However, with the exception of military applicants requiring early responses, acceptance decisions are not made until after the application deadline. Incomplete files are not reviewed or acted upon by the Committee. Applicants are notified of admission decisions approximately four to six weeks after the application deadline. Acceptance by both the School of Nursing and the Graduate School is necessary before enrollment is permitted. The Community Health Nursing and Nursing Systems concentrations include a minimum of 39 credits.
All students complete core courses.
International students who need courses to increase their English competency often require longer than the minimum time to complete the degree requirements. Nursing, physiological, and psychosocial theories, concepts, and research underlying self-care and growth needs of individuals are stressed. In addition, holism of clients, family relationships, environmental influences, conceptual thinking, and independent nursing actions are examples of commonly emphasized themes. Faculty assist students to individualize their education by facilitating work in hospital or non-hospital clinical areas in the specialization courses. Practicum experiences provide opportunities for testing new approaches and developing advanced skills.