Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Arts and Behavioral Sciences
Master of Arts Administrative Science
Office of Graduate Admissions; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Arts Administrative Science (MAS) program is an interdisciplinary program designed for individuals seeking employment or advancement to leadership positions in public service organizations including federal, state and local government, non-profit agencies, law enforcement, and public or private colleges and universities.
A certificate in Workplace Conflict Resolution can be earned by successfully completing four courses in the MAS curriculum.
A University and College Student Affairs Administration Track is also available providing students with both academic and applied backgrounds in the administration of university or college student affairs administration. This track would be of interest to students intending to pursue a career in the management of university offices, such as registrar, admissions, diversity, international programs, student career placement, financial aid, campus life, student residents, among others.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree(s):
Workplace Conflict Resolution Certificate
University and College Student Affairs Administrative Track
Master of Arts Administrative Science
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Arts and Behavioral Sciences
Master of Arts Communication & Digital Media Design
Office of Graduate Admissions; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
This interdisciplinary program provides advanced preparation in the theory, practice and technology of contemporary organizational communication.
Two tracks are offered, the Communication Track is for students who wish to advance their knowledge of human communication focusing on theory in new media, intercultural and organizational contexts, as well as collaborative production work and project management.
The Design Track emphasizes computer-based digital media design production stressing graphic design, video, animation, and the use of major professional software for digital media design production.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts Communication & Digital Media Design
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Business and Management
Business Foundation Certificate
Office of Graduate Admissions 356 Wickes; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Business Foundation Certificate allows individuals with a non-business bachelor's degree to benefit from a focused study of basic business concepts. The study of business can enhance one's skills and provide for alternative career opportunities.
To earn the Business Foundation Certificate, one must complete the 18 credit hours of business coursework. If a student is subsequently admitted to the MBA program, certificate courses with grades of B or better can be applied to waive MBA foundation courses.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Saginaw Valley State University's College of Business and Management is accredited by the AACSB - International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).
Degree(s):
Post Baccalaureate Business Foundation Certificate
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Business and Management
Certificate in International Business
Office of Graduate Admissions 356 Wickes, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710-0001 USA
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Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
A Certificate in International Business will be awarded upon satisfactory completion of the following requirements. (five elective courses, minimum 12 credits, and from four areas of study)
These courses may be used simultaneously to satisfy the three courses of electives required for the Master of Business Administration. Students who already have obtained an MBA and who desire to obtain a Certificate in International Business may do so by completing the courses that are not part of their official transcripts. The certificate will be awarded upon completion of the requirements. Additional international business special topics courses can be designated as satisfying certificate requirements prior to the time the courses are offered.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Saginaw Valley State University's College of Business & Management is accredited by the AACSB - International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).
Degree(s):
Post Baccalaureate Certificate in International Business
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Business and Management
Master of Business Administration
7400 Bay Road; 356 Wickes Hall
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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gradadm@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program prepares students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in profit and nonprofit organizations operating in a complex global economy. We use a combination of hybrid and on-line courses to facilitate student progress through the program.
Accreditation Description:
Accredited by AACSB-International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree(s):
Master of Business Administration
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Business and Management
Master of Business Administration
Office of Graduate Admissions; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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gradadm@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Business Administration (MBA) program prepares students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in profit and nonprofit organizations operating in a complex global economy. We use a combination of hybrid and on-line courses to facilitate student progress through the program.
Accreditation Description:
The College of Business & Management is accredited by the AACSB - International (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business).
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree(s):
Certificate in International Business
Master of Business Administration
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Education Specialist
135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Education Specialist degree provides a planned program of graduate studies beyond the master's degree. It is designed to enhance the academic knowledge and skills of a cadre of educational leaders prepared to meet the increasingly complex challenges of the twenty-first century.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The SVSU College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Degree(s):
Post Masters Education Specialist Ed.S - Superintendency and Central Office;Principalship;Directorship of Athletics;Directorship of Curriculum;Director/Coordinator of Technology;Directorship of Early Childhood;Directorship of Special Education
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Adapted Physical Activity
Admissions and Certification; 135 Regional Education Center; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Teaching - Adapted Physical Activity program is designed to provide opportunities for academic preparation and professional renewal for practicing educators and increases elementary and secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills.
