Earn a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) through the Entry-Level Master’s (ELM) program. Designed for non-nursing graduates, this accelerated pathway prepares you for RN licensure and advanced nursing careers.
The Master of Science in Nursing – Entry Level Master’s (ELM) program prepares individuals with a non-nursing bachelor’s degree to become a registered nurse (RN). This accelerated nursing pathway integrates foundational nursing science, clinical training, and graduate-level coursework, enabling students to efficiently progress toward RN licensure.
Graduates are equipped with the clinical expertise, leadership skills, and professional knowledge needed to excel in patient care, healthcare leadership, and academic nursing.
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Prompt:
Please explain why you would like to become a student at CDU.
Who are you as a person?
What is your background?
Why would you like to pursue a career in Nursing?
How does the completion of a degree at CDU offer you an opportunity to serve an underserved community?
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All students must have a clear criminal background check within a month of being accepted into the program to begin the program. While in the program, a clear background check is required to progress. Some agencies also require live scan fingerprinting in addition to background checks. To do so, a Social Security Number is required.
For International Students
We do not require a separate application or an additional fee, and you should be prepared to meet all admissions requirements outlined above. However, any coursework outside of the U.S. must be evaluated for U.S. course equivalency from one of the following (a course-by-course evaluation, including an equivalent degree with GPA required):
