Application Requirements
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate School. Applicants for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) will be considered on a competitive basis.
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate School. Applicants for the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) will be considered on a competitive basis.
The following are requirements for admission:
1. For regular admission, a grade point average of at least 3.0 overall (based on a 4.0 grading scale) or 3.0 for the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate work is required.
2. Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
3. Current unencumbered RN licensure in the United States. Click Here to view the states from which the College of Nursing accepts applications for admission.
4. Final admission is contingent upon drug and background screen results deemed acceptable by appropriate University officials.
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the University of Alabama Graduate School.
Applicants for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) will be considered on a competitive basis.
The following are requirements for admission:
1. Reside and hold a current unencumbered RN licensure in a state approved for admission. Click Here to view the states from which the College of Nursing accepts applications for admission.
2. Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
3. For regular admission, a grade point average of at least 3.0 overall (based on a 4.0 grading scale) or 3.0 for the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate work are required.
4. Final admission is contingent upon drug and background screen results that are deemed acceptable by appropriate University officials.
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the University of Alabama Graduate School.
Applicants for the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) will be considered on a competitive basis.
The following are requirements for admission:
1. Reside and hold a current unencumbered RN licensure in a state approved for admission. Click Here to view the states from which the College of Nursing accepts applications for admission.
2. Master’s degree in nursing from a CCNE or NLN accredited school of nursing or a Master’s degree in another relevant field. Those with Master’s in a field other than Nursing may be required to complete additional courses.
3. A 3.0 grade point average, based on a 4.0 system in a completed graduate degree.
4. Final admission is contingent upon drug and background screen results that are deemed acceptable by appropriate University officials.
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate School. Applicants for the nurse practitioner post-graduate certificate will be considered on a competitive basis. Nurses who are interested in the nurse practitioner post-graduate are encouraged to contact the Capstone College of Nursing (CCN) Coordinator of Graduate Student Services.
The following are requirements for admission:
1. Master’s degree in nursing from an accredited graduate program in nursing or a master’s degree in a health-related field with a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited program.
2. For regular admission, a grade point average of at least 3.0 overall (based on a 4.0 grading scale) or 3.0 for the graduate work is required.
3. Current unencumbered RN licensure in the United States. Click Here to view the states from which the College of Nursing accepts applications for admission.
4. Must have completed Advanced Pharmacology, Advanced Pathophysiology and Advanced Health Assessment within 5 years. (If these courses are needed they can be worked into the applicants plan of study).
5. Final admission is contingent upon drug and background screen results that are deemed acceptable by appropriate University officials.
Admission requirements are consistent with those of the Graduate School. Applicants for the MEPN will be considered on a competitive basis.
Applicants are encouraged to contact the Capstone College of Nursing (CCN) Coordinator of Graduate Student Services.
The following are requirements for admission:
1. For regular admission, a grade point average of at least 3.0 overall (based on a 4.0 grading scale) or 3.0 for the last 60 semester hours of undergraduate work is required.
2. Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school.
3. Final admission is contingent upon drug and background screen results deemed acceptable by appropriate University officials.
Prerequisites for the MEPN Program
• Human Anatomy & Physiology with Lab I & II
• Biology with Lab (or Chemistry with Lab)
• Microbiology with lab
• Statistics
• Human Growth and Development
Graduate Application Process
Application Process
Additionally, we may require the following:
English proficiency exam score – Whether an international or a permanent resident. if your first language is not English, you must submit an official score report from one of the following proficiency examinations: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or Person Test of English (PTE). Please refer to the Graduate Catalog for further information.
Upon admission you will receive written notification of admission from the Dean of the Graduate School. You will also receive an email from Associate Dean of Graduate Programs at CCN Outlining requirements for entry.
Degree Requirements
Upon admission you will receive written notification of admission from the Dean of the Graduate The MSN with Nurse Executive concentration will be awarded to the student who has met the following requirements:
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Good Standing at the time of graduation
- Successful completion of the required coursework
- Participate in virtual orientation
The MSN with Nurse Practitioner concentration will be awarded to the student who has met the following requirements:
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Good Standing at the time of graduation
- Successful completion of the required coursework
- Participate in a virtual orientation
- Participate in-person the clinical intensive and during the NP IV clinical course for the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
The MSN with Nurse Educator concentration will be awarded to the student who has met the following requirements:
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Good Standing at the time of graduation
- Successful completion of the required coursework
- Participate in virtual orientation
The Doctor of Nursing Practice will be awarded to the student who has met the following requirements:
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Good standing at the time of graduation
- Successful completion of the DNP project
- Successful completion of the required coursework and DNP project hours
- Recorded participation in virtual DNP orientation
- Attendance at one (1) DNP Intensive during the DNP Project Immersion courses (NUR 796-798 taken the last three semester of the program)
- BSN to DNP students with a Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health or Dual NP focus are required to attend the on-campus orientation for NPs
- BSN to DNP students are required to attend the virtual NP Clinical Intensive during the concentration unique clinical courses
The post-graduate certificate will be awarded to the student who has met the following requirements:
- GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Good Standing at the time of graduation
- Successful completion of the required coursework
- Participate in a virtual orientation
- Participate in-person the clinical intensive and during the NP IV clinical course for the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)
Scholarship/Financial Aid
To apply for a graduate scholarship, please complete the application. Scholarships are awarded for fall and spring semesters. The scholarship application will open in September and close May 1st each year.
Follow the steps below to apply:
1. Log into myBama.
2. Select the Admission & Scholarships page.
3. Under “All Graduate/Undergraduate Students,” click “Alabama Scholarship Award Manager.”
4. Thoroughly read all instructions.
5. Complete and submit any available applications and complete the recommended opportunities if applicable.
The first step in securing scholarships is completing a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
A variety of programs are available for graduate students such as scholarships, federal student loans, grants, and traineeships.
You may contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for assistance.
The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) also offers scholarships and loans for nursing education.
At various times, the Alabama Board of Nursing offers scholarships.
UA Online offers scholarships that are specifically available to distance students.
Scholarships available from the Capstone College of Nursing are administered through the Graduate Programs Office.
An extensive listing of graduate nursing scholarships can be found on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing website.
Accepts applications for the Pursuit of Excellence in Nursing Scholarship each year, for more information visit Doctor of Nursing Practice DNP ORG
Mandatory Orientation
Participation in the virtual orientation is mandatory to begin the program.
Family Nurse Practitioner – August 20, 2025 – 10:00am CSST – 12:00pm CST
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – August 20, 2025 – 2:00pm CST – 3:00pm CST
Nurse Educator – August 20, 2025 – 3:00pm CST – 4:00pm CST
Nurse Executive – August 20, 2025 – 6:00pm CST – 7:00pm CST
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – August 20, 2025 – 1:00pm CST – 2pm CST
Family Nurse Practitioner – January 8, 2026 – 10:00am CSST – 12:00pm CST
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner – January 7, 2026 – 2:00pm CST – 3:00pm CST
Nurse Educator – January 7, 2026 – 3:00pm CST – 4:00pm CST
Nurse Executive – January 7, 2026 – 6:00pm CST – 7:00pm CST
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – January 7, 2026 – 1:00pm CST – 2pm CST