| Admission deadline: | Fall - Priority: December 1 | Final: May 15 |
| Prior academic records | Official transcripts (from all post-secondary schools) |
| Statement of Purpose: | Compose a 250-500 word essay describing your reasons for undertaking study in nursing at The George Washington University, your academic objectives, career goals, and related qualifications (including relevant collegiate, professional, and/or community activities). Include any substantial accomplishments not already mentioned on the application form. Your essay should also speak to the role (e.g. FNP, AGACNP, etc.) that you are applying for and how your qualifications will help you succeed in this role both professionally and as a student. |
| Prerequisites |
Master’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university Successful completion of graduate-level courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessment |
| Additional: |
Active RN license Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university Current CPR certificate |
| International Requirements: |
TOEFL is: Internet-based test: 100 or higher Paper test: 600 or higher The minimum required score for the IELTS is: An overall band score of 7.0 Individual band scores of 6.0 or higher |
Supporting documents not submitted online should be mailed to:
Office of Admissions
45085 University Drive, Suite 201-T
Ashburn, VA 20147
Contact for questions:
nursing@gwu.edu ~ 571-553-0138 (phone)
https://nursing.gwu.edu/admissions-aid
9:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
The following requirements must be fulfilled: 22 credits in required courses and 600 clinical hours.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required | ||
| NURS 6242 | Psychopharmacology | |
| NURS 6243 | Addiction and Change | |
| NURS 6244 | Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing with Families and Groups Across the Life Span | |
| NURS 6245 | Psychiatric/Mental Health Diagnostic Assessment Across the Lifespan | |
| NURS 6246 | Psychiatric/Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing with Individuals Across the Life Span | |
| NURS 6247 | Population-Based Psychiatric/Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing Across the Life Span | |
| NURS 6248 | Integrated Application of Psychiatric/Mental Health Advanced Practice Nursing | |
| Clinical hours | ||
| Completion of 600 clinical hours. | ||