Admissions

Admission to the Post-Master Certificate in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program is considered on a competitive basis for prospective students who are registered nurses and hold a baccalaureate degree in nursing. It is also considered on a competitive basis for prospective students who are already advanced practice nurses and hold a Masters degree in nursing.

Applications will be received through the Midwestern University website. The University Admission Team will review each application for completeness and refer complete applications to the Graduate Nursing Program Admission Committee for review.

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to the Post-Master of Science in Nursing Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Program, applicants must submit the following documented evidence:

1. Completion of a baccalaureate degree in nursing granted by a regionally accredited college or university.
2. Current and unencumbered license to practice as a registered nurse in at least one legal jurisdiction in the United States and its territories.
3. Submission of current resume or curriculum vitae (CV) to highlight current clinical, educational, or administrative practice related to nursing that can serve to facilitate the successful completion of an advanced nursing degree.
4. A cumulative undergraduate grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
5. Submission of a personal response in one page or less to "Why am I pursuing this degree?"

Additional Admission Requirements for the Post-Masters Certificate Track:

1. Graduation from a regionally accredited Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree program.
2. Current and unencumbered license to practice as an advanced practice nurse in at least one legal jurisdiction in the United States and its territories.
3. National certification through the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB) or the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

Please be advised that applications are due no later than July 31st (early submissions are encouraged) through the Midwestern University website. 

Questions related to the Midwestern University Admissions Portal can be directed to the office of admissions (888/247-9277 or 623/572-3215; admissaz@midwestern.edu) and general admissions questions can be directed to the Program Director (Dr. Love: plove@midwestern.edu).

Please note: The receipt of the application materials and the status of the file can be tracked on the University's website. Upon receipt of the application, the Office of Admissions will send instructions for accessing account information. Applicants are responsible for notifying the Office of Admissions, at the above address, of any changes in mailing address and/or e-mail address.

All requests for withdrawal of an application must be submitted in writing, via e-mail, fax, or letter, to the Office of Admissions.

Selection Process

The Post-MSN certificate track at Midwestern University uses a rolling admissions process. Completed applications are reviewed and decisions to admit candidates are made at regular intervals during the admission cycle until the class is filled. The admissions committee reviews all completed applications to the Post-MSN certificate track and then formulates and submits a recommendation to the Dean for final approval. The Dean, via the Office of Admissions, notifies applicants in writing of admission decisions. Applicants are required to submit their applications by July 31st. Applicants are notified of their selection status no later than two weeks after their file has been completed.

Reapplication Process

After receiving either a denial or the end-of-cycle letter, prospective students may reapply for the following year's admissions cycle. Before reapplying, however, applicants are encouraged to seek input on strengthening their application from a counselor in the Office of Admissions after the admissions cycle is officially over. To initiate the reapplication process, prospective students must complete and submit new applications and proceed through the standard application procedures.

Transfer Policy

Please note that transfer students/credits are not accepted into the Post-Masters Certificate Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Track.