Program Overview
The Nursing at Hofstra University is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 months, 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 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
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Hempstead, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Nursing 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
- Pathophysiology Across the Life Span
- Advanced Gerontological Care
- Information Technology and Health Literacy Seminar
- Advanced Health Assessment Across the Life Span
- Advanced Pharmacology and Pharmacotherapeutics Across the Lifespan
- Information Technology and Health Literacy Seminar
- Advanced Adult-Gerontology in Acute Care
- Research Methods and Design
- Leadership and Role Transition
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).
- BS in Nursing from a CCNE- or ACEN-accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale for baccalaureate nursing degree and subsequent graduate work.
- An unencumbered New York state RN license.
- Nursing clinical experience: minimum of two (2) years critical care experience.
- Verification of a basic health assessment course.
- Verification of a statistics course.
- AHA Certification: current copy of ACLS certification.
- A resume that includes relevant work experiences (including dates of employment by month and year), examples of leadership and commitment to the profession of nursing, and memberships in professional nursing organizations.
- Three letters of recommendation submitted through the online recommendation form, accessible through the online application. Letters can be from the following sources, attesting to the applicant\xc2\x92s capacity and potential for master\xc2\x92s study:
- The director or a faculty member from the most recent academic program attended (if applicant has been a nursing student in the last 5 years);
- A recent employer; and,
- A person who can speak to the applicant\xc2\x92s professional work.
- A pre-admission interview.
- Essays, one of which to be written on-site following interview.
- Comprehensive background check.
- Student Health Requirements: Proof of physical examination within one year of application, student NP liability insurance and health insurance, current immunizations for MMR, Chickenpox, Hepatitis B, Diphtheria, Tetanus, and Pertussis.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hofstra 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 Hofstra University
Hofstra University
Hempstead, United States
Hofstra University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 36 months
