MDE Eligibility & Admissions

We are excited to support your journey to a rewarding nursing profession with the Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MDE) program at the University of Rochester.

The School of Nursing uses a comprehensive, holistic review process during which each application receives individual consideration. We seek applicants who:

• clearly understand the role of the nurse,
• are motivated and prepared to pursue an intensive, full-time program of study,
• and are committed to upholding the values of the school and the profession.

Please note: At this time, the MDE program is pending certification by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) and cannot offer sponsorship for study in F-1 or J-1 status. If you hold US status in a different visa category, please confirm with your immigration sponsor that you may study full-time in the US before applying to this program.

Below, find details about how to successfully submit an application to the Master's Direct Entry (MDE) program to earn a Master of Science in Nursing degree.

Program Eligibility

To be eligible for the Master's Direct Entry (MDE) program, applicants must:

• have a bachelor’s degree in a field other than nursing from an accredited school
• have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 from the most recent relevant degree
• successfully complete the prerequisite course requirements before starting the program
• be proficient in the English language

Application Requirements

To submit a complete application, create an account to complete all sections of the online application. In addition, upload or submit required materials:

• Official transcripts from all schools attended
• Current resume or CV

As part of your application, you must also answer several questions (each with a 150-word limit). Learn more about how to complete the application and upload these materials.

Application Review Process

Once you complete your application, you may receive a follow-up email to participate in our interview process. We look forward to reviewing your application!

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