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.
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.
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.
Earn a terminal degree in nursing practice or prepare for a research career as a nurse scientist
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):
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.
To be eligible for graduation, a candidate must
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.
Phone: 803-777-9080
Email: NURSGRAD@mailbox.sc.edu
Address:
Williams-Brice Building, Room 208
1601 Greene St.
Columbia, SC 29208
