Master of Science in Nursing –
Clinical Leadership Education
Program

The program offers a no-barriers approach to earning your graduate degree:

• No GRE, personal statements/essays, or letters of recommendation required
• Must be a licensed RN in California and hold a BSN degree from an accredited nursing school in the United States
• Must be a resident of California

*If your BSN is not from an accredited school in the United States and/or if you have not yet passed the NCLEX exam, eligibility will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

The MSN-CLE program is designed for nurses who already have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Applicants are considered for admission based upon the following:

• Baccalaureate in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university
• Current unencumbered registered nurse (RN) license in state of residence

Students who need disability accommodations may request them by emailing Elisa Laird-Metke at atdrc@samuelmerritt.edu. Please give as much notice as you can to allow time to set them up. Further information about the Disability Resource Center can be found here.

Application Fees
Application fees are payable to Nursing’s Centralized Application Service (NursingCAS). Samuel Merritt University does not charge an additional admission fee.

Non-Refundable Deposits and Fees
Students admitted must pay admissions a non-refundable tuition deposit of $350 to secure their seat in the class.

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Detailed information about financial aid, budgeting, total cost and application processes.

We realize that the financial aid process can be difficult and overwhelming.  We are here to help. The Financial Aid staff can assist with budgeting, understanding your awards, and understanding the process.  The SMU staff is committed to each and every prospective student and enrolled student.  We have an open door policy and are available via phone or email.

finaid@samuelmerritt.edu or 510-879-9200

• Integrate nursing theory, clinical judgment, and research to improve care of self, patients, families, communities, and systems
• Incorporate interpersonal communication skills and team-building strategies to enhance interprofessional collaboration and to improve healthcare outcomes
• Provide compassionate and effective care directed toward self, patients, families, communities, and systems
• Demonstrate respect, compassion, and caring for diverse individuals and groups as defined by the ANA code of conduct. ,
• Apply the ANA standards of practice to guide ethical decision- making and professional practice.
• Implement evidence-based practice to promote improved outcomes for self, patients, families, communities, and systems.
• Analyze and apply health care policy to support equitable and inclusive healthcare.
• Develop interventions that address social determinants of health to improve clinical and population health outcomes
• Apply leadership principles in varied healthcare and educational settings
• Utilize emerging technology to collect, analyze, and disseminate information to support improved health outcomes
• Engage in self-care practices for personal health and wellness
• Develop innovative, technology-infused curriculum, assessments, and teaching practices to design, deliver, and evaluate evidence-based education 

Samuel Merritt University is accredited by the  Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) , 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501; 510.748.9001. 

The Master of Science in Nursing progams at Samuel Merritt University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street NW, Suite 750, Washington, DC, 20001.

Master’s Accreditation
Initial Accreditation Date: April 21, 2001
Most Recent Accreditation Date: November 2, 2020
Accreditation Term Expires: June 30, 2031
Last On-Site Evaluation: November 2020
Next On-Site Evaluation: Fall 2030

Post-Admission Reqs: Completion of Power and Success Free Online Course prior to Orientation

Technical Standards: Students will be provided an iPad to ensure all students meet the technological standards. Wi-Fi is necessary for this program.