Why Choose the Midwifery Program at Rutgers?
Personalized, High-Quality Clinical Training
Gain hands-on experience at diverse, faculty-selected and secured clinical sites including outpatient clinics and private practices, hospitals, and community birth centers across New Jersey, tailored to your learning needs and enhanced with experiences in our state-of-the-art midwifery simulation center.
Equity-Driven Impact
Supported by generous funding from the New Jersey Midwifery Education Project, our program prepares midwives to improve maternal outcomes and reduce health disparities across the state.
Dynamic, Flexible Learning Environment
Engage in hybrid courses that include both online learning and in-person skills labs, simulations, and faculty-led seminars that bring learning to life. Beginning in your first semester in our introductory Foundations of Midwifery course, and throughout your time in the program, build community with other students and our faculty on the School of Nursing campus in Newark, NJ.
Comprehensive Career Preparation
Advance your professional journey in a state committed to accessible, full-spectrum sexual and reproductive health care. Our program actively cultivates a strong midwifery workforce pipeline by fostering professional connections with practicing midwives and creating meaningful networking opportunities that support graduates in securing employment across the region.
Program Overview
Priority Fall (September) Start – Application Deadline: March 1 – Apply by this date for priority consideration and to receive your admission decision sooner.
Final Fall (September) Start – Application Deadline: July 1 – Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until this date, with full consideration for all applicants.
Curriculum
The MSN Nurse-Midwifery Program admits students every fall and has the following requirements for graduation:
- 50 Credits
- 964 Clinical Hours (min.)
More information about the program:
- Students may complete this program in three years (see the 3-Year Plan of Study)
- In-person classes meet on our Rutgers Health Campus in Newark
- View 3-Year Study Plan Sample
Admissions
Ready to take the next step? Here’s what you need to apply to the MSN Nurse-Midwifery program at Rutgers School of Nursing:
• Preferred GPA of 3.2 or higher on a 4.0 scale
• Current unencumbered RN license. A NJ or Compact State RN license will be required after acceptance to the program and within the first semester of study. Students are required to maintain current licensure throughout the program.
• Resume/CV
• Official transcript(s) of all prior college work
• Fully submitted online application including paid application fee
• A Personal Statement, limited to 500 words which includes the following:
• Describe your personal experiences and qualities that demonstrate your interest in and dedication to working in midwifery.
• What are your professional goals as a midwife and how will the Rutgers program further your achievement of those goals?
• Two letters of reference that speak to the candidate’s skills, abilities and experiences that support their success in this program. Personal and/or character references from friends and family are not accepted.
• One must be from someone in a leadership role. The reference does not have to be from within nursing or midwifery, however this is preferred
• Ideally, one reference should be a current or former professor in an academic setting
• Virtual interview required for all qualified applicants
*Please note that GRE testing is not required.
• Electronic transcripts (recommended) can be sent to transcripts_nursing@gradadm.rutgers.edu
• Paper transcripts can be sent to Office of Admissions & Recruitment – School of Nursing, 65 Bergen St. (Room 601), Newark, NJ 07107
Newly admitted students must submit updated official transcripts/documents verifying completion of all “in progress” degrees, coursework, or licensure before starting the program. Failure to comply will result in admission being rescinded.
For Rutgers Graduates Only: The School of Nursing Admissions Office will automatically obtain your Rutgers academic transcript after you submit your online application. You do not need to provide it yourself. However, you must still submit transcripts from any non-Rutgers schools you attended.
The online application contains an admissions checklist which must be completed in order to be considered for admission to the program.
• Applicants are required to submit admission documents through the online application system (the applicant checklist).
• Once the admissions process begins, applicants with fully completed applications (all supporting documentation received) generally receive their admissions decision within 2-3 weeks.
Tuition and Fees
Learn more about Rutgers University tuition and fees – refer to “School of Nursing (Graduate)”.
Scholarships
With more than $1 million invested in NJ Midwifery Education Project scholarships and School of Nursing scholarships, Rutgers is helping remove financial barriers so students can focus on becoming the next generation of midwives. Eligible students may receive annual scholarship support ranging from $8,000 to $10,000.
International Applicants
The School of Nursing’s Division of Advanced Nursing Practice welcomes applications from international students. We encourage you to explore the resources available through Rutgers Global – International Students and Scholars. Please note: Our programs do not qualify for F-1 or J-1 visa sponsorship. Applicants should ensure that they hold or are eligible for another visa type before applying. View info for international applicants.
Licensure Disclosure for Nurse-Midwifery
- View Professional Licensure Disclosures for the Nurse-Midwifery program.
- Distance and Experiential Learning Disclosures and Approvals
Licensure & Clinical Compliance for Nursing Programs
See our Nursing Licensure Requirements page for more information.
Accessibility Accommodations
Rutgers Health doesn’t discriminate against students with disabilities, and students are not required or expected to disclose disabilities when they apply to Rutgers Health Programs, unless accommodations are needed during the application process. You can rest assured that we are committed to creating an equal-access environment and supporting your needs during your time at Rutgers.
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Meet the Program Director
Julie Blumenfeld, DNP, CNM, FACNM, FAAN is Program Director of the Nurse-Midwifery and Dual Women’s Health/Nurse-Midwifery Programs. She is an experienced and dedicated educator and midwife who is a passionate advocate for creating lasting change through health policy.
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Midwifery Education, 2000 Duke Street, Suite 300, Alexandria, Virginia 22314; Tel: (703) 835-4565, support@theacme.org, www.theacme.org.