MSN Program Criteria

At a Glance


Glance at Masters in Nursing Program
MSN Program Details     Criteria
Format 100% online
Time to Completion As little as 24 months
Total Credit Hours in Major 37 hours
Tuition Assistance Eligible for federal financial aid, as well as grants and scholarships
Tuition and Fees Tuition and fees information on the FSU web site
Application Deadlines Fall: August 1st
Spring: January 1st

Admission Requirements
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) in the B.S. in Nursing.
  • Hold a current, unrestricted U.S. RN License.
  • Hold the degree of B.S. in Nursing from a nursing program accredited by CCNE or ACEN.
  • Have completed 3 credits of undergraduate statistics.
  • Current resume
  • As part of application process, submit three letters of reference and an essay describing how the M.S. in Nursing meets your professional goals. Original letters of reference or reference forms must be submitted with original signatures.

Request for Recommendation Form (PDF)
Essay Requirements (PDF)

Graduation Requirements
  • Completion of all coursework required for the M.S. in Nursing within 5 years from semester of initial enrollment.
  • Completion of all coursework with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Career Options Nursing leadership, management, research, community/ public health, acute care, long-term care, and more.