The graduate certificate in health policy and media engagement is a focused, high-powered journey through the underpinnings of the political, executive, and judicial processes and strategies essential to effective regulatory and legislative implementation. This 15-credit program is available online for health-related professionals from various disciplines, including nursing, public health, medicine, law, business, public administration, and more.
Students in the program can expect to:
- Contribute to actual policymaking processes at the grassroots, state, and federal levels in legislative and regulatory environments or within the justice system.
- Build an in-depth understanding of media as a policy stakeholder, analyze media accuracy and bias, and engage with traditional and social media platforms to influence policy.
- Sharpen media and communication skills, including interviews, oral testimony, public comments, and opinion pieces while shaping policy with local, state, and federal decision makers.
- Apply a variety of tools and tactics as you explore and apply health care financing and reimbursement principles and strategies to policy solutions.
- Develop skills to better engage in meaningful and productive dialogues with your colleagues while serving on a board or committee seat.
- Gain access to a growing array of resources and learning opportunities through the GW Nursing Center for Health Policy and Media Engagement.
Visit the GW Nursing website for additional information.
Adminssion Requirements
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Requirement |
| Admission deadline: |
Fall - Priority: December 1 | Final: May 15 |
| Recommendations required: |
Two letters of recommendation |
| Prior academic records |
Official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended |
| 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 |
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university |
| Additional: |
Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university
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| 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
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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
