Graduate Program

Application Procedure

It is recommended that you begin the process by submitting an application, although you may send other admissions documents at any time. It is also recommended that you talk with the SPU Graduate Center early in the application process in order to ensure a smooth transition into the program.

 

Send all application materials to:

 

The Graduate Center

Seattle Pacific University

3307 3rd Ave W

Suite 111

Seattle, WA 98119-1922

 

Admission Requirements

 

Applicants to any of the School of Health Sciences graduate programs are required to have the following:

 

  • A minimum of a B.S. degree, or a non-nursing baccalaureate degree with R.N. licensure.
  • An undergraduate nursing degree with GPA 3.0 or better in the last 45 quarter nursing credits.
  • A Washington State R.N. license with no practice restrictions.
  • No convictions for crimes against persons (national screening process).
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist and Nurse Practitioner applicants: two years (documented) active nursing practice within the last two years

 

To be admitted, candidates must provide the following:

 

  • A completed application and fee ($50). To apply, submit your online application.
  • A personal statement that addresses all seven components described on the application and includes professional and leadership goals.
  • An official transcript from each college or university that you have attended.
  • Proof of completing an approved undergraduate statistics course with a GPA of 2.0 or better    (minimum of 4 quarter credits).
  • Two professional letters of recommendation; one letter must be from a current supervisor or academic instructor.
  • Proof of R.N. liability insurance.
  • A current professional resume.
  • Participation in the admission process with the SPU Graduate Nursing Admissions Committee including:
    1. the review of completed application materials
    2. a written response essay*
    3. a potential in person interview

*The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is optional for admission to the program. In lieu of the GRE, applicants will complete a brief writing exercise focused on a practical issue in nursing.