Criteria for Nursing Admissions Decisions

• Weight is given to each applicant's overall academic achievement, since it is an indication of proven ability and motivation to succeed in the Nursing Program. The Grade Point Average (GPA) is one determinate for admission to the program.  The average GPA for the entering class of Fall 2023 was 3.15
• Particular emphasis is given to achievement in laboratory science courses since much of the applied clinical coursework depends upon a thorough understanding of chemistry, anatomy and physiology as well as microbiology.
• Level of achievement in college level work for those individuals who have prior college level courses.
• The Admissions Committee will use SAT or ACT test scores in consideration of applicants, if they are available, but these test results are not required. However, all applicants are required to take the College Placement Test for placement purposes only, unless the student has successfully completed college level English and math courses.
• The essay narrative provides the student an opportunity to communicate openly with the Admissions Committee in a personal way regarding values, personal and career goals and achievements.