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Graceland makes the application process easy as 1 2 3. Below you will see the application checklist for each of the program types. Follow this comprehensive list to prepare your application packet and before you know it you'll be off to a brighter future.

Many of our students are eager to enroll and make arrangements to begin classes before getting their complete documentation together. To see if this is an option for you contact an admissions counselor at 800-833-0524.

Checklist for M Ed

All Applicants – Your completed packet must include:

1. Completed application form.
2. Application Fee: A $50 application fee must accompany your application. Checks should be made payable to Graceland University. This application fee is non-refundable unless requested within three business days of Graceland receiving the fee.
3. The only accepted transcripts are official transcripts from accredited institutions demonstrating a baccalaureate degree with endorsement in education. When transcript(s) are sent to your residence, they should remain in un-opened original envelope(s), and sent to Graceland with all other application documents.
4. Mandatory - verification of current teaching position.
5. Copy of current teaching license.
6. Letters of reference from two qualified educators addressing your personal qualifications and potential for success in this program. All letters of reference must be signed.
7. A one-page statement of professional goals and how having a master's degree will help you realize those goals.

For International Students Only:

1. Complete numbers 1 – 7 above.
2. Prior to consideration for admission, students who received their undergraduate degree from a country other than the United States or Canada must submit an evaluation report by Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE). http://www.ece.org.
3. Contact 866-893-6882 for further instructions on additional documentation needed.

Checklist for MSN and RN-MSN

All applicants - your completed application packet must include:

1. Completed GU-SON application form.
2. Application Fee: A $50 application fee must accompany your application. Checks should be made payable to Graceland University. Payment can be made by credit card over the phone by calling your admissions officer. This application fee is non-refundable unless requested within three business days of Graceland receiving the fee.
3. Official transcript in a sealed envelope from each college attended. For example, if you attended five colleges, for any amount of time, we need five transcripts. We also require transcripts from any Schools of Nursing attended. EXCEPTION – If you are applying to the Postgraduate Certificate or the DNP program, we only need the transcript from the school where you earned your MSN.
4. State Board of Nursing online License Verification: Visit your states official website to access online license verification for your current RN Licensure in the United States. Print your individual licensure verification and include in your application packet.
5. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
   We require three separate references submitted by current or former employers or individuals professionally acquainted with you and familiar with your academic competencies and goals (not relatives, friends, family physician or clergy). References from Masters or Doctorally prepared nurses are preferred.
   Reference Form for MSN, Postgraduate (pdf)
6. Transfer credit petition, requesting a maximum of 10 credits, if applicable.
   MSN - Petition for Transfer Credit (pdf)
7. The Joint Commission institutes regulations in order for hospitals, home health agencies, clinics, etc., to gain or maintain accreditation status. One of these regulations requires that "all persons who are involved in patient care activities, i.e., employees, volunteers and students must have criminal background checks as well as other health care related checks. Criminal background checks must be initiated by the student and completed as part of the application process prior to being accepted into our programs. Validity Screening Solutions will charge $57 for this service (plus $1 if paid by credit card) and must be paid by the student in order for the process to begin. To do your background check, please go to https://www.validityacademics.com. Enter the Username and Password listed below:
   Username: studentcheck
   Password: mrd78452
   Follow the detailed instructions on the screens. It is very important that you print and send us the confirmation sheet which is the last page of the application.

PLEASE NOTE:
Please return all materials together in an envelope. Only complete applications will be reviewed. Exceptions may be arranged with an admissions representative at 800-833-0524 ext. 4801.

All completed applications should be sent to:Graceland University School of Nursing, 1401 W. Truman Road, Independence, Mo 64050 Attn: Admissions

For International Students Only:

1. Complete numbers 1 - 7 above, if applicable.
2. Prior to consideration for admission, students who received their undergraduate degree from a country other than the United States or Canada must submit a CGFNS evaluation with TOEFL score of 550 or higher and GPA equivalency. For further information or assistance you may contact CGFNS at www.cgfns.org.
3. Contact 800-833-0524 ext. 4801 for further instructions or for additional documentation needed.