
NURSING GRADUATE ADMISSIONS
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MS Admissions
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Master of Science Programs
Admission to our MS degree program is based upon GPA, references, and evidence of strong professional commitment. Applicants are not required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) unless their overall undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Also, MS degree students must have already satisfied the requirements for a bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredit institutions, and possess a license to practice nursing in NY State.
Selection for admission involves a thoughtful examination of the total application including undergraduate overall grade point average (GPA), Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (if required), leadership abilities, references, interview and other factors that suggest the potential for academic success. Cultural and ethnic diversity are both highly valued in the School of Nursing.
MS Nurse Anesthetist Admissions
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Master of Science Nurse Anesthetist Program
Our application process helps us select students who are personally, educationally, and professionally prepared for the demanding nature of the program.
Requirements:
- Applicants must hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a nationally accredited school or an international equivalent.
- Must have a current license as a registered professional nurse in the United States or its territories or protectorates
- Must have at least one year of critical care nursing experience.
Applicants with an overall undergraduate GPA less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale must submit competitive GRE scores to be considered for the program. Admission decisions are based on overall GPA, GRE scores (when applicable), clinical experience, a personal interview, and letters of reference.
International Students must meet additional requirements. For more information, please visit the international admission website at http://wings.buffalo.edu/intled/admissions.
Application due date – November 1
Applicants selected for an interview will receive written notification of the date and time of the interview. Selection of interviewees will be based upon identified strengths of their application. All applications will receive the benefit of a thorough review.
In addition, if admitted to the program, a Graduate Tuition Deposit of $300.00 payable to the University at Buffalo must be sent to the School of Nursing within two weeks. This fee is refundable if an applicant declines the offer of admission anytime through May 1. After that date the fee is not refundable. Failure to pay the deposit in the time allotted will result in a forfeit of the offer of admission.
Post-MS Advance Certificate Admissions
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Post-MS Advanced Certificate Programs
Admission to our Post-MS Advanced Certificate programs is based upon GPA, references, and evidence of strong professional commitment. Applicants are not required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) unless their overall undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Also, all applicants must completed a MS degree in nursing upon their intended start. They must also have valid license to practice nursing in NY State.
Selection for admission involves a thoughtful examination of the total application including undergraduate overall grade point average (GPA), Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (if required), leadership abilities, references, interview and other factors that suggest the potential for academic success. Cultural and ethnic diversity are both highly valued in the School of Nursing.
Doctoral Program Admissions
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Doctoral Programs
Applicants to the either the Ph.D. or D.N.S. program must possess a current United States nurse license (or an international equivalent), and meet hold a baccalaureate or master’s degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program or its international equivalent with a minimum grade point average of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.
Progression through these programs will result in an MS and doctorate for students entering the program with only a baccalaureate degree.
Therefore, a separate MS degree application is required.
Admission to the doctoral programs is based upon GRE scores, letters of recommendation, personal interviews, and a sample of scholarly writing. Professional work experience is not required. The relationship between applicant goals and faculty research expertise is also a consideration.
Advanced Certificate Admissions
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Advanced Certificate Programs
Nursing Education
Admission is based on GPA, references, and evidence of strong professional commitment. Applicants are not required to take the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) unless their overall undergraduate GPA is less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Additional requirements for admission include an interview with program faculty.
Selection for admission involves a thoughtful examination of the total application including undergraduate overall grade point average (GPA), Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores (if required), leadership abilities, references, interview and other factors that suggest the potential for academic success. Cultural and ethnic diversity are both highly valued in the School of Nursing.
Health/Medical Informatics
For more information, go to the School of Informatics Web site.
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