecondary institutions attended, and/or TEC or WES evaluation for coursework outside the US or Canada
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- A personal essay (prompt available in the application)
- Asynchronous video and timed writing assessment
- GRE score results are NOT required unless cumulative undergraduate GPA was below 3.0
Only complete applications will be reviewed by the admissions committee.
The Hybrid program is only available in the Psychiatric-Mental Health specialty area. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically through the application system
- Official transcripts for any postsecondary institutions attended, and/or TEC or WES evaluation for coursework outside the US or Canada
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- A personal essay (prompt available in the application)
- Asynchronous video and timed writing assessment
- GRE score results are NOT required unless cumulative undergraduate GPA was below 3.0
Please see the Hybrid MSN website for more information on eligibility and admissions requirements.
Eligible applicants must hold a master's degree in nursing or a related field (e.g. MPH, MBA, MHA) and a current license to practice as a registered nurse in the United States. Note: the Post-Master's DNP is not available to applicants who reside outside the United States. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically through the application system
- Official transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- Personal statement addressing the prompt in the online application
- Writing sample (thesis, praxis, opinion piece, or research paper)
Applicants must hold a master's degree in nursing and a current license to practice as an RN and as an Advanced Practice Nurse or Certified Nurse Midwife in the United States prior to the start of the first semester. Note: not available to applicants who reside outside the United States. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically
- Official transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- Personal statement addressing the prompt in the online application
- Sample of scholarly writing from your MSN program
All post-master's certificate applicants must submit an online application along with a non-refundable application fee. A complete application requires:
- Current resume/CV
- Three letters of recommendation submitted electronically
- Official transcripts for all postsecondary institutions attended
- English language proficiency exam results (TOEFL or IELTS) if applicable
- A personal essay (prompt available in the application)
- Asynchronous video and timed writing assessment
- Evidence of current RN license
The PhD program is administered by the Yale Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. Prospective students who have a master's degree in nursing (or equivalent) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree are eligible to apply.
For detailed application instructions, please consult the PhD application process page.
General Application Tips
No matter which program you're applying to, these tips will help ensure a smooth process.
Carefully review eligibility and application requirements to ensure that you are eligible for the program you're interested in.
It can take time for institutions to issue official transcripts. Order them early enough to meet all applicable deadlines.
Choose recommenders who can comment on the quality of your work from a supervisory perspective — faculty, managers, supervisors, or preceptors. Avoid recommendations from friends, colleagues, or family.
Read essay and short answer prompts carefully and craft responses that substantively address them. Avoid using generic essays written for other institutions.
Applying can be a complex process. If you have questions, don't hesitate to reach out to the admissions office — we're here to help.
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