Successful graduate of the Wilson School of Nursing should be able to:

·          Compare favorably with national norms for professional practice

·          Be employed in professional practice

·          Manage multiple, complex clients in a variety of settings

·          Demonstrate leadership within the professional discipline

The Wilson School of Nursing at MSU will provide:

·          Student-centered education

·          Innovative educational programs that meet the needs of our local and global community

·          Interdisciplinary collaboration with the practice community

·          Scholarly teaching, practice, inquiry, research, and service

BSN-Prelicensure Deadlines are:

·        Fall—February 1- February 29
·        Spring—October 1- October 31 

Undergraduate Program

The Wilson School of Nursing offers curricula leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). There are two options in the BSN program, including - (1) a prelicensure option for students who do not have a license to practice as a Registered Nurse, and (2) the RN to BSN option for licensed RN’s who have graduated from hospital based programs (Diploma) or 2 year associate degree programs(ADN).

The undergraduate curriculum (BSN) includes general education courses which provide a foundation for understanding physiological, psychosocial, political and economic factors that may affect a person's health status. In addition, the nursing courses focus on nursing interventions that will provide clients with optimal health status. The nursing courses prepare the BSN graduate to provide holistic nursing care in a variety of complex environments that will enhance the optimal health of individuals, families, groups, and communities.

The RN to BSN/MSN track is a flexible option designed to meet the needs of the working RN. Nursing classes are offered via distance learning methodologies with periodic visits to campus. Clinical experiences may be conducted in the geographical area in which the RN student resides.  Upon admission, the RN may choose either the RN to BSN or the RN to MSN track

The BSN program is fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education and the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas.

For Information concerning any undergraduate nursing degree contact:
Catherine Rudy
Health Science Counselor
College of Health Sciences and Human Services
Midwestern State University
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 397-4595
e-mail: catherine.rudy@mwsu.edu

Applications may be completed on-line and returned to:
Jeana Brunson
Secretary, Wilson School of Nursing
Midwestern State University
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940)397-4331
e-mail: jeana.brunson@mwsu.edu


RN to BSN/MSN Applications are accepted at any time.

Graduate Programs

The Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Midwestern State University is a professional program of study offered in concert with the mission and purpose of the University, building upon the foundation of undergraduate nursing education( and includes an RN to MSN Program for nurses who have graduated from hospital based programs or 2 year associate degree programs). Master's educations includes the development of refined analytical skills, broad-based perspectives, enhanced abilities to articulate viewpoints and positions, as well as the ability to integrate theory with practice and to utilize research findings in advanced practice roles. MSU's MSN program offers three options: Nurse Educator, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Nurse Administrator. The master's programs are accredited by the commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The Nurse Educator program provides the student with the knowledge and expertise to teach in any level of nursing program, i.e. LVN, ADN, BSN, and MSN. In addition, student are prepared to teach in staff development or patient education roles.

The Family Nurse Practitioner Program prepares the student for practice as a Family Practitioner, meeting the requirements for advanced practice nursing established by the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas. Graduates are eligible for national certification examinations.

The Nurse Administrator program prepares the student to act in managerial or administrative role within the health delivery delivery system. In addition to nursing core courses and courses specific to the nurse administrator role, students will also take semester semester credit hours in Health Services Administration. 

For information concerning any graduate nursing degree contact:
Karen Polvado
Assistant Professor, Wilson School of Nursing
(940)397-3254
e-mail:  karen.polvado@mwsu.edu
Professor Povado will then refer the applicant to the appropriate Graduate Program Coordinator

Applications may be completed on-line and returned to:
Jeana Brunson
Secretary, Wilson School of Nursing
Midwestern State University
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940)397-4331
e-mail: jeana.brunson@mwsu.edu

The Wilson School of Nursing at MSU will be undergoing an accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) on October 8-10^th,   2007.  The evaluation team will consider third-party comments that relate to the program’s compliance with the accreditation standards.  Written and signed third-party comments will be accepted until September 8^th, 2007. These comments will not be shared with the program.   All comments should be directed to:  Ms. Sarah Jameson, Accreditation Assistant, Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, One Dupont Circle, NW, Suite 530, Washington, DC 20036-1120.