Advance Your Nursing Career
8/10/2023
See if the Mount’s MS in Nursing Is the Right Fit for You
You graduated with an undergraduate degree in nursing; studied hard and passed the NCLEX; bought some of your favorite scrubs and a shiny new stethoscope; have been working for two, five, or even 20 years; and now you’re looking for a way to get more out of your career in nursing.
Look no further!
The Mount’s Master of Science in Nursing program might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.
Don’t believe us? Check out this video that features testimony from current students and faculty members, and perhaps they’ll convince you:
Our program caters to in-service nurses who are ready to take the next step and advance their careers. The curriculum combines theory, experience, and research in order to expand your knowledge of nursing practice. Students can pursue a specialization as a Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) to prepare for new roles in the profession. The program’s emphasis on critical thinking and scholarly inquiry also provides an appropriate foundation for future doctoral study in nursing.
As you travel through your studies in the Master of Science in Nursing program, you’ll incorporate the latest knowledge into your nursing practice and to demonstrate a high degree of competence. Ultimately, graduates of the program become contributors to the improvement of healthcare, health policy, and the advancement of the nursing profession not only here in New York City, but across the nation and the globe.
The program requires 42 credits, and classes include: dynamics of nursing leadership, ethics and healthcare policy, advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacophysiology, and more.
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After completing all coursework, students qualify for FNP certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and/or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Ready to take the leap? See if you meet the application requirements and apply here.
Still have some questions? Fill out the form to request information, or contact the Office of Professional and Graduate Studies at gradstudies@mountsaintvincent.edu.
About the University of Mount Saint Vincent
Founded in 1847 by the Sisters of Charity, the University of Mount Saint Vincent offers nationally recognized liberal arts education and a select array of professional fields of study on a landmark campus overlooking the Hudson River. Committed to the education of the whole person, and enriched by the unparalleled cultural, educational and career opportunities of New York City, the College equips students with the knowledge, skills and experiences necessary for lives of achievement, professional accomplishment and leadership in the 21st century.