Our new Master’s Entry to Practice Nursing (MEPN) will prepare non-nurse baccalaureate-prepared individuals to enter the nursing profession as master’s degree graduates.
Application are accepted May 1 - October 1 for spring entry.
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This unique program provides the opportunity to gain education and experience as a
direct-care provider of nursing in a variety of settings. Graduates will be eligible
to sit for the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX).
The MEPN program is a total of 76 credits over 5 consecutive semesters. Full-time plan of study, on-campus with in-person clinicals required in SC Midlands area.
(NOTE: will need 6 credits of elective not listed over the whole program)
(NOTE: will need 6 credits of elective not listed over the whole program)
Total 76 credits / 784 direct clinical hours
+on campus lab
*course requires clinical hours
A indicated A term; B indicated B term. If not noted, full semester course.
*All pre-requisites must have been completed in the last 10 years with a C or greater grade. Please check with academic advisor regarding specific courses/timeframe.
The Graduate School coordinates online applications to our master's and doctoral programs. There may be supporting materials that are required along with your online application for graduate admission, so be sure to review the requirements before you apply.
The MEPN program accepts students for spring entry.
MSN program costs depend on several factors. For estimated costs and fees, view Graduate Programs Cost Estimates 2021-2022 and MEPN Anticipated Start-Up and Final Semester Out of Pocket Costs. For the most up-to-date cost 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: 803-777-9173
Email: NURSGRAD@mailbox.sc.edu
Address:
Williams-Brice Building, Room 208
1601 Greene St.
Columbia, SC 29208
Eboni Herbert Harris, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, CNE, is board certified as a family nurse practitioner and nurse educator. She has practiced in a variety of settings including hospice, physical medicine and rehabilitation, urgent care, most recently with special needs populations. She is passionate about student success and mentoring student leaders.
Tawanie Pointer is a Student Affairs Coordinator in the Office of Academic Affairs. She serves as the graduate student advisor for the MEPN program.