Nursing: Direct Entry as Second Degree (MIDAS)

The Master of Science in Nursing: Direct Entry as Second Degree, the MIDAS program, is designed for mature, goal-directed persons who have a bachelor degree in a discipline other than nursing who wish to be a licensed registered nurse (RN).

The Xavier MIDAS program is unique in that the program imbeds the new clinical nurse leader (CNL) role. The clinical nurse leader is a futuristic nursing model developed by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing to prepare new nursing leaders in the health care delivery system. The MIDAS program is approved by the Ohio Board of Nursing.

The 20 month MIDAS program (two academic years with a summer in between) is a full-time program of study. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be eligible to sit for the National Council Licensing Exam-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN). The student will graduate with a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).

See also:

• Fact Sheet with curriculum »
• Statement on baccalaureate equivalency for MIDAS program »

Objectives

Objectives of the graduate degree of Nursing. Read more »

Admission Requirements and Application Materials

Admission to the MIDAS program is competitive. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis for each Fall entry cohort. There is no application deadline, but apply early for guidance regarding prerequisite courses and to avoid the possibility of being placed on a waiting list.

• Bachelor's degree from a nationally accredited college or university.
• Prerequisite courses required:
  • Anatomy and physiology (lectures and labs) - 2 semesters or 3 quarters 
  • Microbiology(lecture only) - 1 semester or quarter,
  • Statistics - 1 semester or quarter.
• MIDAS Application 
• $35.00 application fee
• One official transcript from all colleges/universities attended.
• Official copy of Graduate Record Examination (GRE) scores.
• Three references 
• Current resume & personal essay describing motivation for nursing career and ability for two-years of full-time study.

A personal interview may be required.

See also:

• Application Materials

Contact Information:

International students must submit additional documents for admission as required by the University. Contact the Office of Graduate Services at (513) 745-3360 for further information.

Questions? Contact Marilyn Gomez, Director of Nursing Student Services, at gomez@xavier.edu.