Applications and deadlines are available on the School of Nursing website at http://nursing.iupui.edu/. Students who re-enroll must adhere to the policies and curriculum of the School of Nursing in effect at the time of re-enrollment.
Special Credit Courses
Upon receipt of the CTR, the student must contact the Nursing Academic Advisor at that campus, who will review the CTR, identify the assignments to be completed, and explain the process for achieving advanced standing with credit. It is highly recommended that students complete their general education requirements before enrolling in nursing courses within the RN-BSN program.
Program Requirements & Sample Curriculum Plan
Residency Requirements
Admission
Graduate Programs
Center for Academic Affairs
An advisor from the Indiana University School of Nursing Center for Academic Affairs is available to assist students. Opportunities to learn more about the Indiana University School of Nursing and Indiana University itself.
Graduate Admissions
New students in the School of Nursing will receive orientation materials in the mail before the start of the semester. To motivate student involvement in opportunities presented through the Indiana University Graduate School, Indiana University School of Nursing, and Indiana University support services.
How to Apply
S.N. Admissions
International applicants must submit proof of passing the Council of Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) qualifying examination before coming to Indiana University. Submit proof of passing the Council of Graduate of Foreign Nursing Schools (CGFNS) qualifying exam before coming to Indiana University.
PhD Admissions
The mobility option allows registered nurses to obtain a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree without the award of the baccalaureate degree in nursing. Postponement may be granted upon written request, subject to adjustment of the admission status to the requirements of the new registration period.
DNP Admissions
Three references, including one from a nursing faculty member who has knowledge of the applicant's academic skills from undergraduate or graduate work. If you need help choosing faculty members with similar interests, please contact the Graduate Advisor for Doctoral Programs. The PhD Admissions Committee makes decisions and nominates the best candidates for the IU Graduate School.
Awards & Scholarships
Letter from a graduate nursing faculty member with direct dissertation approval who has agreed to be a research mentor because they share an area of research interest with you (letter template should be used). For a list of IUSON faculty members and their research areas http://nursing.iupui.edu/. Request a letter of support from one of these people whose research area most closely matches your own research area.
Nursing Informatics
Students will be required to obtain a final overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher to be awarded the certificate. The number of credit hours earned prior to admission to the certificate program that may count toward degree completion. There is no limit to the number of graduate courses that may be taken prior to admission to the certificate program, provided that all course work is completed within a four-year period.
Teaching in Nursing
These students must indicate their participation in the course and also submit a declaration of interests. The maximum time for completing the program is four years, with no significant breaks (i.e. more than two semesters) between courses. This field and the underlying technology are changing too quickly to allow for longer breaks.) Most students participating in this program will be part-time students with full-time jobs. Thus, four years may be required to complete all courses if students take one course per semester.
Certificate Programs
If a student is able to document appropriate graduate course work at another institution, the student may request a transfer of a maximum of 3 credits.
Contact Information
Degree Programs
Students already admitted to the Indiana University or Purdue University graduate program are automatically eligible to earn a certificate. Teaching Nursing Graduate Certificate For information about these programs of study, write Graduate Programs, Indiana University School of Nursing, 1111 Middle Drive, NU 122, Indianapolis, IN or call or visit www.nursing.iupui.edu. Selected courses for all programs are offered through Internet-based technologies that support student access.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Students who fail a non-clinical course will be placed on academic probation and monitored by MSN AFP. Students who fail a clinical course or more than one course (clinical and/or didactic) within the same semester will be removed from the course. Students who do not complete all degree requirements within a period of six years after initial enrollment will be excluded.
Master of Science in Nursing
Nursing study/dissertation option. Three credit hours of nursing study or 6 credit hours of thesis work. Achieve a 3.0 grade point average by the time the student has completed 42 credit hours of coursework as required by the major department. MSN to PhD may use up to 30 credit hours from their Master of Science in Nursing coursework.
PhD in Nursing Science Program
This focus area includes the prevention and early detection of disabilities across the continuum of care and improving the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. Improving quality of life in persons with chronic diseases, including epilepsy, stroke and kidney disease. Health systems work to create structures and resources that enable individuals and communities to achieve optimal health.
Financial Information
University Support
IUPUI Educational Opportunity Fellowships These fellowships are awarded to encourage graduate students enrolled for a minimum of 6 credit hours per semester and who come from disadvantaged backgrounds to participate in graduate studies. Educational Opportunity Fellowships http://www.iupui.edu/~gradoff/students/, which average $500 to $1,500 per year, are awarded based on financial need and academic ability.
