Graduate Education at UTHealth
Education at the master’s level prepares graduates to assume leadership roles in clinical practice, nursing administration and nursing education. Advanced nursing practice graduates are prepared for entry into the Doctoral of Nursing Practice (DNP) program, and all graduates are prepared for higher education in the Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD) program.
Students pursuing the MSN will choose from one of six clinical tracks. Most programs offer a courses both online and face-to-face, allowing students flexibility with their busy schedules while maintaining a dynamic class experience that includes in-class time to demonstrate skills, dialogue with colleagues and receive mentorship and guidance from our highly regarded and recognized faculty. The curriculum structure depends on the clinical concentration the student selects.
Completers of post-graduate nurse practitioner tracks are eligible to take national certification exams and eligible for licensure as an Advanced Practice Nurse in Texas. Requirements for other states vary and graduates should check individual state requirements prior to applying for an advanced practice status or license.
The six tracks offered at Cizik School of Nursing are as follows:
Nurse Practitioner Tracks | Systems Tracks |
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Post-Graduate Programs
Post-Graduate Education is available to post-MSN and post-DNP prepared students who wish to pursue education in another role or clinical specialty. Degree plans for post-graduate students are individualized according to the student’s educational needs, past course work, and certification according to program policies. Mechanisms for equivalency credit and validation of previous coursework are available as appropriate.
Additional Enrollment Options
Enrollment Options by MSN Track
Full-time enrollment is limited in some MSN tracks. Prospective students are encouraged to consider their desired enrollment level prior to submitting the application for admission. Post-Graduate admission can be considered for every academic start.
Program | Fall | Spring | Summer | |||
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Family Nurse Practitioner | ||||||
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | ||||||
Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner - Primary Care | ||||||
Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner - Acute Care | ||||||
Nursing Leadership |
Accreditation
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program, doctor of nursing practice program, and post graduate APRN certificate programs at the Cizik School of Nursing are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).
Program Coordinator
Susan D Ruppert, PhD, RN, FNP-C, ANP-BC, FCCM, FNAP, FAANP, FAAN
Associate Dean & Department Chair, Graduate Studies (Email)
Linda Cole, DNP, RN, CCNS, CPHQ, CNE, FCNSI
Coordinator, MSN Program (Email)
Carole L Mackavey, DNP, MSN, RN, FNP-C
Coordinator, MSN Program (Email)
Tammy L Stout, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC
Coordinator, MSN Program (Email)
Program Information
- Admission Requirements
- BSN to DNP - Nurse Practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
- Post-Graduate
- Application Deadlines
- Deadlines (all programs)
- Admission Forms
- Application and Reference Forms
- Academic Information
- Program Outcomes
- Academic Catalog
- Current Semester Calendar
- Academic Success Center
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
- Tuition and Estimated Cost
- Scholarships
- Financial Aid
- Specialized Programs for Nursing Students
- Residency Application
Degree Programs
- Undergraduate
- Pacesetter BSN
- RN-Bridge (for ADN-prepared RNs)
- RN to BSN
- RN to MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner
- MSN and Post-Graduate
- Adult/Gero Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
- Adult/Gero Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
- Emergency/Trauma Care (Post-Graduate only)
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Nursing Education
- Nursing Leadership
- Psychiatric Mental Health
- BSN to DNP
- Nurse Anesthesia
- Nurse Practitioner
- Doctoral and Post-Graduate (Advanced Practice)
- Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
- Post-Graduate (Advanced Practice)
- Doctor of Philosophy in Nursing (PhD)
Contact Us
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UTHealth Office of the Registrar
UCT 2250
PO Box 20036
Houston, TX 77225-0036
Registrar's Office FAQ -
Student Affairs Office
Cizik School of Nursing
6901 Bertner Ave
Houston, Texas 77030
713-500-2025 -
CSON E*Value Team
713-500-4325