Master's Entry Program in Nursing (for non-RNs)

At the Hahn School of Nursing, it’s never too late to pursue your passion for meeting the health needs of humanity. Designed for individuals with a baccalaureate degree or higher in another discipline, our Master’s Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN) students come to us from all walks of life—from baristas to lobbyists and even clergy. Spanning every possible age, they bring a rich diversity of experiences, backgrounds, and skills to this intellectually rigorous program.

Together, our MEPN students build experience and confidence through hands-on practice in the Dickinson Nursing Simulation Center. In this sophisticated facility, “standardized patient” professional actors recreate real-world situations you’ll experience as a nurse. Because understanding cultural context is a vital part of nursing, we provide outreach opportunities in underserved communities while fostering diversity that informs and invigorates our programs. As nurse scientists and advanced clinicians ourselves, we believe in each student and work tirelessly to support mentor, and prepare you to enter nursing practice. You’ll gain the skills, the thinking, the compassion, and the drive you’ll need to make a real difference in patients’ lives.

No one belongs here more than you.

Welcome to the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science, founded more than 40 years ago on the beautiful campus of the University of San Diego. Our school consistently ranks among the best graduate nursing schools locally and nationally. But that's not the only reason future students walk through our doors to pursue one of our graduate degrees.

The personal connections between faculty and students fuel our collective success and impact. Compassion isn’t just woven into our coursework—it’s embodied in our commitment to you. As scholars and clinicians ourselves, we value your talents and experiences. We’re here to mentor, nurture and uplift you as you become all you’re meant to be.