GSN, Admissions, FAQ

GENERAL 

WHO CAN APPLY TO THE USU GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NURSING?

Uniformed personnel with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing may apply to the MSN,  DNP, and  PhD programs. Acceptance is contingent upon approval of the sponsoring agency or service. In order to be accepted, applicants must be active-duty officers in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Public Health Service.  Nurses from the uniformed services have priority for admission. Nurses employed in federal agencies are also eligible for admissions on a space-available basis.

CAN I TRANSFER CREDITS TO THE USU GRADUATE SCHOOL OF NURSING?

Yes, a maximum of 6 credits may be transferred into the DNP program and up to 12 graduate level credits will be considered in the PhD program assuming two conditions are met: 1) a grade of B or higher was achieved in the course being considered for transfer credit and 2) the Program Director has reviewed the course syllabus/description and authorized/approved the credit. Read more about the transfer credit requirements and process on the USU Registrar’s Transfer Credit page.

CAN I SAVE MY PROGRESS AND COME BACK TO THE APPLICATION LATER?

Yes, you can save your progress and return to your application later. However, we recommend that you submit the online application as soon as all required fields are completed.

CAN I SUBMIT MY APPLICATION EVEN IF I AM MISSING SOME REQUIRED DOCUMENTS?

Yes, we strongly recommend you submit your application as soon as all required form fields are complete, even if you're still gathering a few supporting documents. We understand that gathering all materials can take time, and we don't want you to delay your application. While we require all documents for a complete review, submitting your application with the required fields initiates the process and establishes your application status. Once you submit, your application will be marked as "Submitted" and will enter our initial review phase. Send missing documents to UniversityAdmissions@usuhs.edu. An admissions representative will track your application and send reminder emails listing the outstanding documents. A final determination will be made only after all required documents are received by the deadline.

BEYOND MEETING THE BASIC REQUIRMENTS, HOW CAN I STRENGTHEN MY APPLICATION TO BE COMPETITIVE?

While meeting minimum requirements is essential, it's just the starting point. To truly stand out, aim to surpass those standards by highlighting exceptional skills, relevant experience, and securing strong recommendations. Consult the program's admissions requirements for specific 'recommended' and 'preferred' actions, which will guide you in strengthening your application. While this doesn't guarantee acceptance, it significantly enhances your candidacy.

WHAT IS CAMPUS LIFE LIKE AT THE UNIFORMED SERVICES UNIVERSITY?

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HOW MUCH IS THE TUITION?

There are no tuition costs or fees for DoD employees.  For non-DoD Federal employees please contact individual program directors for further details. All students incur some type of obligated service according to the requirements of their sponsoring organization.

I'M A RESERVIST - CAN I APPLY?

No. If you are a reservist and want to attend USU/GSN, you would need to transition to Active Duty, and apply for a seat via one of the service’s educational program pathways (Army = LTHET, Navy = DUINS, Air Force = AFIT)

WHEN ARE THE APPLICATION DEADLINES?

The application deadline is August 1st for all branches of service.