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Admission Snapshot
Typical admitted student: Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or associate degree in nursing (ADN) with active RN licensure. The program typically requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, though specific GRE requirements vary by specialization and pathway.
About This Program
Vanderbilt’s MSN programs combine academic rigor with real-world clinical training through flexible hybrid formats and nationally recognized faculty.
Career Outcomes
Graduates pursue elite clinical and leadership roles across diverse healthcare systems.
- 1. Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
- 2. Adult-Gerontology Nurse Practitioner
- 3. Nursing Leader/Healthcare Administrator
- 4. Nursing Informatics Specialist
What You'll Learn
- Assess complex patient presentations and develop individualized advanced nursing interventions across acute and primary care settings
- Apply evidence-based research and quality improvement methodologies to enhance healthcare outcomes and patient safety
- Demonstrate clinical competency in specialty areas such as family, adult-gerontology, pediatric, psychiatric-mental health, or emergency nursing practice
- Lead interdisciplinary healthcare teams and implement healthcare informatics solutions to advance nursing practice and organizational excellence
Curriculum Highlights
MSN core curriculum, specialty NP or leadership tracks, clinical residencies, and applied capstone projects.
Top Employers
Top employers include major hospital systems such as Vanderbilt University Medical Center, HCA Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente, and Cleveland Clinic, as well as primary care practices and federal healthcare agencies.
Admissions
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) or associate degree in nursing (ADN) with active RN licensure. The program typically requires a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0, though specific GRE requirements vary by specialization and pathway.
Application Materials
- Statement of Purpose: Required
- Letters of Recommendation: 2–3
- Resume: Required
- Official Transcripts: Required
- Proof of Active RN License: Required
Academic Requirements
- Degree Required: Bachelor's degree with RN licensure
- GRE/GMAT: Not required for admission
- TOEFL/IELTS: Required for international students (TOEFL 80+ / IELTS 6.5+)
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