Shape the future of healthcare
Whether you choose to teach in a classroom or a clinical setting, you’ll help develop the next generation of nurses. You'll learn to create curricula and use innovative simulation technologies. This 36-credit-hour program provides the tools you need to excel as a clinical educator or academic faculty member.
Clinical requirements
You'll complete a minimum of 180 clinical hours in your own geographical area.
Visiting campus
As a nurse education student, you'll need to visit twice. The first is an orientation session. The second is a two-day skills seminar. More details are provided to admitted students.
Resources
The student handbook goes in depth on expectations, requirements, evaluation procedures and more. When considering whether SFA's Master of Science in Nursing is a proper fit for you, be sure to read through this handbook.
Accredited program
The master’s/post-master’s certificate nursing program at Stephen F. Austin State University is accredited by the: Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), 404.975.5000, acenursing.org, 3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta, GA, 30326. The most recent accreditation decision made by the ACEN Board of Commissioners for the master’s/post-master’s certificate nursing program is continuing accreditation. View the public information disclosed by the ACEN regarding this program on the ACEN website.
Information below is provided in compliance of ACEN accreditation requirements.
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Nursing education requirementsThis is an accredited program.
View SFA's accreditations.
How do I earn this online?
Courses are taught online. Clinical hours are completed in your local community.
How long will it take?
Depends on your course load. Take up to six credit-hours per semester.
Application deadline?
Aug. 1
Is a GRE required?
No.
Apply to the Master of Science in Nursing program
Students seeking admission to SFA graduate programs must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. You're responsible for submitting application materials required for admission and any supplemental items as requested.
To be eligible for consideration into this program, you must:
- achieve an undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher overall
- and have a valid, unencumbered nursing license.
It's preferred that you also have at least one year of full-time clinical experience as a registered nurse.
Ready? Complete the graduate school application.
