Academic Preparation

Preparing for a Nursing Program

Most Tufts students look at entry level MSN programs for non-nursing graduates when they consider the nursing profession. These programs vary considerably in their requirements.  The following list should serve as a general guideline only.

Common Course Requirements:

  • Biology w/ lab
  • Chemistry w/ lab
  • Anatomy w/ lab: Bio 4 at Tufts
  • Physiology w/ lab: Bio 9 at Tufts
  • Nutrition
  • Microbiology w/ lab
  • Statistics

Frequent Additional Requirements:

  • Intro to Psychology
  • Growth and Development
     

Additionally, applicants will be expected to have:

  • Previous Baccalaureate
  • Graduate Record Examination (GRE)
  • Three letters of reference
  • A Personal Essay
  • Graduate Information Sheet or Transcript from all previous academic institutions
     

How to Apply:

 

  Health Professions Advising, Dowling Hall, Medford, MA, 02155  |  Tel: (617) 627-2000