Admission deadline: | Summer: March 31 |
Recommendations required: | Two letters of recommendation |
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 |
Additional: |
Current resume Active and unencumbered nursing license Preferred scholastic GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from a regionally accredited college or university Successful completion of graduate-level courses in pathophysiology, pharmacology, and advanced health assessment |
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: 20 credits in required courses and completion of 600 clinical hours.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Required | ||
NURS 6224 | Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner I: Practice Introduction | |
NURS 6225 | Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner II: Adolescent and Adult | |
NURS 6229 | Adult/Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner III: Adult, Older/Frail |