

We prepare our master’s students to become compassionate, evidence-based practitioners who are leaders in their fields. Everything we offer—from our curriculum to student support—is grounded in Boston College’s commitment to social justice and an educational philosophy that values the intrinsic worth of every student and every patient.
Connell School graduates are:
Note: CSON Summer Session Dates
Session I: May 11th - June 26th
Session II: July 6th - August 14th
Ready for a rewarding challenge that will change your life—and the lives of others?
CSON's Master's of Science in Nursing educates students at the secondary degree level, preparing highly skilled registered nurses to take on the most pressing health care challenges. This degree can be completed in as few as 18 months
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Registered Nurse
The Direct Entry Master's program is for students who have a degree in a field outside of nursing and want to become an RN.
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Direct Entry Master's
Get to know our application requirments and program application deadlines
CSON and Boston College offer multiple opportunities to fund a graduate education. Choose an option that's right for you.
The centerpiece of CSON's Jesuit tradition has always been to educate exceptional nurse leaders who care for others and play a defining role within complex health care systems.
Year One
Summer | Fall | Spring |
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Foundations | Adult Health (Theory & Clinical) |
Pedi (Theory & Clinical) |
Pharm & Nutrition | Psych (Theory & Clinical) | OB (Theory & Clinical) |
Health & Illness | Elective (3cr) |
Quality |
Year Two
Summer | Fall |
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Leadership | Population Health |
EBP I | Population Health Clinical |
Epidemiology | Policy |
Synthesis |
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NCLEX/MS degree awarded |
Applicants are responsible for ensuring that coursework they have completed satisfies the prerequisite requirements. The graduate program staff will not contact applicants during the admissions process to verify prerequisite coursework.
Direct entry students are required to complete prerequisite courses prior to the start of the program. It is preferred that applicants have at least 4 of the following 5 science prerequisites completed or in process at the time of application: General Chemistry with Lab; Microbiology with Lab; Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab; Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab; Pathophysiology. All prerequisite coursework must be completed prior to matriculation. Students must receive a minimum grade of B- (80) in each of the prerequisite courses. AP credit is NOT accepted as fulfilling prerequisite coursework.
For coursework completed before applying, please submit transcripts as part of your application. For coursework that you plan to complete after applying but before starting the program, please indicate this on the application and submit transcripts following course completion. The prerequisite courses include:
*Course waiver may be applied upon admission review for students with a biology or neuroscience degree.
Continuous improvement through assessment
The Connell School has a systematic plan for ongoing assessment of the Master's nursing program. The Master's program outcomes, along with the professional standards and guidelines listed below, shape the curriculum.
Assessment data are used to ensure that ‘best practices’ in nursing education are employed.
Continuous improvement through assessment
The Connell School has a systematic plan for ongoing assessment of the Master's nursing program. The Master's program outcomes, along with the professional standards and guidelines listed below, shape the curriculum.
Assessment data are used to ensure that ‘best practices’ in nursing education are employed.
Benefit from hands-on learning and individual attention during clinical placements with knowledgeable preceptors. Our students work in primary care facilities, hospitals, community agencies, and other settings.