The nursing graduate program is open to a limited number of qualified applicants. Admission is determined on a competitive basis. The application deadline is February 15 for fall and September 15 for the spring semester.

Applications for admission will be accepted on a rolling/priority basis no later than December 1st for Spring semester, and August 1st for Fall semester.

Students must apply using the Nursing CASS system and must also complete the MSN application.

All applicants are required to complete both the University Graduate School Application and MSN application, submit all transcripts, and pay all admissions fees. It is also the applicant’s responsibility to make sure that all required documentation is included in their application file prior to the deadline.

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN-FNP, MSN-PMHNP, MSN-MW) Family Nursing Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and Midwifery.   Applications to the MSN-FNP, MSN-PMHNP, MSN-MW completed applications along with all supporting materials must be received by September 15 deadline for the Spring semester and by February 15 for the Fall semester to receive priority consideration for admission. It should be noted that the application process for these nursing tracks is competitive. Applications submitted after the due dates will be considered on a competitive basis until all openings are filled, but no later than December 1st for the Spring semester and August 1st for the Fall semester. Students applying for the PMHNP & MW program must also apply, interview and be accepted by Shenandoah University.

Admission Requirements

The nursing program is available to a limited number of qualified applicants. Admission is determined on a competitive basis. To be eligible for regular admission to the program, applicants must meet the following admission requirements:

  1. Baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited program.
  2. Undergraduate course credit for 3 semester hours of basic statistics with a grade of “C” or better.
  3. Undergraduate course credit for 3 semester hours of basic research with a grade of “C” or better.
  4. Evidence of a current unencumbered license as a registered nurse in a U.S. jurisdiction. Verification form is included in the MSN application package.
  5. Scholastic achievement as evidenced by an overall undergraduate/graduate Grade Point Average of 3.0 or higher for FNP, PM-FNP, PMHNP & CMW.
  6. It is strongly recommended that all MSN students have two years of full-time nursing practice prior to application to the program. Those who do not meet this criterion will be considered on an individual basis.
  7. Midwifery and psychiatric mental health applicants must apply, interview and be accepted by Shenandoah University prior to the application deadline before being fully admitted.

Applications, and transcripts must be submitted to:

Admissions Officer
Marshall University Graduate College

One John Marshall Drive

Old Main B19

Huntington, WV 25755

Only those applications that are complete by the deadline will be processed and reviewed by the Graduate Academic Planning and Standards Committee. Students will be notified of the committee’s admission decision by the MU Graduate College and the School of Nursing. Admission records are only kept on file for one year. Students who are admitted but do not register for class will have their files deleted and must reapply for admission when they are ready to return.

For More Information, Contact:

  • Email – Dr. Bobbie Taylor, DNP, MSN Director, taylor3942@marshall.edu
  • Phone – School of Nursing, 304-696-6751 or Dr. Taylor, 304-6962626