Graduates will incorporate evidence-based practice, leadership, advanced clinical decision-making, critical thinking, and collaboration in a variety of roles and settings.

Candidates for admission to the MN program must have demonstrated high academic standing and potential for self-directed, sustained research. Normally, the basic requirements are: A baccalaureate degree in nursing from an approved or accredited university is required. A minimum average of 75% or a grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 (B) in the last twenty courses of a baccalaureate nursing program is required. Prior completion of a Research Methods course, an Introductory Statistics course, and a course in Nursing Theory, or equivalent. Individuals applying for the Nurse Practitioner Stream, must have a minimum of two (2) years experience in clinical nursing practice. Proof of active practicing nurse registration in Canada is necessary (i.e. proof of registration card). Applicants from other countries may apply, provided they have active practicing registered nurse status in their home country. Payment of International fees will be required of all students from outside Canada. Once enrolled in the program, all students must maintain active practicing nurse registration with the Association of Registered Nurses of Prince Edward Island. Upon acceptance into the Master of Nursing program, students must submit a completed up-to-date immunization record, a certified criminal record check, and confirmation of current CPR Certification at the Health Care Provider level. English proficiency Students are expected to be proficient in the use of English, both written and oral, when they begin their studies at the University of Prince Edward Island. The University requires that certification of such proficiency be presented by applicants whose mother tongue is not English or whose normal language of instruction throughout their education (as recognized by UPEI) was not English. Tests of proficiency acceptable to the University, and the minimum scores that must be obtained, are listed on the English Language Proficiency Requirements page under the Application and Admissions section of the Programs and Courses website. Such students should make arrangements to take the test at least three months before the semester opening date. Resume A resume/curriculum vitae that includes the following must be submitted: Past educational preparation Employment experience, including level of responsibility Awards and honours Previous involvement with research projects, other projects, publications and/or presentations Continuing education and professional development (e.g. courses, workshops, conferences) Committee work Any other supporting information Personal statement All applicants are asked to identify and elaborate on their educational and career goals. All applicants are asked to explain reasons for applying to the program and the strengths that you will bring as a graduate student. Thesis students are required to submit a two page summary describing the research project you are interested in completing as part of the thesis component of the MN. This will assist in confirming supervisory availability.