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College of Nursing

Graduate Programs

Whether you are searching for an advanced practice degree to expand your clinical role or training for a new position in nurse leadership or informatics, our online, nationally ranked graduate programs will prepare you for the next phase of your career.

Master's of Science in Nursing

Whether you are searching for an advanced practice degree to expand your clinical role or training for a new position in nurse leadership or informatics, our online, nationally ranked programs will prepare you for the next phase of your career.

Certificate of Graduate Study Programs

Earning a Certificate of Graduate Study (CGS) from the College of Nursing allows you to gain certification in another clinical specialty, healthcare leadership, or informatics.

Doctoral Programs

Earn a terminal degree in nursing practice or prepare for a research career as a nurse scientist

Why USC Nursing Graduate School

The College of Nursing ranks No. 1 for our online graduate programs for the fourth year in a row by the 2024 U.S. News & World Report.

All application materials (except official transcripts) will be submitted via the College of Nursing's graduate application portal. 

Official transcripts must be sent to The Graduate School. Review the degree requirements before you apply.

When completing your application, please make sure to select the correct program name. Program names listed through the Graduate School and corresponding CON programs: Certificate of Graduate Study (Post Master’s) (CGS) (These include the concentrations of):

  • Adult Gerontology - Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (AGACNP)
  • Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
  • Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
  • Healthcare Leadership (HL)
  • Nursing Education (NE)
  • Nursing Informatics (NI)

Applicants for the AGACNP, FNP, and PMHNP programs should apply for summer admission and matriculation. If after application review, the candidate qualifies for the advanced standing in the CGS program, the student may matriculate in the fall rather than the summer. 

Each CGS program has separate application deadlines and program start dates. 

  • Clinical specialty programs (AGACNP, FNP, and PMHNP): Classes start in the summer semester. Applications may be submitted July 1 - February 1 (early decision September 1).
  • Healthcare Leadership program: Classes start during the fall, spring, and summer semesters. Applications may be submitted July 1 - February 1 (early decision September 1). 
  • Nursing Education program: Classes start during the fall semester. Applications may be submitted November 1 - May 1 for fall entry.
  • Nursing Informatics program: Classes start during the fall semester. Applications may be submitted November 1 - May 1 for fall entry.

To be eligible for graduation, a candidate must

  • complete an approved program of study
  • have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and earn a 3.0 or better in all required classes and courses number 700 or higher
  • complete the required clinical hours

MSN program costs depend on several factors. For estimated costs, view Graduate Programs Cost Estimates 2023-2024.  The Offie of Financial Aid provides the full breakdown of the estimated cost to attend. For additional tuition and fee information, visit the Bursar's Office Tuition and Fees website

Financial aid is available. To determine your eligibility, complete the FAFSA form on the university’s Financial Aid website. The College of Nursing also offers general scholarships. In addition, other scholarship and financial aid opportunities are available through The Graduate School and the university’s Financial Aid and Scholarships office.

Contact Us

Phone: 803-777-9080
Email: NURSGRAD@mailbox.sc.edu

Address:
Williams-Brice Building, Room 208
1601 Greene St.
Columbia, SC 29208



 

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