Admission Criteria for the Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist Program
- A BSN degree from an approved, accredited school*
- Current California RN licensure
- One year of clinical experience preferred
- Basic computer literacy
- A 3 semester credit course in statistics
- A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
- Completion of the University Application for Graduate Admissions
- One official transcript from each college or university attended
- Three professional recommendations (forms included in the Graduate Application)
- The GRE general test is recommended but not required
- Resume
- Interview
- Current baccalaureate level physiology and health assessment knowledge/skills
- Evidence of specified immunizations and screening tests, a report of recent physical examination, and BLS certification
- International applicants must meet additional requirements for admission http://www.sandiego.edu/admissions/graduate/international.php
*Applicants without a BSN must have an ADN or Diploma in Nursing from an approved, accredited program and a baccalaureate degree in a related field. In addition, they must take BSNC 333 and MEPN 547.
The priority application deadline is March 1 for Fall and November 1 for Spring. All materials must be received by the priority deadlines to receive priority consideration.