Master of Science in Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

1. Baccalaureate degree in nursing from a nationally accredited program.
2. RN license from an approved state that is free and unrestricted, meaning that it has not been subject to reprimand, revocation, probation, suspension, restriction, limitation, disciplinary action, discretionary review/hearing or encumbrance nor had any type of complaint filed against it.
3. A minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.0.
4. 3-hour graduate or undergraduate course in statistics with a grade of “C” or higher.
5. At least one year of RN experience by the time their application is submitted.

Admission is competitive. Selection is based on careful consideration of all application materials, including but not limited to, academic transcripts, the applicant’s professional statement, three required professional references, and professional work experience. In addition to the criteria listed, an interview may be requested.

Part I: Apply to EKU

1. Start your EKU Graduate School Application.
2. Complete the supporting documents:
   Nursing License – Provide verification of your current RN license.Professional References – Within the application, you will be prompted to enter email addresses for three professional references. An electronic reference form will be emailed to each reference upon entry.
   MSN Professional Statement – Write a statement that is 500-700 words (2 pages) in length. In your professional statement, you must describe:

• • The unique role of the advanced practice MSN-prepared nurse (PMHNP or FNP).
  • How the specific nursing knowledge and skills you have gained through professional experience will contribute to your success in the MSN program.
  • Your reasons or motivations for pursuing an advanced practice degree in your chosen concentration (PMHNP or FNP).
  • Your specific plans for life modification in order to successfully meet the class and clinical requirements in a 100% online MSN program.

Submit your proof of licensure and professional statement within the online application, or e-mail them to the EKU Graduate School at graduateschool@eku.edu.

Part II: Send Transcripts

Contact any and all colleges or universities that you have attended and request that your transcripts be sent directly to EKU at the address below. Most schools have an online request form for this service. Transcripts sent to a student and then delivered to EKU will not be accepted. Each transcript must bear the original signature of the authorized official, along with the seal of the institution, and must be sent to EKU directly from the issuing institution. Transcripts are not required for courses taken at EKU.

All transcripts should be sent to:
EKU Graduate School
310 Whitlock Building CPO 68
521 Lancaster Avenue
Richmond, KY 40475
E-mail: graduateschool@eku.edu

NOTE: If you have attended or are attending another graduate level nursing program, you may need to submit additional application items. Please contact the program enrollment advisor for more information.

Questions?

FNP applicants should contact Stephanie Konkel at Stephanie.Konkel@eku.edu or 859-859-622-6458.
PMHNP applicants should contact Lindsey Turner at Lindsey.Turner@eku.edu or 859-622-7927

Admissions: 859-622-2106
Academic Testing: 859-622-1281
Big E Central (Financial Aid & Student Account Services): 859-622-2361
Military & Veterans Affairs Office: 859-622-2345