Admission Process | MSN—Direct Entry

Applications and credentials for admission to the Master of Science in Nursing—Direct Entry program must be submitted for processing to the Carroll University Office of Admission.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the year and as decisions are made on applications, applicants are notified through the Office of Admission. Each Fall, we start a cohort of 24 students. Early application is encouraged. 

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Application Opens Each September 1st for the Following Fall Start

STEP 1: Submit the Graduate Studies Application

​STEP 2: Complete and submit the following within the application status portal after submission of your application:

1. Personal Statement - Define your goals and objectives for the pursuit of graduate studies. 
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Two Professional References - Suggested authors include work supervisors, professional colleagues, or faculty. A submission link will be sent to your reference once you enter contact information within your application.
4. Technical and Progression Standards Form - Found within the application status portal
5. Official Post-Secondary Transcripts - From all institutions attended
   • Official transcripts must be sent from the institution to gradinfo@carrollu.edu or mailed to:

• Undergraduate degree from an accredited institution in any degree other than nursing

• Cumulative GPA or 3.0 or higher
• Pre-Professional GPA of 3.0 or higher

• Anatomy & Physiology I w/lab (3-4 credits)
• Anatomy & Physiology II w/lab (3-4 credits)
• General Chemistry w/lab (3-4 credits)
• Microbiology (3-4 credits)
• Lifespan or Developmental Psychology (3-4 credits)

For questions regarding the application process contact:

Dave Buehler
Director of Graduate Admission
Phone: 262.524.7359
Text: 262.299.8180
Email: gradinfo@carrollu.edu