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    Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS)

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    Rochester, USMSHybrid16 months
    $109,800.00
    Tuition
    over 16mo
    70
    Credits
    $50.00
    App fee

    Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester is a 70-credit, 16-month, hybrid MS program based in Rochester, US. Tuition is $109,800.

    About the program

    The program prepares non-nursing bachelor's graduates for RN licensure through NCLEX-RN with master's-level coursework in quality improvement, healthcare policy, evidence-based practice, population health, ethics, and leadership. It includes 70 credits, 690 clinical hours across medical-surgical, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology, and psychiatric/mental health, and 90 lab/skills hours over 16 months.

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    No. 11 (U.S. News Master's Nursing Programs)

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    Deadlines

    Spring 2027
    Jul 1, 2026
    Summer 2027
    Nov 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Applicants must earn 560 (paper-based), 230 (computer-based), or 88 (iBT) or better on the TOEFL exam.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Applicants must earn a 7.0 band score or better on the IELTS exam.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $89,500.00
    Avg starting salary
    $16,146.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester is $109,800 across 70 required credits.
    Is Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester online or in-person?
    Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester is offered hybrid.
    How long does Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester take to complete?
    Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester is structured around 16 months and 70 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Per the program's published guidance: minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
    What work-permit options follow Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester?
    Post-completion work rights for Master's Direct Entry into Nursing Practice (MS) at University of Rochester: 12 months OPT (US)