Master of Science: Family Nurse Practitioner and
Post Master Certification: Family Nurse Practitioner
Admission Process
The following information pertains to the completion of the UNCW Graduate Application for the Master of Science in Nursing,
Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN-FNP) and Post-Master’s FNP Certificate Program. As detailed in the current issue of the UNCW
Graduate Catalogue, the Graduate School at the University of North Carolina Wilmington will administer applications for the
programs of study leading to the Master of Science in Nursing degree and the post-master’s FNP certificate.
To begin the online application processes: Graduate School Application Steps
For questions in regards to the Graduate School Application, please contact gradschool@uncw.edu
It is the responsibility of the applicant to see that all supporting documentation is received in the Graduate School. Applicants are
encouraged to check the progress of their application file. Please contact the Graduate School regarding the progress of your
application. Failure to observe this procedure will delay processing of applications.
 An application will not be reviewed until it is complete.
 When required materials are received, the applicant’s file is sent to the school of nursing admissions committee for
review and recommendation.
The school or department recommendation is then acted upon by the Graduate School.
STANDARDIZED ADMISSION EXAMINATION
Official scores on standardized testing must be sent directly to the Graduate School, UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington,
NC 28403-5955.
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All applicants must complete the Graduate Record Examination general test (GRE-Verbal, Quantitative, and Analytical
Writing) or the Miller Analogies Test (MAT).
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To obtain information regarding the GRE or MAT, please contact the UNCW Testing Office, (910) 962- 7444.
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To take advantage of test preparation and tutorial enrichment prior to taking the GRE or the MAT, go to the UNCW
Testing Office website.
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Scores older than five years will not be considered.
OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS
Official transcripts of all college work, both undergraduate and graduate, must be sent directly from each institution to The
Graduate School, UNCW, 601 South College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403-5955. Transcripts can be requested and sent prior to
application submission.
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Three recommendations from individuals who can address the applicant’s potential for successfully completing the Master’s
degree are required. It is strongly recommended that at least one recommendation be from a former nursing faculty member, and
one recommendation be from a current or former employer. Prior to application, one should consult with professionals from
whom the required references will be sought. When completing the online application, you will be prompted to submit email
addresses for your proposed references. The Graduate School will automatically generate an email request to those references
asking them to submit an online recommendation.
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN NURSING and POST-MASTER’S CERTIFICATE PROGRAM--WRITING SAMPLES
Please complete the writing sample per instructions and attach to the online application.
PROFESSIONAL RESUME OR CV
All applicants must provide a current curriculum vita/resume, in a format to indicate the following (Attach to the online application):
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Formal education.
Professional experience, describing its clinical and/or administrative characteristics.
Any/all continuing education you have completed.
Any/all honors, awards, and/or certifications you have received.
Any/all community/regional activities in which you are involved/participate.
Volunteer activities—briefly describe, if applicable.
Publications—if applicable.
Research—if applicable.
Organizational leadership—briefly describe; if applicable.
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Memberships—briefly describe; if applicable.
(Please be as specific and detailed as possible, listing information in reverse chronological order.)
DEMOGRAPHIC FORM
Complete the School of Nursing Demographic Form and submit directly to: CHHS Office of Student Success; McNeill Hall, Room
1002; 601 South College Road; Wilmington, NC 28403-5995 or email to son@uncw.edu.
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE
Applications completed online by March 1 will receive first consideration for the following fall semester admission. Applications
submitted by March 1st, but considered incomplete, will be reviewed on a space-available basis as they become complete. Admission
decisions are based on several factors, including a strong overall undergraduate academic record and satisfactory scores on either
the GRE or MAT; however, other indicators of success may be considered for admission. Admission decisions will be finalized and
students will be notified of admission by May 1.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Once admitted to the School of Nursing, the following Special Health Requirements must be completed prior to the
beginning of the fall semester. Students will not be allowed to begin classes until these required credentials are
completed:
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Hepatitis B immunization (or signed declination)
Varicella immunization (or proof of immunity)
TB skin test
Drug Screen
Current CPR
Liability Insurance (included in tuition and fees)
Criminal Background Check
Health Insurance and any other requirement stipulated by clinical agencies or university
Part-time Program
Students may enroll in the program part-time. Each student must complete an approved course of study within five years of
the date of the first registration for graduate study to be eligible for graduation. Each student will work with his/her advisor in
designing his/her part-time program of study.
For questions and/or additional information, please contact:
CHHS Student Success Center
McNeill Hall, Suite 1009
Phone: (910)962-3208
Email: chhs@uncw.edu