Distance Education (Online with faculty-guided practica)
Test Scores
GRE General Test or MAT GPA 3.0 or Higher: Not Required if overall bachelor's GPA is 3.0 or higher from a regionally accredited institution.
GPA 2.70 to 2.99: Two recommendations Required
Note: Due to COVID-19, the program will accept two recommendations in the place of the GRE or MAT test. The recommendation letters (submitted through the online portal) should address the applicant's potential for success as a graduate student and the applicant's potential in the nurse educator role.
Additional Requirements
Computer Access: Applicants must have access to a computer capable of supporting electronic mail, a web browser, a word processing program and multi-media presentations. In addition, applicants will be expected to use these computer applications. Remediation instruction for navigating the on-line platform is available from the UNCW Technology Assistance Center.
Notes: Additional items may be requested as needed. Items include but are not limited to letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and standardized test scores.
GPA Requirements: Strong academic record:
a. Minimum of 3.0 GPA in baccalaureate degree in nursing (no GRE or MAT required)
b. Admission will be considered with a 2.7 or higher GPA with acceptable GRE or MAT score and demonstration of academic success. Additional evidence may be required.
Visa Sponsorship: International Applicants Requesting Visa Sponsorship - This program does not qualify for visa sponsorship.
Reapplication: A reapplication and application fee is required for students that do not attend the session accepted.
Bachelors requirement: Bachelor's degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program.
Notes: Please note that sessions frequently fill ahead of published deadlines. Application cycles are open until the sessions reach capacity. Due to high demand, there is no advanced notice of application closures.
Interview: An interview with faculty may be requested.
Prerequisites: Completion of an undergraduate or graduate Statistics course with a grade of B- or higher. (Advanced Placement Statistics (AP Statistics) Exam score of 4 or 5 meets this requirement. The applicant will need to provide the AP Statistics Exam score.)
Notes: Students who are taking or have taken graduate work elsewhere must be in good standing at that institution to be eligible to take graduate work at UNCW.
RN License: Active, non-restricted licensure or eligibility for licensure as a professional registered nurse in North Carolina is required unless:
The student’s active, non-restricted license is from a compact state that is the student’s primary state of residence (fixed permanent and principle legal residence)
LICENSURE COMPACTS
The student is distance-based, will not be practicing in North Carolina while enrolled in school and has an active, non-restricted licensure or eligibility for licensure in their primary state of residence.