Overview

About the Program

There are three entry points into the Nursing program of the Pacific Lutheran University:

Entry-Level Master’s – for non-nurses with a degree in another field who want to complete the RN and MSN in 27 months

BSN to MSN – for nurses with a BSN

RN-B to MSN – for nurses with a bachelor’s degree in another field (currently on hiatus)

The core MSN curriculum prepares an advanced generalist, who has the knowledge and skills required of all master’s‐prepared nurses as determined by the AACN Essentials of Master’s Education in Nursing (2011). The MSN student may also choose an area of specialization.

Two areas of role specialization are available:

Advanced Generalist

Clinical Nurse Leader®

PLU MSN graduates are nursing leaders and educators throughout the Puget Sound area, Washington and across the US. The MSN Care and Outcomes curriculum also prepares the graduate for PhD or DNP doctoral study.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Pathology/Pharmacy

Care Delivery/Health Promotion

Health & Physical Assessment

Professional Functions & Principles of Leadership

Care of Chronic Conditions

Psychology/Mental Health

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 27 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

85 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tacoma, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution with 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) minimum cumulative GPA

Completion with a minimum grade of 3.0 (B) or better in each prerequisite course (See exceptions due to COVID-19): College-level Statistics (both descriptive and inferential), Human Anatomy and Physiology I (with on-site lab within last six years), Human Anatomy and Physiology II (with on-site lab within last six years), Developmental Psychology—Lifespan, Intro to Microbiology (with on-site lab within last six years) Nutrition (for summer applicants, we strongly recommend that you take this course before the program starts. If not, it must be completed during the first year of the program.)

GRE (optional) – GRE scores are not required for admission consideration. It is optional to submit the test scores in order to strengthen the application

International students must provide proof of English proficiency

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

40355 USD / year

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Out-of-State

40355 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

40355 USD / year

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Living costs

Tacoma

United States

1000 - 1580 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

About the Program

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Living costs

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