Utica College

Programme overview

Utica College’s master’s degree program in Nursing has received initial accreditation from the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) for five years. The accreditation confirms the program met CCNE’s standards and had no compliance concerns during review. The college also offers related post-graduate certificate pathways, including an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) certificate that earned the same initial CCNE accreditation.

What you'll study

The source lists graduate offerings that include master’s-level programs in family nurse practitioner, nursing education, and nursing leadership, plus corresponding certificate of advanced study programs in those specialisations. The college’s broader nursing curriculum is supported by hands-on learning facilities on campus, notably the Dr. Albert and Gloria Shaheen Nursing Laboratory, a simulated modern hospital ward with monitoring equipment, respiration technology, isolation rooms and diagnostic/vital sign monitoring systems.

Entry requirements

The provided text confirms these are graduate-level nursing programs and mentions post-graduate APRN certification, but does not specify formal admission criteria, prerequisites, credit requirements, or duration. Prospective applicants should consult Utica College for exact entry standards for each master’s or certificate pathway.

Career prospects

Graduates of Utica’s master’s nursing programs can pursue advanced practice roles and leadership or educator positions reflected in the program offerings: family nurse practitioner practice, nursing education, and nursing leadership. The accredited APRN certificate supports pathways toward advanced clinical practice for qualified nurses.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The source does not list scholarships or tuition details. Applicants should enquire directly with Utica College about financial aid, institutional scholarships, graduate assistantships, and external funding options available to master’s-level nursing students.