Admission Criteria for the Master of Science in Nursing 

Admission to the Master of Science Program is open to nurses who are licensed in the state of Ohio and have graduated from a program of nursing accredited by either the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).  Admission will not be denied on the basis of race, religion, age, sex, color, disability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, or political affiliation.  Applicants are requested to provide information pertaining to their academic, intellectual and professional abilities through college transcripts, personal references, and a writing sample.

Criteria

• Current, unencumbered, unrestricted Ohio RN License
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing
• 3.0 undergraduate GPA on a 4.0 scale
• Undergraduate prerequisites:  Statistics and research methods 
• Submit a 500-1500 word formal essay in which you:  (1) analyze what you consider the two most important health care trends/issues that will shape the nursing profession in the next 20 years; and, (2) discuss how you envision an advanced nursing degree will enable you to address the trend/issues outlined in number one.  Use this essay as an opportunity to demonstrate your ability to think logically and write clearly. 
• Current resume
• Three professional written references
• TOEFL score of 550 or above (for international students)

Admission Requirements for International Students

International applicants meet the same admission criteria as do U.S. applicants. In addition, international applicants must submit an official TOEFL score that has been taken within a year of submitting an application to this program. Acceptable TOEFL scores are listed below. A WES transcript evaluation is strongly recommended. International applicants should apply through the university’s International Education Office, 339 Renner Hall, at (614) 236-7102, or at international@capital.edu .

TOEFL (paper) - 600
TOEFL (computer) - 250
TOEFL (Internet-based) - 100
IELTS - 7.0

Capital's TOEFL code is 1099.

Admission Procedures for the Master of Science in Nursing

Application Procedure

Prospective students are encouraged to apply within 8 weeks of the beginning of the next term. The following activities are included in the application process:  
 

• Complete the Application for Admission. Dowload the MSN Application (pdf).
• Request official transcripts from all previous colleges and universities.
• Give 3 references that will be contacted by the Director of the Graduate Program. Download the reference form (pdf).

Forward all admission materials to:
Capital University
ATTN: Adult and Graduate Education Office
1 College and Main
Columbus, OH  43209

Admission Process

The completed admission file is reviewed by the Graduate Program Committee Admissions Subcommittee within one week of receiving all information.           

Acceptance of Admission

Students will be notified in writing of their acceptance.  Following notification the student is required to complete and return the Acceptance of Admission Form to the Adult and Graduate Education office 10 days. Once a student has accepted admission they can schedule classes by throughgh the Adult and Graduate Education staff members.  
 
Once a student has accepted admission the Adult and Graduate Education Office will submit a copy of all application and acceptance documents to the Department of Nursing Program Coordinator.  
 
At the time of admission the student will be assigned an academic advisor with whom he/she should meet to establish a curriculum plan. 

Provisional Status 

Candidates may be admitted provisionally until all entrance requirements are completed.  The letter of admission status states the specific conditions that need to be completed and the time frame allowed.  Upon completion of these conditions by the dates indicated, Full Admission is granted.  Students are to return the acceptance of provisional admission form within 10 days.  Upon receipt of this form, course registration is initiated by the Adult and Graduate Education staff.  Health forms must be completed and returned to the nursing Program Coordinator, BHSN 329, before second semester registration