Augsburg University Master of Arts in Nursing encourages qualified applicants from other countries to apply to our graduate programs. An F-1 student is a nonimmigrant who is pursuing a “full course of study” to achieve a specific educational or professional objective, at an academic institution in the United States that has been designated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to offer courses of study to such students, and has been enrolled in SEVIS (the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System).
APPLICATION
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Qualified applicants must have:
- Bachelors of Science/Arts in Nursing (or ADN or AAN in Nursing AND Bachelors in other discipline)
- A current, unencumbered nursing license
- Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
APPLICATION PROCESS
On-line Application
Complete the online application (see above) for the term in which you would like to begin the program. The application fee is waived for those who apply online.
Essay
Submit a 2-page double space, typed statement describing professional and educational goals. The essay can be uploaded with the application or emailed as an attachment to nursinginfo@augsburg.edu. Please note you can submit the application prior to completing your essay.
Resume
A current resume of your work experience
Transcripts
Official transcript(s) from each degree-granting institution and the most recently attended institution, if not the same.
- Military veterans are required to submit all official transcripts from previously attended institutions to qualify for military benefits.
- In the case where prerequisite requirements exist or transfer credits or waivers are sought, official transcripts are required from institutions at which the prerequisites or equivalents were completed.
- The Program Director may ask for additional transcripts if determined to be necessary.
Augsburg University uses Scrip-Safe, Docufide/Parchment as official transfer services. Please send documents to admissiondocs@augsburg.edu or by mail:
Graduate Admissions Office, CB 65
Augsburg University
2211 Riverside Ave.
Minneapolis, MN 55454
RN License
Upload valid RN license to the application.
Recommendations:
Two letters of reference from individuals that can give an assessment of your professional and/or academic abilities. When applying online, you will be asked to provide the names and email addresses of three recommenders. Our online application system will then send an email to each recommender with instructions on how to submit a recommendation. Recommenders upload a letter in support of the applicant. Recommenders do have the option to email the letter of recommendation directly to nursinginfo@augsburg.edu.
International Transcript Evaluations
Augsburg requires an evaluation of credentials for any transcript(s) from an institution outside of the United States.
This evaluation should include the following:
- Analysis of credentials to determine if your degree is equivalent to an accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree and masters degree in nursing.
- Calculation of grade point average to demonstrate your cumulative grade point average using the standard U.S. grading system, i.e., A=4.0, B=3.0, C=2.0, D=1.0, F=0.0.
- Translation to English (if applicable)
Evaluations can be accepted from World Education Services or any NACES accredited organization. Learn more about NACES and find a list of accredited evaluators at NACES.org
United States Transcripts
If you attended university in the United States, you will need to submit an official transcript from each college/university you attended. If prompted by your institution to provide an e-mail address to which e-transcripts can be sent, please send to admissiondocs@augsburg.edu. Transcripts sent via mail should be sent to: Graduate Admissions, 2211 Riverside Ave, Campus Box 65. Minneapolis, MN 55454.
English Language Proficiency
To meet Augsburg University admission requirements, applicants must provide evidence of a sufficient command of both written and spoken English to study graduate level coursework conducted entirely in English. The following is a list of the tests and programs Augsburg University accepts as evidence for English proficiency.
- TOEFL: Minimum score of 80 on the Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) with a sub score of 20 on the written and 20 on the speaking sections.
- TOEFL Essentials: Minimum score of 8.5
- IELTS: Minimum score of score report of 6.5.
- Duolingo English Test: 105 (For tests taken on or after July 15, 2019)
- Successful completion of a previous undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited college or university in the US, the United Kingdom, Ireland, English-speaking Canada, New Zealand or Australia
In addition to the requirements noted above, applicants who have graduated from a foreign nursing program may request the Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) (www.cgfns.org) to forward their educational credentials report to the Minnesota State Board of Nursing. Once their credentials are verified, applicants must apply for licensure and demonstrate successful passing of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
Nurses who have previously submitted CGFNS credential verification in a state other than Minnesota, who have passed the NCLEX, will be considered for admission and must meet the same residency requirements expected of all students.
Items can be attached to the application or sent directly to nursinginfo@augsburg.edu.