Master's Entry Program in Nursing

Admission

• A Bachelor's Degree from an approved, accredited school
• Completion of the required pre-requisite courses
• Basic computer literacy
• A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Completion of the University Application for the Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN)
• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• Three completed recommendation forms (included in the MEPN Application)
• A resume describing the nature, scope and areas of responsibility of all work experience is required. Please note any volunteer or paid health-care related experience.
• Evidence of specified immunizations and screening tests, recent physical examination, and BLS (CPR) certification
• Professional liability and malpractice insurance coverage which must be maintained throughout enrollment.
• Official GRE Scores (taken within the last 5 years)
• International applicants must meet additional requirements for admission http://www.sandiego.edu/admissions/graduate/international.php

PROGRAM PREREQUISITES The following nursing prerequisites must be completed prior to beginning the Master's Entry Program in Nursing.

Prerequisite Courses:

Human Anatomy*
Human Physiology*
Microbiology*
Psychology (Introduction, General or Developmental)
Cultural Anthropology
English Composition
Speech/Public Speaking
Statistics

*Courses must include a lab. Human Anatomy and Human Physiology may be combined courses or two separate courses: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology or Human Anatomy & Physiology I and Human Anatomy & Physiology II. The courses must address human/mammalian anatomy and physiology.

PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Master's Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) is intended for individuals with a baccalaureate degree or higher in another discipline. The program is designed for the person seeking a new career in nursing.

Students will enroll annually in this 5 term program beginning in September. The MEPN program is demanding, as it provides the student with a general foundation in nursing as well as Master's level courses that provide the skills necessary to serve in leadership positions. After successful completion of the program, the student receives a master's degree in clinical nursing and is eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) for registered nursing licensure. Graduates are eligible for post-master's study as a clinical nurse specialist, nurse practitioner, executive nurse leader or the PhD.

Clinical teaching sites will be located at major medical centers throughout San Diego county, affording broad exposure to excellent centers of patient care.

Curriculum Plan

Semester I (Fall)

Semester II (Spring)

Semester III (Summer)

Semester IV (Fall)

Semester V (Spring)

Total Units for Program: 71