Greetings! We are delighted that you are interested in the University at Buffalo School of Nursing. In coming to the School of Nursing, students become part of a community of scholars committed to the highest ideals of caring nursing practice. In coming to UB, students become part of a first-class research university with the advantages of interdisciplinary riches found in five health-sciences schools, as well as seven other professional schools and the traditional arts and sciences. Nursing faculty work collaboratively with colleagues in many other areas of the university; they are dedicated to learning with and from students, publish and present their research in national forums, and maintain active practices. The shorthand statement of our mission is "preparing the nurse leaders of tomorrow in an atmosphere of excellence." We look forward to having you join us.

Jean K. Brown, PhD, RN, FAAN
Dean and Professor

***Please read instructions for all graduate programs and specific requirements for PhD and International and Non-Degree applicants.

All Applicants Instructions

1. A fully completed application at www.gradmit.buffalo.edu
2. A degree from a US accredited nursing program or an international equivalent.
3. Application fee of $50.00 in order to review the application.
4. 3 references addressing both academic and professional ability. FORM
5. Personal statement of professional goals. - Guidelines for Writing the Personal Statement
6. Official transcripts sent directly from the schools to the UB School of Nursing from all undergraduate and graduate schools attended whether in nursing or not.
7. If overall undergraduate GPA is <3.0 overall, a competitive Graduate Record Exam scores for MS and Post MS Advanced Certificate (PhD see below).
8. MS and Post MS Advanced Certificates candidates must have a US RN license upon enrollment.
9. Nurse Anesthetist applicants require a minimum of one year of critical care registered nursing experience and a current license as a registered professional nurse in the
   United States or its territories or protectorates.
10. PhD, MS, Post MS Advanced Certificate – apply as early as possible
11. Nurse Anesthetist Program applications are due November 1

PhD Applicants

In addition to the above, PhD applicants must provide the following:

1. Minimum GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale or the international equivalent
2. Competitive Graduate Record Exam
3. Two scholarly writing samples
4. Applicants without a MS degree must also apply to an MS program

International Students

1. CHECK INTERNATIONAL STUDENT ON THE APPLICATION PAGE WHEN YOU SELECT THE DEGREE PROGRAM
2. Submit scores from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
3. A US license for MS or Post MS Advanced Certificate Programs – see www.cgfns.org for information
4. A photocopy of the inside page of your passport with name, photo and biographical information
5. A Financial Statement
6. Read information at: http://wings.buffalo.edu/intadmit/graduate.htm

Non-degree Applicants

A student may enroll in courses as a nonmatriculated student for up to 12 credits. Applicants wishing to take courses as non-degree students must have the following:

1. A completed Non-degree student application. APPLY ONLINE
2. At least a Bachelor's degree from a US accredited nursing program or an international equivalent.
3. An official transcript sent directly from the school at which the student earned a Bachelor's in Nursing.
4. Minimum overall GPA of at least 3.00.
5. Valid US RN License upon enrollment.