Program Overview
The Nursing (Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) at Kent State University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Nursing (Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 19,362 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Kent, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing (Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner) programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Advanced Assessment Across the Lifespan
- Advanced Assessment Across the Lifespan Laboratory for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Role
- Clinical Diagnostics for Advanced Practice Nurses
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Applicants to the master\'s program must have:
- An active, unrestricted RN license in the state in which practice will be completed. Proof of the appropriate licensure must be obtained within the first semester of the student\'s program or prior to beginning practicum hours, whichever comes first
- A baccalaureate and/or graduate degree from an accredited registered nursing program. An RN with a bachelor\'s degree in a non-nursing field will be considered based on review of a portfolio submitted with the application
- A minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 point scale
- The successful completion of an undergraduate level statistics course
- Professional experience in nursing as evidenced by: a resume or curriculum vitae and a pre-admission interview
- Three letters of reference from a health care professional or academic faculty who can speak to the applicant\'s professional and academic abilities; and completion of an admissions essay, describing professional goals and reasons for seeking the master\'s degree in the identified specialty
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 19,362 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 19,362 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 11,090 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kent State University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Kent State University
Kent State University
Kent, United States
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