Master’s-Level Entry-Into-Nursing Program

Find out how your prerequisites transfer. 

If you have taken coursework in Maryland, the Articulation System for Maryland Colleges and Universities (ARTSYS) is an online evaluation system that can help you determine how courses taken at any two-year college in Maryland transfer to UMSON or visit our prerequisite course equivalencies page to identify equivalent courses that meet UMSON's prerequisite requirements.

Before you begin the admissions process, you can submit copies of your unofficial transcript(s) to us for review, and an admissions counselor will advise you on your requirements for admission. Visit the Prerequisite Course Information Resources webpage to learn more about prerequisite requirement.

Prerequisite Courses

The following lower-division, pre-professional courses may be completed at any accredited college or university. 

* These courses must have been taken in the past 10 years.

General Notes:

• Courses may be taken online.
• No course can be used to fulfill more than one requirement.
• All prerequisite courses must be complete prior to enrollment at UMSON.
• Accepted students must submit proof of enrollment for any outstanding prerequisite courses. Documentation must be received by June 1 for students admitted for Fall and Sept. 1 for students admitted for Spring. Acceptable documentation includes an official transcript, unofficial transcript or a letter from the registrar’s office stating that you are enrolled for those courses. Failure to provide documentation of coursework in progress may result in the cancellation of your admission. Proof of enrollment documentation can be uploaded on your student portal. All prerequisite courses must be complete prior to enrollment at UMSON.
• Final transcripts and scores must be submitted one week prior to classes starting.

For financial aid purposes, there are credit minimums for full-time status that may differ from the plans of study. See details.

Students admitted in the fall semester enroll in classes for four semesters and one summer session.

The MSN-E curriculum is aligned with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, which focus on competency-based education (CBE). CBE is a student-centered approach that focuses on demonstrating knowledge, skills, and attitudes as students progress through their education.  

This plan of study is for students entering the MSN-E program in fall 2024 and subsequent fall semesters.

View information on the Foundations of Interprofessional Education and Practice Course.

For financial aid purposes, there are credit minimums for full-time status that may differ from the plans of study. See details.

Students admitted in the spring semester may enroll in classes for:

• four semesters and one summer
  or
• four semesters and two summers.

Students choosing to enroll in both summer courses (531 and 533) in the first summer may have the opportunity to apply for a residency or certified nursing assistant position at a health care facility for their second summer in the program.

The MSN-E curriculum is aligned with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education, which focus on competency-based education (CBE). CBE is a student-centered approach that focuses on demonstrating knowledge, skills, and attitudes as students progress through their education.  

This plan of study is for students entering the MSN-E program in spring 2024 and subsequent spring semesters. This option is four semesters and one summer session.

Your nursing education is an important investment. Financial aid and scholarships can help make your goals a reality.

UMSON offers multiple opportunities to help you afford your graduate education.

Learn More About Financial Aid and Scholarships

All students receiving funds through the University must:

• be enrolled at least half-time (6 credits) in a degree-seeking program
• complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year by UMB's award priority deadline
• FAFSA Submission period: Oct. 1 (of the previous year) through Feb. 28
• FAFSA School code: 002104

The UMB Office of Student Financial Assistance & Education is available to guide prospective and current students through the FAFSA application process and the financial aid award package.

Contact Us:

UMSON Scholarships and Grants Office
410-706-0489 | nrsscholarships@umaryland.edu

UMB Student Financial Assistance and Education Office
410-706-7347 | aidtalk@umaryland.edu

In this section:

• Deadlines
• Qualifications
• Prerequisite Coursework
• Application Materials and Instructions
• Applicants without a High School Diploma or College Degree in the U.S

Deadline: 

For best consideration, applicants are encouraged to have all required application materials submitted by the respective deadlines to ensure your application is considered for admission and scholarships.

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree in a major other than nursing with an overall undergraduate cumulative GPA of 3.0
• Science Prerequisite GPA of 3.0 (chemistry, anatomy and physiology I and II, and microbiology)

Applicants who do not meet certain admission criteria may still be considered for admission. You are strongly advised to submit the supplemental essay to review your case. Please refer to the Essay section below for more information about the supplemental essay.

Prerequisite Coursework:

• General Chemistry with Lab*
• Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab*
• Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab*
• Microbiology with Lab*
• Human Growth and Development
• Statistics
• Nutrition

* These courses must have been taken in the past 10 years.

Prior to applying, applicants must complete a minimum of:

• two of the following science prerequisite courses:
• General Chemistry with Lab*
• Human Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab*
• Human Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab*
• Microbiology with Lab*

* These courses must have been taken in the past 10 years.

• one of the following prerequisite courses: 
• Human Growth and Development
• Statistics
• Nutrition

See more information on MSN-E Prerequisite Requirements.

Accepted students must submit proof of enrollment for any outstanding prerequisite courses. Documentation must be received by June 1 for students admitted for Fall and Sept. 1 for students admitted for Spring. Acceptable documentation includes an official transcript, unofficial transcript or a letter from the registrar’s office stating that you are enrolled for those courses. Failure to provide documentation of coursework in progress may result in the cancellation of your admission. Proof of enrollment documentation can be uploaded on your student portal. All prerequisite courses must be complete prior to enrollment at UMSON. Effective immediately, applicants must submit final grades at least two weeks prior to classes starting.

Application Materials and Instructions:

Applicants without a High School Diploma or College Degree in the U.S:

• If you do not have a degree from a U.S. high school, college, or university, you are required to demonstrate English proficiency.
• If you have completed coursework outside of the U.S., you must have your transcripts evaluated.

More information.

If you have questions regarding the admissions requirements or process, contact the Office of Admissions and Student Scholarships to avoid errors that could delay the processing of your application.