Why KSU?

  • Faculty mentorship and advising from nationally certified advanced practice nurses, as well as active researchers with decades of experience
  • Full- and part-time customizable academic plans
  • Many online courses
  • Fall and spring semester start dates
  • A program that is known for its intellectual rigor and clinical quality

Acting - M.F.A.

The Master of Fine Arts program in Acting is intended for the returning professional and provides candidates with substantial performance experience during a two-year intensive plan as preparation for diverse careers in the field, including teaching at the university level. 

Theatre Design and Technology - M.F.A.

Are you ready to take center stage in the world of theatre design and technology? The terminal M.F.A. degree equips students with the artistry and skills to become practicing professionals. With a flexible curriculum and concentrations in costume design, lighting design, scene design and technical direction, this three-year program offers students the opportunity to explore their areas of interest and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of theatre production.

Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner - Graduate Certificate

The Pediatric Primary Care Nurse Practitioner graduate certificate provides nurses who already have a graduate nursing degree the additional specialized knowledge for the pediatric primary care nurse practitioner role. The certificate meets the educational requirements for application to the national certification examination.

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Program Description

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Master's degree in nursing or a doctorate in nursing practice from an accredited nursing program
  • Minimum 3.000 graduate GPA on a 4.000 scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Active, unrestricted registered nurse license in the state in which practicum hours will be completed
  • Résumé or vita
  • Goal statement (no more than 250 words) describing reasons for seeking the certificate in the identified specialty and professional goals
  • Transcript(s) of all previous graduate coursework1
  • Syllabi of all courses to considered for transfer in the gap analysis
  • Three letters of reference from health care professionals or faculty members
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
    • Minimum 560 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
    • Minimum 83 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
    • Minimum 78 MELAB score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 55 PTE score

For more information about graduate admissions, please visit the Graduate Studies admission website. For more information on international admission, visit the Office of Global Education’s admission website.

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Transcript(s) must indicate completion of graduate-level courses in advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment, with a minimum B grade earned in each course. Applicants who do not meet the grade requirement for advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment may be considered for a conditional admission. For applicants who have not practiced as an advanced practice registered nurse within the two-year period preceding application to the certificate, completion of graduate-level courses in advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment must not be greater than five years old at the time of the student's first semester of course registration in the certificate.

 

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Priority deadline: March 1
  • Spring Semester
    • Priority deadline: November 1
  • Summer Term
    • Priority deadline: March 1

Applications submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Coursework
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Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
NURS 60170PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE 3
NURS 60270PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER I 3
NURS 60370PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER II 1
NURS 60372ADVANCED NURSING CARE OF THE CHRONICALLY ILL CHILD 3
NURS 60470PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER III 2
NURS 61792PEDIATRIC ASSESSMENT FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSE PRACTICUM 2
NURS 62792PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER I PRACTICUM 2
NURS 63792PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER II PRACTICUM 1
NURS 63992ADVANCED NURSING CARE OF THE CHRONICALLY ILL CHILD PRACTICUM 2
NURS 64792PEDIATRIC NURSE PRACTITIONER III PRACTICUM 1
Minimum Total Credit Hours:20

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus

Musical Theatre - B.F.A.

The Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Musical Theatre prepares students for life as working artists in the musical theatre field. Practical training and creative experiences are coupled with an interdisciplinary liberal arts curriculum and a foundation in theatre history, analysis and criticism.

Theatre Studies - B.A.

The Theatre Studies program offers a well-rounded theatre education, including a broad range of topics, from theatre history to dramatic literature. Access experienced faculty, real-world opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities. Enroll now and take the first step toward a fulfilling career in theatre.

Family Nurse Practitioner - Graduate Certificate

The Family Nurse Practitioner graduate certificate provides nurses who already have a graduate nursing degree to acquire the additional specialized knowledge and clinical experience for the family nurse practitioner role. The certificate meets the educational requirements for the national certification examination.

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Program Information

Program Description

Professional Licensure Disclosure

This program is designed to prepare students to sit for applicable licensure or certification in Ohio. If you plan to pursue licensure or certification in a state other than Ohio, please review state educational requirements for licensure or certification and contact information for state licensing boards at Kent State's website for professional licensure disclosure.

Admissions

For more information about graduate admissions, visit the graduate admission website. For more information on international admissions, visit the international admission website.

Admission Requirements

  • Master's degree in nursing or a doctorate in nursing practice from an accredited nursing program
  • Minimum 3.000 graduate GPA on a 4.000 scale
  • Official transcript(s)
  • Active, unrestricted registered nurse license in the state in which practicum hours will be completed
  • Résumé or vita
  • Goal statement (no more than 250 words) describing reasons for seeking the certificate in the identified specialty and professional goals
  • Transcript(s) of all previous graduate coursework1
  • Syllabi of all courses to considered for transfer in the gap analysis
  • Three letters of reference from health care professionals or faculty members
  • English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency (unless they meet specific exceptions) by earning one of the following:
    • Minimum 560 TOEFL PBT score (paper-based version)
    • Minimum 83 TOEFL IBT score (Internet-based version)
    • Minimum 78 MELAB score
    • Minimum 6.5 IELTS score
    • Minimum 55 PTE score

For more information about graduate admissions, please visit the Graduate Studies admission website. For more information on international admission, visit the Office of Global Education’s admission website.

1

Transcript(s) must indicate completion of graduate-level courses in advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment, with a minimum B grade earned in each course. Applicants who do not meet the grade requirement for advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment may be considered for a conditional admission. For applicants who have not practiced as an advanced practice registered nurse within the two-year period preceding application to the certificate, completion of graduate-level courses in advanced pathophysiology, advanced pharmacology and advanced health assessment must not be greater than five years old at the time of the student's first semester of course registration in the certificate.

Application Deadlines

  • Fall Semester
    • Priority deadline: March 1
  • Spring Semester
    • Priority deadline: November 1
  • Summer Term
    • Priority deadline: March 1

Applications submitted by these deadlines will receive the strongest consideration for admission.

Coursework
On This Page

Program Requirements

Certificate Requirements

Certificate Requirements
NURS 60120ADULT/GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE I 3
NURS 60125FAMILY AND ADULT GERONTOLOGY NURSE PRACTITIONER ROLE 1
NURS 60160PRIMARY CARE PEDIATRICS 3
NURS 60220PRIMARY CARE II: CHRONICALLY ILL ADULTS 3
NURS 60325PRIMARY CARE: FAMILY HEALTH AND CHRONIC ILLNESS 4
NURS 60506CLINICAL DIAGNOSTICS FOR ADVANCED PRACTICE NURSES 3
NURS 61292ADULT/GERONTOLOGY PRIMARY CARE I PRACTICUM 2
NURS 61692PRIMARY CARE PEDIATRICS PRACTICUM 1-2
NURS 61892FAMILY AND ADULT/GERONTOLOGY NURSE PRACTITIONER ROLE PRACTICUM 1
NURS 62292PRIMARY CARE II PRACTICUM: CHRONICALLY ILL ADULTS 2
NURS 63292PRIMARY CARE: FAMILY HEALTH AND CHRONIC ILLNESS PRACTICUM 2
Minimum Total Credit Hours:25-26

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Certificate GPA Minimum Overall GPA
3.000
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus
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