Message from the Graduate Program and Track Coordinators

Welcome to the Master of Science in Nursing program of the University of Maine. We are very pleased that you have chosen our program to advance your nursing education in one of our program options. Whether you choose an advanced nursing practice role as a Family Nurse Practitioner or nurse educator, or focus on some other health-related role, you will find your experience here at the University of Maine to be challenging and rewarding.

This handbook has been developed to assist you throughout your graduate education. Please become familiar with its content, as it contains answers to frequently asked questions and provides information about policies and procedures related to successful degree completion. The information in this handbook is expected to remain current and valid for the length of a full-time program of study, which is typically two years. However, if you find that some of the information is outdated, please check the School of Nursing website or with your advisor about the currency of any time sensitive material.

Your faculty advisor will guide you in your program of study but the entire faculty and staff are also available to answer questions and provide support. The Graduate School also is an excellent resource on specific policies and procedures related to areas such as leaves of absence and graduation. We feel privileged to be able to assist you as you work toward your academic and professional goals.

Best wishes for a successful program of study at the University of Maine School of Nursing. Please contact us for any further questions or assistance you may need.