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Saginaw Valley State University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition USD 1,022 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 536 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Degree MSN
Duration 24 months
Deadline Mar, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Michigan, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Nursing at Saginaw Valley State University is a MSN programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 24 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 1,022 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 536 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
  6. Location: Michigan City, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Nursing programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:

  1. Healthcare Professional
  2. Clinical Researcher
  3. Health Policy Analyst
  4. Public Health Specialist
  5. Medical Writer
  6. Healthcare Manager

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Nursing Theory & Knowledge Development
  2. Healthcare Policy & Funding for ANP
  3. Nursing Leadership & Ethics
  4. Research in Advanced Nursing Practice
  5. Nursing Informatics & Quality Improvement
  6. Health Assessment & Genomics for ANP
  7. Epidemiology & Population Hlth in ANP

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s 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).

  • Completed application for graduate admission to the MSN program.
  • BSN and a cumulative GPA of 3.00 (based on a 4.00 scale) in all nursing and prerequisite coursework
  • College statistics course with a grade of C or higher equivalent to approved SVSU courses.
  • Required for FNP applicants only: College chemistry with grade of C or higher, 3 credit course, general, organic, or biochemistry.
  • Licensure to practice nursing in Michigan or eligible for Michigan license.
  • Resume which includes education, employment, scholarship, service, and professional involvement.
  • One page essay of academic and professional goals.
  • Two letters of recommendation, preferably from colleagues with a graduate degree in nursing. 
  • Personal Interview.
  • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 1,022 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 536 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 1,022 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; USD 536 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact Saginaw Valley 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 Saginaw Valley State University

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    Saginaw Valley State University

    Michigan, United States

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    University Profile
    • Application Deadline Mar, 2027
    • Start Date May, 2027
    • Language English
    • Duration 24 months