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    Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing)

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    Sacramento, USMSNIn-person18 months
    $134,957.00
    Tuition
    over 18mo
    18%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    75
    Cohort
    students
    91
    Credits

    Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis is a 91-credit, 18-month, in-person MSN program based in Sacramento, US. Tuition is $134,957.

    About the program

    Accelerated program for individuals with a bachelor's degree in another field to become registered nurses. Covers biophysical concepts, pharmacology, clinical nursing practice, health assessment, research methods, and clinical experiences to meet prelicensure and public health nursing requirements.

    Focus: coursework
    US News Master's Nursing #30 (tie)

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $31,167.00
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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis is $134,957 across 91 required credits.
    Is Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis online or in-person?
    Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis is offered in-person.
    How long does Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis take to complete?
    Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis is structured around 18 months and 91 credits.
    What GPA is required for Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis?
    Per the program's published guidance: A minimum bachelor's-degree GPA of 3.0
    How competitive is Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis?
    Nursing (Master's Entry Program in Nursing) at University of California-Davis reports an acceptance rate of approximately 18%.