*Due to the nature of our hybrid (synchronous/asynchronous) program, with no on-campus courses, F-1 students are NOT eligible to join our MAN program. 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). Information below pertains to individuals that do NOT hold an F-1 but may have additional international transcripts.
APPLICATION
Start Your ApplicationBefore You Apply
- Attend an Information Session – The best way to learn more about our program is to attend an information session or one of our off-campus sessions held at local restaurants and places-of-interest around the Twin Cities. View our list of upcoming events and register for an information session. Another option is to schedule a one-on-one appointment with an admissions counselor to address your questions and learn more about the program details, including cost, schedule and time commitment.
- Request Information – Tell us more about your interests by completing our DNP Interest form. We’ll e-mail you more information and invite you to upcoming information sessions. All events are scheduled for Central Standard Time, plan accordingly based on your time zone.
Application Timeline
The online application opens September 1st of each year for Spring, Summer, and Fall of the following year with decisions on a rolling-basis. A completed application includes the online application form as well as all application materials (resume, personal statement, transcripts). Prospective students may submit an application while transcripts and recommendations are still pending, but the application will not be reviewed until all materials are received. Students may check the status of their application via their applicant portal.
Admission Requirements
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 of 3.0 or higher
Students must have completed a statistics course prior to enrolling in NUR 520: Research Methods in Nursing.
Application Components
All MAN applicants must complete and submit an admission file that includes:
- Completed online application form *no application fee
- Official transcripts from Bachelor’s Degree granting institution and any post-baccalaureate coursework completed. *Degrees obtained at a university outside the U.S. will likely require a foreign credential evaluation. See details below under the transcripts heading.
- Resume
- Active RN License
- Typed 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.
Certificate of Finances
In order to process your Form I-20, the following documents must be received:
- Completed Augsburg Certification of Finances form *document may be obtained by contacting Augsburg Admissions at nursinginfo@augsburg.edu
- Proof of funding as demonstrated by supporting financial documents (such as bank statements – current within three months; Government Support Letter; etc…)
- Copy of the first page your passport
Students with current F-1 status through another university in the United States: You will need to have your SEVIS record transferred from your current institution to Augsburg. The SEVIS Transfer form must be completed by you and your Designated School Official. You will need to present your Augsburg letter of admissions to the DSO when submitting your transfer request. This form may be returned to Augsburg by e-mail.
Transcripts
Applicants must submit an official transcript(s) from the regionally-accredited institution granting the Bachelor’s degree 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. 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.
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:
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- Analysis of credentials to determine if your degree is equivalent to an accredited U.S. bachelor’s degree.
- Course by course evaluation to show your complete course listing with credit values and grades received for each course.
- 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)
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Evaluations can be accepted from World Education Services, SpanTran Pathways – Augsburg University, Educational Credential Evaluators, 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. Most commonly utilized services are Parchment or National Clearinghouse. It is recommended to check your former institutions website for the direct link.
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.
Send application materials to
Graduate Admissions Office, CB 65
Augsburg University
2211 Riverside Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55454
admissiondocs@augsburg.edu