The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at Wheeling University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
Especially designed for the motivated adult learner and working registered nurse, the Wheeling University RN to BSN/MSN program is offered in an online-based distance format, with clinical rotations completed in the student’s home community. There are two tracks available within the program: The RN-BSN is intended for students who are already registered nurses and want to finish their BSN. Students in the RN-MSN track take four required MSN classes affording them the ability to earn their BSN and get a head start on their MSN. Once the student applies and is accepted into the MSN program, only courses specific to the MSN track of choice need to be completed. Since RN-BSN/MSN students are required to complete core classes, a course plan will be created for them that will include the classes they need to take at WU to complete their BSN.
Program & Courses
Develop the knowledge and leadership skills needed to inspire change and guide educational communities toward excellence.
- MEL 500 Global Teaching & Learning
- MEL 510 Communication & Negotiation
- MEL 520 Education Law & Ethics
- MEL 530 Transformational Leadership
- MEL 540 School Resource Management
- MEL 550 Field-Based Action Research
- MEL 560 Data-Driven Decision Making
- MEL 570 Residency I
- MEL 580 Residency II
- MEL 590 Professional Development Design
- MEL 600 Systems Thinking for Education Leaders
The School and System Leadership track allows educators to earn their principal, superintendent, and supervisor of instruction certification. With the ability to be taken entirely online, the program is a total of 33 credit hours.
- MEL 500 Global Teaching & Learning
- MEL 510 Communication & Negotiation
- MEL 525 Psychology of Student Engagement
- MEL 535 Project-Based Learning
- MEL 550 Field-Based Action Research
- MEL 555 Meeting Unique Learning Needs
- MEL 560 Data-Driven Decision Making
- MEL 565 Differentiating Instruction
- MEL 570 Residency I
MEL 580 Residency II - MEL 600 Systems Thinking for Education Leaders
The Instructional Leadership track is geared towards the teacher who desires a master’s degree and wants to improve their leadership skills. With the ability to be taken entirely online, the program is a total of 33 credit hours.
Eligibility & Admissions Requirements
Students who have completed either an associate’s degree in nursing or a diploma in nursing are eligible for this program (LPN grads are not eligible). Applicants can complete the admission process by:
- Completing a free application.
- Providing a copy of a valid nursing license.
- Requesting official transcripts from all colleges or universities you have attended, and having them sent electronically to grad@wheeling.edu or mailed directly to: Wheeling University – GPS Admissions, 316 Washington Avenue, Wheeling, WV 26003
- Having a score of at least 650 on the TOEFL exam for students whose native language is not English (otherwise exceptional applicants with a score of 550-600 may be accepted conditionally). International students must also have their transcripts from outside the US evaluated by WES or a comparable service.
- Applying for federal student loans and grants by completing the FAFSA online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov if qualifying. School Code is #003831.
Apply for Admission
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Tuition and Fees
MEL (MASTERS IN EDUCATION)
- Tuition $450.00 per credit hour
- Technology Fee $130.00 per semester
- New Student Fee $130.00 first non summer term
- Diocese of Wheeling Charleston (DWC) $225.00 per credit hour
- Audit $212.00 per course
- ID Card $35.00 first non summer term
- Graduation Fee (Degree Certification Fee) $265.00 per occurrence
Contact
For more information contact nursing@wheeling.edu.
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