Overview

The Nursing program of the Southeast Missouri State University offers a family nurse practitioner (FNP) option and, with sufficient enrollment, a Nurse Educator option.

Particular emphasis is directed to health care needs of underserved populations in rural areas. The program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The MSN program prepares graduates for the delivery of advanced nursing care and for critical investigation, integration, and synthesis of scientific knowledge in advanced nursing practice. MSN preparation provides a foundation for doctoral study.

What You'll Do

Prepared at the master’s level within the discipline of nursing as well as receive preparation in an advanced nursing role as a family nurse practitioner or a nurse educator.

Exposed to a variety of teaching modalities including face-toface instruction, completely online instruction, and heavily blended delivery of instruction.

Expected to complete hands-on experiences in a variety of settings with experienced preceptors in preparation for the family nurse practitioner or nurse educator role

Eligible, upon graduation within the FNP option, to register for a national certification examination for family nurse practitioners OR upon graduation within the Nurse Educator option and with pre-requisite post-graduation experience, to register for a national certification examination for nurse educators.

Internships & Career Opportunities

Faculty of Schools of Nursing

Community-based Health Centers

Extended Care Facilities

Federal Government Agencies

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Informatics for Advanced Nursing Roles

Quality and Safety in Advanced Nursing Roles

Organizational & System Leadership for Advanced Nursing Roles

Evidence-Based Practice: Synthesis and Translation

Policy, Politics, and Advocacy in Advanced Nursing Roles

Advanced Pharmacology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cape Girardeau, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

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General requirements

A baccalaureate degree with an upper division major in nursing from a program accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)

A minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale

Current licensure as a registered professional nurse that allows practice within the state of Missouri

A grade of 'B' or higher in a course in health assessment or demonstrated proficiency in health assessment which includes physical examination and history taking

A grade of 'B' or higher in an introductory course in statistics (graduate or undergraduate)

Current CPR (professional level) certification

Statement of academic goals and objectives for graduate study/advanced practice

Clinical experience as a registered nurse prior to admission is strongly recommended

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

13622 USD / year

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Out-of-State

7916 USD / year

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In-State

7916 USD / year

≈ 7916 USD / year

Additional Details

National and Local : 6,892.92 USD per year International: 12,430.62 USD per year

Living costs

Cape Girardeau

United States

800 - 1300 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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