Student Learning Outcomes
Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N)
Doctorate Programs
Graduate Certificates
Position within the Educational Environment Certificate Program in Nursing Informatics The purpose of the Certificate in Nursing Informatics is to prepare graduates with knowledge and skills to improve patient care, promote consumer health, utilize nursing research, and provide education. Integrate principles of computer science, information science, cognitive and decision sciences, and nursing within automated decision support systems. Develop policies to ensure access to health information and to ensure the safety, accessibility and quality of information.
Centers & Institutes
Synthesize knowledge of systems design, selection, implementation and evaluation of information systems for nursing delivery, including human factors and organizational change management.
Student Organizations
Honor Society of Nursing
Student Nurses Association
Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc
Minority Nursing Student Organization (MNSO)
President’s Council
Pi Lambda Theta
Graduate Nursing Student Organization
IU School of Nursing Committees
Academic Policies &
Procedures
Nursing students must be able to send and receive email and add and retrieve attachments. They must be able to search for and access healthcare-related materials online and return to those sites later using saved URLs. You should be able to distinguish between scholarly and popular sources of information online and evaluate sources for overall reliability and credibility.
Graduate and Professional Policies
Students must be able to use Microsoft Word and PowerPoint competently to create and appropriately format written assignments and basic presentations. Before enrolling in nursing courses, faculty expect nursing students to be able to use computers well enough to log on to the Internet to access class content. Students must also be able to log into an email account to communicate with other students and faculty and use a word processing program.
Professional/Technical Standards
Academic policies for the master's programs in the School of Nursing. The following policies apply only to students admitted to the School of Nursing.). The nurse participates in the promotion of the profession through contributions to practice, education, administration and knowledge development. The student must, in accordance with the Professional Expectations Document, demonstrate responsibility and accountability for actions as a student at the School of Nursing and as a professional nurse in development.
Undergraduate Policies
The nurse interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers and other health personnel as colleagues. The nurse collaborates with the patient, family and other health care providers to provide patient care. Essential communication skills that include: ability to communicate effectively with fellow students, faculty, patients and families, and all members of the healthcare team.
Special Expenses
Grade Replacement, Forgiveness, Repeating Courses, Auditing
Good Standing
Academic Probation
A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) has been earned for the required completed didactic courses, and a grade of “S” has been earned for the required completed practicum/clinical courses.
Advanced Placement in the BSN Program
Orientation
Seven-Year Limit
Practicum/Clinical Absence Policy
Course Grade Appeals
Eligibility for Licensure
Transfer
Intra-core campus transfer requests are assessed individually based on the student's academic record, availability of space in required courses, faculty and facility resources to meet the student's needs, and program outcomes and competencies. Transfer from Other Universities or Colleges Students must be in good academic standing to be eligible to transfer as a nursing or nursing student. Students should consult with an academic advisor at their current university or college before submitting a transfer request.
Academic Progression
Essential Support Services
Lifelong Learning/Continuing Education Program
Center for Research & Scholarship
Development Office
School of Nursing Alumni Association
The IU School of Nursing Alumni Association is led by a Board of Trustees that currently consists of 20 alumni members representing all levels of education offered by the school. In addition to professional, educational and social opportunities, the Alumni Association annually presents awards to students and graduates for outstanding achievements in school, profession and community. It also publishes, in conjunction with the School of Nursing, Pulse of Indiana Nursing, a quarterly magazine featuring current school and alumni news and related alumni activities.
Nursing Current Faculty
Reising, Deanna, PhD, RN, ACNS-BC, ANEF (Yuunivarsiitii Indiyaa, 1999), Piroofeesara Gargaaraa, Qindeessaa Track Barnoota Narsii MSN, IUBL. Sharer, Beth, DHA, NEA-BC, RN, HFA, FACHE (Yuunivarsiitii Giddugaleessa Michigan, 2006), Gargaaraa Piroofeesara Kilinikaalaa, Dura taa’aa Kutaa, IUPUC.
Nursing Emeriti Faculty
Weaver, Michael, PhD, MSN, BSN, RN, FAAN (University of Toledo, 1990), Director, Statistical Services, Center for Nursing Research &.
Courses
NURSING-H 362 Changes in Health II: Practicum (2 cr.) (Traditional and Accelerated) V: All fifth-semester nursing courses; C: H361. Practice (3 cr.) This course addresses core competencies essential for all advanced nursing practice roles and healthcare in complex systems. NURS-D 736 Inquiry I: Evidence-Based Research and Translational Science (1-3 cr.) This course focuses on advanced applications of evidence-based practice.
NURS-B 403 Gerontological Nursing (3 cr.) (RN-BSN) This course promotes a holistic approach to individuals in the later years of life. Informatics (3 cr.) (RN-BSN) This course covers nursing informatics: state of the science and issues for research, development, and practice.
