Deadlines
We're thrilled that you're considering GW Nursing! Complete applications submitted by the priority deadline will be reviewed first.
To ensure your application is complete, please include all required materials: transcripts, letters of recommendation, resume/CV, personal statement, and all sections completed on gw.force.com. If you have any questions along the way, our Office of Admissions is here to help at [email protected].
We’re excited to support you on your journey toward joining our community!
Application Deadlines by Semester
Spring 2025
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Accelerated BSN
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: December 1Veterans BSN
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: December 1Online RN-BSN
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: January 1- Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
MSN: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: December 1MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: December 1MSN: Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: May 1
Priority: August 1
Final: December 1- Certificates
No active deadlines
| Program | Priority | Final |
|---|---|---|
| MSN: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP | 08/15/2021 | 11/15/2021 |
| MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner | 08/15/2021 | 11/15/2021 |
| MSN: Psychiatric-Mental Health NP | 08/15/2021 | 11/15/2021 |
Summer 2025
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Accelerated BSN
Application Opens: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: April 1Veterans BSN
Application Opens: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: April 1- Certificates
Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: February 1Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: February 1Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: February 1
| Program | Priority | Final |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP | 12/13/2021 | 02/11/2022 |
| Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP | 12/13/2021 | 02/11/2022 |
| Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner | 12/13/2021 | 02/11/2022 |
Fall 2025
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Accelerated BSN
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1Veterans BSN
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1Online RN-BSN
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: August 1- Master of Science in Nursing (M.S.N.)
MSN: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Nursing Leadership and Management
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Nurse-Midwifery
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Psychiatric-Mental Health NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1MSN: Nursing Leadership and Management and MPH@GW
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1- Doctor of Nursing Practice (D.N.P.)
DNP: Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1DNP: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1DNP: Family Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1DNP: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1DNP: Executive Leadership
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1DNP: Nursing Practice
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: July 1- Certificates
Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: May 1Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: May 1Certificate: Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: May 1- PhD in Nursing
PhD in Nursing
Application Open: September 1
Priority: December 1
Final: February 15
| Program | Priority | Final |
|---|---|---|
| Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP | 12/01/2021 | 05/01/2022 |
| Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner | 12/01/2021 | 05/01/2022 |
| Certificate: Health Policy and Media Engagement | 12/01/2021 | 05/01/2022 |
| Certificate: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner | 12/01/2021 | 05/01/2022 |
How to Apply
Interested in applying to GW Nursing? To get started, create an account on our portal and begin filling out the online application. Don't worry, the application is designed to ask for all the information and supporting documents needed for the admission process. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our Office of Admissions staff at 571-553-0138 or [email protected]. They're always happy to help!