Post-MSN Adult Clinical Nurse Specialist Program

Admission

• A MSN degree from an approved, accredited school
• Current California RN licensure
• A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Completion of the University Application for Graduate Admission, including application fee
• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• Three completed recommendation forms (included in the Graduate Application)
• Resume
• Interview
• Professional liability and malpractice insurance coverage which must be maintained throughout enrollment
• 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
• Note: Applicants with equivalent course work or who can demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills can request exemption from specific course requirements.

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.

Curriculum Plan

The Post-MSN Adult CNS track requires the completion of 31 academic units. Course sequence for the Post-MSN Adult CNS track is outlined below.

Fall Semester, Year One