BSN or MSN from a CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN, formerly NLNAC/National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission) accredited nursing program
GPA - 3.25 cumulative in BSN or MSN
Undergraduate degree from an international university outside the U.S. or English is second language submit appropriate TOFEL scores (policy established by the Graduate School)
Three professional references
Written goal statement
Resume highlighting past education, relevant clinical experience, scholarly endeavors and professional service (BSN to DNP students must document one year of full time experience as a registered nurse prior to enrolling in a clinical course)
Professional license
MSN - current and unencumbered RN and APN license (if applicable) in the state residence in which clinical experiences will be completed.
BSN - current and unencumbered RN license in Kentucky or compact state
Official transcripts demonstrating completion of bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university & certified English translation
English proficiency requirements (one of the following):
TOEFL, IBT – 79
IELTS – 6.5