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901-448-6125

Ron Patterson
Student Affairs - Assistant Deanrpatte10@utmem.edu Janet Wood
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DNP Admission Requirements

Overview

Minimum Admission Requirements

All MSN Programs

1. Application Process

  • Two parts:
  • Web-based componentwww.utmem.edu/nursing then Apply Online Now
  • Paper-packet component … Idea: Applicant collects all paper application materials, including transcripts, copies of licenses, etc., and sends all documents in one packet to

UTHSC Office of Enrollment Services

910 Madison Avenue, Suite 525

Memphis , TN 38163

 

 

 

 


2. Official Transcripts

  • “Official” transcripts from every college/university you have attended must be collected by you …
  • Official transcripts must be submitted to Enrollment Services as part of “Paper-packet component

 


3. Grade Point Average*

  • Only applicants with cumulative GPA ≥ 3.0 based on all collegiate work or cumulative GPA ≥ 3.2 earned during applicant’s most recently completed degree program will be considered for admission.
  • GPA calculation for most recently completed degree will be based only grades earned at degree-granting institution.
  • Applicants may submit additional documents to demonstrate professional scholarship and leadership abilities that could make them more competitive.

 

3.0 cumulative

 

or

 

3.2 on most recently completed degree


4. RN License

  • Copy of currently-held, unencumbered TN RN license, or currently-held unencumbered authority-to-practice as RN via multi-state licensure compact, or RN license from another state, if all clinical work during academic program will take place in that state
  • Copy of RN license to be submitted to Enrollment Services as part of “Paper-packet component

 

 


5. Recommendation Forms

  • Applicant must provide names and email addresses of three references
  • Recommendation Forms will be emailed to references when your application is submitted
  • References asked to complete and submit “Recommendation Forms” online to Enrollment Services
  • One Rec Form should be completed by faculty member who can address your academic ability

 

3

 


6. Certifications

  • In CPR or Advanced Life Support prior to UTHSC enrollment …
  • and maintained throughout UTHSC enrollment
  • Copy of certification submitted in “Paper-packet component

 

* Neonatal DNP also requires PALS


7. Laptop Required & Essential Computer Skills

  • Must own a web-connected laptop
  • Computer/web-based literacy skills expected

 


8. Professional Goals Essay

  • Essay describing professional goals, etc.
  • Must be submitted online as part of “Web-based component” of application process

3-5 pages

(2-3 pages min.)


9. If Native Tongue not English (minimum TOEFL scores required)

  • Evidence of English proficiency is mandatory part of application process
  • Official minimum TOEFL Score earned within 2 years prior to application to College of Nursing
  • Official scores must be submitted as part of “Paper-packet component

Three versions of TOEFL: * Paper-based Test, ** Computer-based, *** Internet/web-based

 

550*

213**

80***


10. Experience Requirements

  • This issue is directly related to your background and the DNP option you are interested in pursuing.
  • For example, if you already have an NP license (e.g., FNP) and are interested in earning a DNP in the same area (i.e., family), no prior experience is required.

Vary from
option to option;

Applicant should check with option coordinator in option area of interest


11. Other Criteria

  • On-campus interview required part of admission process
  • Successful background check must be completed prior to enrollment (to be completed after acceptance)

 

Note


ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR ALL PROGRAMS MUST BE SUBMITTED:

(1) IN TWO PARTS: ONLINE AND IN PACKET and (2) ON OR BEFORE THE APPLICATION DEADLINE.

 

Full application instructions: www.utmem.edu/nursing ... then Future Students then Application 101

 

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