Ready to begin your nursing journey? The University of Rochester School of Nursing's Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MDE) program offers an innovative path to RN licensure plus master's-level preparation—designed specifically for college graduates with non-nursing bachelor's degrees.
Program Length
16 months
Earn RN licensure and a Master of Science in Nursing degree in 4 semesters
Program Format
Full-time, on-site
Complete in-person and online coursework, with on-campus clinicals and labsApplication Deadline
July 1
Apply for Spring 2026 program start