This program is intended for individuals who have a current Michigan Teaching Certificate and an endorsement in Special Education or Physical Education Teacher Education. After program completion, individuals may assume any or all of the following roles: direct service provider (hands-on teaching); consultant for physical education and special education staff providing educational instruction for individuals with disabilities; Individual Education Plan (IEP) Committee member who helps develop the IEP in the psychomotor domain; in-service educator, providing training for people who will provide physical education instruction for individuals with disabilities; student and parent advocate; program coordinator who develops curricular materials, develops intra and inter-agency collaboratives to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities, and monitors progress on IEP’s.
This program meets all State of Michigan Physical Education for Students with Disabilities endorsement requirements. Further, completion of the program meets the Adapted Physical Education national standard requirements preparing candidates for the Adapted Physical Education National Standards (APENS) examination.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Adapted Physical Activity
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Early Childhood Education
135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Teaching program provides opportunities for academic preparation and professional renewal for practicing educators and increases elementary and secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills.
An Early Childhood (ZA endorsement)for teaching children ages birth to age eight is available for interested students who would like to add the "ZA" endorsement to their elementary teaching certificate. An Early Childhood Endorsement is increasingly becoming a requirement for employment in private and public school districts for kindergarten, first and second grades. Teachers of state funded four-year-old readiness programs in public schools must have an Early Childhood Endorsement. The Michigan State Board of Education recommends an endorsement for kindergarten.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Early Childhood Education
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Classroom Teaching
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The major function of this graduate program is to provide opportunities for academic preparation and professional renewal for practicing educators. The Master of Arts in Teaching program increases elementary and secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills. Additionally, it offers teachers the opportunity to increase their competence in elementary education.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The SVSU College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Classroom Teaching
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - K-12 Reading Education
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Teaching - K-12 Reading Education program increases elementary and secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills. In addition, it offers teachers the opportunity to increase their competence in K-12 reading education.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Reading Education
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Middle Level Classroom Teaching
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The SVSU College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Middle Level Classroom Teaching
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Natural Science
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
Master of Arts in Teaching - Natural Science for Elementary, Middle or Secondary Grades is designed for K-12 teachers who want to increase their knowledge and skills in mathematics and/or science to better meet the educational needs of students. The program consists of 33 credit hours with 9-12 credit hours of foundation courses, a science or mathematics or education research course for K-12 teachers, capstone seminar and 21-24 credits hours in mathematics and /or science course individually selected to meet the professional needs of each enrolled teacher.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Natural Science
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Classroom Teaching
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Classroom Teaching program is designed to provide opportunities for academic preparation and professional renewal for practicing educators. This degree increases secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Secondary Classroom Teaching
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education program increases elementary and secondary teachers' knowledge and understanding of the learning process and their repertoire of teaching methods and skills. It also offer teachers the opportunity to increase their competency in the area of special education.
Special Education Endorsements - Certified teachers (elementary or secondary) may receive an endorsement to teach Special Education programs requiring approval in either Cognitive Impairments, Learning Disabilities, or Emotional Impairments by completing the required courses within the endorsement programs.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The Saginaw Valley State Universty's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Master of Arts in Teaching - Special Education
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Education
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Education degree in educational administration and supervision provides opportunities for academic preparation and professional renewal for practicing educators. The M.Ed. program offers a theoretical background and practical experience in school leadership with the major emphasis on educational administration and supervision.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.The SVSU College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Degree(s):
Master of Education (M.Ed.)- Educational Leadership;
Chief Business Official;
Principalship;
Superintendency
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Teacher Certification
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710-0001 USA
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The mission of the Teacher Education Program is to effectively prepare pre-service Teacher Education students in basic and advanced programs. Basic programs include Elementary Education, Secondary Education, Special Education (emotionally impaired and learning disabled), and Bilingual Education.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
Saginaw Valley State University's College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Saginaw Valley State University is fully approved as a teacher preparation institution by action of the State Board of Education.
Degree(s):
Post Baccalaureate Certificate - Teacher Certification
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Education
Master of Arts in Instructional Technology
Admissions and Certification 135 Regional Education Center; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 U.S.A.
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coe-dean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4057
Fax: 1-989-964-4385
Description:
The Master of Arts in Instructional Technology is designed for classroom teachers who want to integrate technology into their curriculum, school administrators charged with decision-making and administration of technology, and business and government personnel involved in the development and administration of technolgy based trainings.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities.
