Apply to a Graduate Program
Requirements for Admission

Candidates for unconditional admission to our master’s programs are required to meet TWU’s general requirements for graduate admission and:
- Obtain a current license to practice professional nursing in the United States;
- Complete a basic statistics course;
- Complete an accredited baccalaureate degree with a major in nursing; and,
- Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA in the last 60 hours of undergraduate coursework toward a nursing degree and in any prior graduate coursework.
Prior to enrolling in clinical nursing classes, students must also provide proof of professional liability insurance and licensure.
More information on MSN programs
Additional Requirements for Doctoral Programs
Students looking to pursue a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) or PhD in Nursing Science must also meet the following requirements:
- Complete an accredited master’s degree with a major in nursing
- DNP applicants: current U.S. RN license (unencumbered) is required. If applicable, must have an unencumbered APRN license, APRN certification (nationally accredited) or eligibility to be recognized as an APRN in any state.
More information on the DNP program - PhD applicants: current license to practice professional nursing in the United States
More information on the PhD program - Provide curriculum vitae or resume, two letters of recommendation and a letter discussing professional goals
How to Apply
Admission to our graduate programs can be competitive, meaning it’s incredibly important to complete all steps to admission:
- Apply online to TWU
- Submit official transcripts for each college or university you have attended to the following address:
TWU Office of Admission Processing
PO Box 425649
Denton, TX 76204
We’ll accept applications only after all the above steps have been completed before our application deadlines.
Application Deadlines - MSN Graduate Programs
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Graduate Programs | |||
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Admission Terms | Spring | Summer | Fall |
Denton Campus Application Deadline |
September 15 | February 15 | |
Dallas Center Application Deadline |
September 15 | February 15 | |
Houston Center Application Deadline |
September 15 | February 15 | |
Extended Admission Deadlines for the FNP Online Program only | November 15 | April 15 | July 15 |
Application Deadlines - Doctoral Programs
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Doctoral Programs | |||
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Admission Terms | Spring | Summer | Fall |
PhD in Nursing Science Application Deadline |
February 1 | ||
DNP Program Application Deadline |
September 15 | February 15 | |
DNP-to-PhD Bridge Application Deadline |
February 1 |