Nursing (NURS) Application Requirements

Applicants must submit, directly to the Marquette University Graduate School:

1. A completed online application form and $50 application fee.
2. Official transcripts from all current and previous colleges/universities except Marquette.
3. (For master's and D.N.P. applicants only) three completed recommendation forms prepared by previous or present employers and teachers familiar with graduate education in nursing.
4. (For Ph.D. applicants only) three Ph.D. letters of recommendation.
5. (For master's and D.N.P. applicants only) GRE scores (General Test only). Waived if undergraduate GPA is 3.200 or above. Waived for applicants who have a master's degree and the master's GPA is 3.200 or above.
6. (For Ph.D. applicants only) GRE scores (General Test only). Waived if applicant is Marquette M.S.N. graduate with GPA of 3.700 or above.
7. A resume and written statement of professional goals, including reasons for pursuing graduate study. For Ph.D. applicants, a curriculum vitae and objectives/career intentions, including research interests.
8. (For Ph.D. applicants only) sample of scholarly writing.
9. (For international applicants only) a TOEFL score or other acceptable proof of English proficiency.

* An interview is required for applicants to the advanced practice nursing specializations in acute care nurse practitioner, nurse-midwifery, and pediatrics.

* With the exception of Second Degree Direct Entry M.S.N. applicants, an applicant must be registered in the United States as a professional nurse. Graduates of nursing schools in foreign countries must successfully complete the examination administered by the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools and must be licensed in Wisconsin.

* Upon acceptance to the graduate program, students must complete and submit the Graduate Student Health Status Report form, information on CPR certification, and the criminal background check form, along with evidence of professional licensure and HIPPA training to the Office for Graduate Nursing Programs in the College of Nursing. Results of a T.B. skin test must be provided annually. The information is required for participation in the practica experiences and progression within the program.

* Acute care nurse practitioner students must demonstrate evidence of current Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification and have experience working with acutely ill adults before commencing with the first clinical practicum course.