NURSING GRADUATE
Advance your Nursing Career with Dillard University’s Graduate Program
Nursing at a Glance
DEGREES OFFERED
Nursing MSN
RELATED PROGRAMS
COLLEGE
Program Contact
College of Nursing
PSB Suite 102
2601 Gentilly Boulevard
New Orleans Louisiana 70122
Ph. (504) 283 – 8822
nursing@dillard.edu
Office Hours:
M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Career Outcomes
Nurse Educator
Nurse Researcher
Nurse Administrator
Nurse Entrepreneur
Nurse Leaders
20+
Degrees & Certificates
1st
Historically Black University in Louisiana
14:1
Students to faculty ratio
Did You Know?
Dillard University has the first accredited nursing program in the state of Louisiana, not just for HBCUs, for ALL universities.
Dillard University Nursing Graduate Program
Earn your Masters of Science in Nursing
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program curriculum at Dillard University College of Nursing (DUCON) embodies a coherent course of study, consistent with the competencies for the novice nurse educators, nurse leaders and nurse entrepreneur’s values. Integrated throughout each program option are role specific competencies for the nurse educator, nurse administrator, and nurse entrepreneur that align with the College of Nursing’s end-of-program student learning outcomes (EPSLOs) and DUCON master’s competency statements. You the student meet three times a semester (beginning, midterm, and final), with the remaining course work asynchronous.
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Nursing Graduate Student Requirements
The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program curriculum at Dillard University College of Nursing (DUCON) embodies a coherent course of study, consistent with the competencies for the novice nurse educators, nurse leaders and nurse entrepreneur’s values. Integrated throughout each program option are role specific competencies for the nurse educator, nurse administrator, and nurse entrepreneur that align with the College of Nursing’s end-of-program student learning outcomes (EPSLOs) and DUCON master’s competency statements. You the student meet three times a semester (beginning, midterm, and final), with the remaining course work asynchronous.
Application Fee
Application fee of $40.00 via check or money order payable to Dillard University. Fee Waivers are accepted)-NACAC, College Board, Financial Hardship Letter, Free/Reduced Lunch Letter.
Application Process
- Submit all electronic transcripts from institutions attended to admissions@dillard.edu
- For official paper transcripts, the mailing is address is Office of Admissions, Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70122
- Once you receive your official offer of acceptanceit will contain your DU ID.
- Once you obtain your DU ID, follow the instructions to access your DU email.
- Submit a DUCON Graduate Application to the College of Nursing by July 31. The Graduate Student ID must be included on the DUCON Graduate Application.
- Your acceptance letter to the Graduate Nursing Program and nursing graduate advisor information will be sent to your DU email.
College of Nursing Facilities
The Dillard University College of Nursing is situated within the Professional Schools and Sciences Building (PSB). The programs boasts six nursing laboratories, cutting-edge simulation and women’s health labs.
Each specialized area has its dedicated laboratory, providing students with the opportunity to study in a state-of-the-art facility.
Deadlines
Complete a Dillard University (DU) – Graduate Studies application by July 1.
Role Options
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Administration
- Nurse Entrepreneurship
Effective May 3, 2023, this nursing program is a candidate for initial accreditation by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing. This candidacy status expires on May 3, 2025.
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000
Note: Upon granting of initial accreditation by the ACEN Board of Commissioners, the effective date of initial accreditation is the date on which the nursing program was approved by the ACEN as a candidate program that concluded in the Board of Commissioners granting initial accreditation.