The SVSU College of Education is fully accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE).
Degree(s):
Master of Arts - Instructional Technology
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Nursing & Health Sciences
Master of Science Health Leadership
Office of Graduate Admissions; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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gradadm@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Science Health Leadership (MSHL) addresses the national call for health and human services leaders who understand and appreciate the complex nature of health care. This multi-disciplinary program creates a learning enviornment that promotes synergy among health leaders.
The Master of Science Health Leadership program includes theoretical and experiential learning opportunities, equipping regional health care leaders with the knowledge required to fill more advanced positions within their respective agencies. Core courses provide a sound foundation in health and organizational leadership with electives providing an opportunity to meet individual learning needs based upon career goals.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Degree(s):
Master of Science Health Leadership
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Nursing & Health Sciences
Master of Science in Nursing
Office of Graduate Admissions
356 Wickes, 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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gradadm@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Science in Nursing program prepares registered professional nurses for leadership roles in advanced nursing practice. The core courses focus on concepts and processes related to nursing science, organizational change, leadership and research. Two concentration options are available. The Health System Nurse Specialist concentration prepares nurses for roles in education, management, or clinical leadership. The Advanced Clinical Practice concentration prepares nurses to be Family Nurse Practitioners.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
The College of Nursing is accredited by the National League of Nursing.
Degree(s):
Post Master's Family Nurse Practioner Certificate
Post Master's Health System Nurse Specialist Certificate
Master of Science in Nursing (Health System Nurse Specialist, Family Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialist preparation)
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Nursing & Health Sciences
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Office of Graduate Admissions; 7400 Bay Road
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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gradadm@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-6096
Fax: 1-989-964-2173
Description:
The Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) program is designed to prepare professionally qualified occupational therapists for a variety of roles including staff, management, research, and other leadership positions in occupational therapy to support intervention models for clients who are limited in their ability to perform developmentally appropriate tasks and roles.
ENTRY LEVEL MSOT PROGRAM
The professional program in occupational therapy provides students with the knowledge, techniques, and clinical reasoning skills necessary to assume entry-level positions as registered occupational therapists. The program requires three semesters of full time undergraduate academic course work and two years of full time graduate course work. This is followed by two full time internships of twelve weeks each. A minimum of 68 credit hours are required for the Entry Level MSOT program.
ADVANCED PRACTICE MSOT PROGRAM
The advanced practice program option is intended for therapists who hold a baccalaureate degree in occupational therapy and wish to advance their knowledge in program development, research, and a variety of leadership opportunities. A minimum of 34 credit hours are required for the Advanced Practice program.
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Saginaw Valley State University's Occupational Therapy program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy (ACOTE), affiliated with the American Occupation Therapy Association (AOTA) located at 4720 Montgomery Lane, PO Box 31220, Bethesda, MD 20824-1220 www.aota.org (301) 652-2682.
A Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy is required to qualify for the National Occupational Therapy Registration Examination. After successful completion of this exam, the individual will be an Occupational Therapist Registered (O.T.R.).
Degree(s):
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Saginaw Valley State UniversityCollege of Nursing & Health Sciences
RN to MSN Program
Nursing Department; 7400 Bay Rd.
University Center, MI 48710 USA
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nhsdean@svsu.edu
Phone: 1-989-964-4145
Fax: 1-989-964-4024
Description:
The Registered Nurse to Master of Science in Nursing program provides the opportunity to be admitted to the Master of Science in Nursing program without a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. (Some Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.)Many registered nurses choose to progress more directly and rapidly to an advanced nursing practice role. The RN to MSN program provides the opportunity to be admitted to the MSN program without a BSN degree. Completion of some undergraduate courses is required prior to admission to the RN to MSN Program.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Part-time or full-time study available
Thirty-one SVSU credits recorded for an RN's basic nursing preparation and experiences
Potential for completion of courses in four semesters
Clinical experiences in practicum courses are individualized and build on previous learning and experience
Nursing courses are offered 1 day a week on and off campus (some courses do not meet every week)
Courses utilize technology, Blackboard computer instruction and other distance learning strategies
Articulation Agreements with many community colleges
No year limit on transfer courses
Two degree options:
RN to BSN
RN to MSN
Accreditation Description:
Saginaw Valley State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Accredited by the National League of Nursing Accrediting Commission (NLNAC) accredited and approved by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Degree(s):
RN to MSN Program
