Fall 2026 MSN-DNP Application Process

Step 1: CSUB Application

FILING PERIOD: OCTOBER 1, 2025 - april 1, 2026

• Apply to Cal State Apply.
• Official transcripts and other university requirements must be submitted and received in the Office of Admissions and Records in order for your university application to be reviewed and processed.

Step 2: MSN-DNP Program Application

FILING PERIOD: OCTOBER 1, 2025 - APRIL 15, 2026 (8:59 PM PST)

• Apply to the MSN-DNP Program through NursingCAS.
• Note: In NursingCAS, search for:
  • School: California State University-Bakersfield
  • Program: Select "MSN-DNP"

Step 3: Program Evaluation Fee

DUE DATE: APRIL 22, 2026

A $50 (non-refundable) nursing application evaluation fee is required and must be mailed directly to the CSUB Department of Nursing. This is separate from the application fee required from Cal State Apply and NursingCAS.  

For money orders and checks, please make it out to "CSUB Department of Nursing."

California State University, Bakersfield
Department of Nursing, 29 RNC
ATTN: MSN-DNP Advisor
9001 Stockdale Highway
Bakersfield, CA 93311

In the memo section, please write your CSUB ID#.

 

Questions? Contact the Program Advisor.