Nursing Programs
The Graduate Program in the Scott & White School of Nursing supports the missions of the School of Nursing and the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor through innovative teaching methods and the integration of practical experiences in both clinical and classroom teaching. The Master of Science in Nursing program builds on a foundation of undergraduate nursing education to prepare registered nurses for an advanced functional role that requires increased accountability, expertise, and leadership.
Mission
The mission of the Scott & White School of Nursing is to prepare competent and compassionate professional nurses who contribute to the health and welfare of individuals, families, and communities, practicing nursing based on Christ-centered values and principles, in diverse healthcare environments. The School of Nursing strives to prepare graduates to become leaders in the profession, to collaborate on interprofessional teams, to engage in life-long learning, and to serve their communities.
Graduate Nursing Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the curriculum, it is expected that graduates of the program will:
- Use informatics and technology to design and implement safe, effective, and efficient practice models based on evidenced-based rationales.
- Integrate professional, ethical, moral, legal and spiritual concepts to improve outcomes within a multi-cultural, global environment.
- Develop scholarly contributions to enhance the body of nursing knowledge.
- Evaluate nursing’s contributions to the improvement of healthcare policy and systems in a diverse global society.
- Formulate strategies to facilitate the education of individuals, families, communities, and aggregates/clinical populations within the multi-disciplinary health care team.
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program
Major Area of Study for MSN (track)
- Nurse Educator
- Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Nurse Educator graduates will complete 155 practicum hours in a variety of settings, to include patient care, hospital-based professional development, and academic nursing education.
FNP track graduates, and post-master’s certificate completers will have completed a minimum of 750 practicum hours and will be eligible to take the national certification exam for FNP, offered by American Nurses Credentialing Corporation (ANCC), or the American Association of Nurse Practitioners Certification Board (AANPCB).
Master of Science in Nursing
MSN-Nurse Educator:
Program Admissions Requirements
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred. Applicants with a cumulative GPA between 2.75 and 2.99 may be considered through a holistic review process, which includes an interview and submission of letters of reference.
- No GRE required.
- Unencumbered RN license from state where student resides and where practicum hours will be done.
- No expiration on coursework taken in the past, except Advanced Pharmacology which has a 5-year expiration.
- No expiration on statistics if an admission requirement.
- No essay, letters of recommendation, or interviews required, unless GPA less than 3.0.
- One (1) year of clinical work experience required prior to entering the practicum setting.
MSN-Family Nurse Practitioner
Program Admissions Requirements
- A minimum GPA of 3.0 is preferred. Applicants with a cumulative GPA between 2.75 and 2.99 may be considered through a holistic review process, which includes an interview and submission of letters of reference.
- No GRE required.
- Unencumbered RN license required from state where student resides and where clinical hours will be done.
- No expiration on coursework taken in the past, except Advanced Pharmacology which has a 5-year expiration.
- No expiration on statistics if an admission requirement.
- No essay, letters of recommendation, or interviews required, unless GPA less than 3.0.
- Two (2) Years of nursing employment experience in a clinical setting is required prior to entering the practicum setting.