OpenFieldMaster of Science in Forensic Nursing
Pioneering specialized graduate nursing degree preparing Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANE), medicolegal death investigators, and trauma crisis clinicians.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- BSN degree with minimum GPA 3.0 and active unencumbered RN license.
- English language proficiency
- English fluency.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts, RN license verification, CV, and statement of forensic interest.
- Recommendation letters
- Two professional reference letters.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Massachusetts Department of Public Health forensic clinical training grants
- Application fee
- $50 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- $425 per credit hour (36 credits)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- April 1, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Fitchburg State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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