Duquesne University offers an online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree in forensic nursing. This graduate degree program features different areas of focus, which include: forensic psychiatric nurse, nurse investigator, sexual assault nurse, nurse coroner, clinical nurse specialist and forensic correctional nurse, among others. Coursework has been compiled through collaboration with the Cyril H. Wecht Institute of Forensic Science and Law by the Duquese University School of Law. This program can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis; however, upon acceptance students must complete the program within six years. While courses are taken online, students are assigned a personal faculty advisor to assist throughout the program. As of 2010, the tuition for all students in the MSN Forensic Nursing program is $907 per credit. To apply, students must hold a current Registered Nurse license, Bachelor's of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, accumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and a minimum of one year work experience as a RN.
Duquesne University
School of Nursing
711 Forbes Ave.
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
412-396-4200
duq.edu
Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing offers a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree in several forensic nursing specialties. These areas of concentration include: death investigation teams, emergency care, sexual assault nursing, elder abuse, intimate partner abuse, child abuse/neglect and psychiatric forensic treatment. To graduate, students must complete a total of 40 to 41 course hours. Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, minimum GPA of 3.0, have a current/valid nursing licensure and GRE (Gradate Record Exam) scores. To apply, students must fill out the MSN Degree Application, essay and two letters of recommendation. As of 2010, the tuition for all students enrolled in the MSN program is $45,861 per semester if living in university or off-campus housing. Students living with parents or relatives must pay $39,960 per semester.
Johns Hopkins University
School of Nursing
525 N. Wolfe St.
Baltimore, MD 21205
410-955-7548
son.jhmi.edu
The Monmouth University School of Nursing & Health Studies is located in West Long Branch, New Jersey and prepares nurses for advanced positions through hands-on training. This university offers a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with a forensic nurse concentration degree. Courses within this program are delivered by industry professionals and cover topics such as advanced health assessment, issues in forensic nursing, advanced nursing practices, interpersonal violence and a forensic nursing practicum. To graduate, students must complete a total of 39 credits. Applicants for this program must have a BSN and have a final GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale. Applicants with a bachelor's degree in a non-nursing related field may still apply; however, they will be required to take three undergraduate nursing courses prior to matriculation. Students must also hold a valid New Jersey RN License. As of 2010, the tuition for all students (residents and non-residents) is $816 per credit.
Monmouth University
School of Nursing & Health Studies
400 Cedar Ave.
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
732-571-3400
monmouth.edu