Admission Requirements

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) — Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS)

For admission to the program, an applicant must have:

  • A master’s degree in nursing from an accredited program by either Collegiate Commission on Nursing Education (CCNE) or the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC)
  • A post-graduate grade point average of 3.0 (B) or better
  • A current unencumbered license to practice nursing in the jurisdiction where experiential learning will occur
  • A minimum of five years of full-time RN employment prior to the program start date

Application Requirements

For consideration for admission, the following application materials must be submitted:

  • The MCPHS free graduate application
  • A Personal Essay (500+ words)
  • Official college transcripts from every college attended
  • 1 professional letter of recommendation
  • Photocopy of current RN license
  • Resume (may be included within application or as a separate document)

Applications material can be emailed to admissions.online@mcphs.edu or mailed to the address below:

MCPHS Admission Office
179 Longwood Ave
Boston, MA 02115

Once all supporting documents are received, your application will be complete and ready for review by the Admission Committee.