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1. A minimum high school GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
2. An ACT score of 21 composite or SAT of 1200
3. Completion of: (a.) One year of Biology (b.) One year of Chemistry or Physics (c.) Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry
4. Must place in MTH 1112 and ENG 1101
5. Apply for admission to ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ
6. Apply for admission to the Early Acceptance Program

1. Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 and a minimum grade of a C on all coursework
2. Be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester, excluding summer
3. Complete all academic courses in a maximum of five semesters
4. Complete all academic courses at ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ (recommended)
5. The semester before the completion of academic prerequisites, complete the Early Acceptance Program documents

1. Successful completion of the first year of pre-nursing prerequisite courses
2. Overall GPA of 3.2 or above.
   

1. Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 and a minimum grade of a C on all coursework
2. Apply for admission to the early acceptance BSN Program
3. Have completed their first year of college, including the following courses: MTH 1112 and CHM 1142/CHM L142
4. Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester, excluding Summer
5. Students are encouraged to complete all academic prerequisites at ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ
6. The semester before the completion of academic prerequisites, complete the Early Acceptance Program documents

1. Apply to ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ
   Submit an . You must be admitted to the university before your BSN application can move forward.
   
   
2. Apply to the BSN program
   Once you're admitted to ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ, complete the during the designated application window. If you have questions, please contact the School of Nursing at 334-670-3428 before you apply.
   • Fall admission: February 1 – March 15
   • Spring admission: August 1 – September 15
   • Note: Applications submitted after the deadline or without required materials are not reviewed.
   • Plan ahead: Transcript uploads, essays and academic evaluations can take time to complete.
     
     
3. Submit required materials and pay the application fee
   You must upload unofficial transcripts from all colleges attended and submit the $20 application fee. To submit the fee, call 334-670-3124.
   
   
4. Submit your essay
   The nursing application essay allows you to explain your interest in nursing and share relevant experiences. Essays must be no more than two pages, double-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman.
   
   
5. Complete any additional requirements
   • If you're transferring credits from another college or university, you may need to request an academic evaluation through the Academic Evaluation Center. Academic evaluations can take 3–6 weeks to process, so plan ahead. 
   • If you're transferring from another nursing program, you must submit a letter from your previous dean or department chair confirming your eligibility to continue. If you are attempting to transfer credit from another school of nursing and are not eligible to continue in the nursing program in which you are/were enrolled, you are not eligible for admission to ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ's BSN Program unless you first complete an accredited associate degree program and are a registered nurse.

After you apply: Your completed application is reviewed by the BSN Admissions and Progression Committee. You'll receive your admission decision by email 4–6 weeks after the application deadline. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed. If you're not admitted, you may reapply for a future term.

If you're already admitted to ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ or currently enrolled, you can move directly into the BSN application process.

Steps to apply:

1. Apply to the nursing BSN program
   Complete the during the designated application window. If you have questions, please contact the School of Nursing at 334-670-3428 before you apply.
   • Fall admission: February 1 – March 15
   • Spring admission: August 1 – September 15
   • Note: Applications submitted after the deadline or without required materials are not reviewed.
   • Plan ahead: Transcript uploads, essays and academic evaluations can take time to complete.
     
     
2. Upload required materials
   Upload unofficial transcripts from all colleges you've attended, including ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ.
   
   
3. Complete an academic evaluation (if required)
   
   • If you're currently enrolled at ÌÇÐÄÊÓƵ and have completed 12 or more credit hours, you'll need an official undergraduate academic evaluation from the Academic Evaluation Center unless you've received one within the past year.
   • Evaluations are processed in the order received and typically take 3–6 weeks, so request yours early.
   • If you're transferring from another nursing program, you must also submit a letter from your previous dean or department chair confirming your eligibility to continue.
     
     
4. Submit your essay
   The nursing application essay allows you to explain your interest in nursing and highlight experiences that support your application. Essays must be no more than two pages, double-spaced, in 12-point Times New Roman.
   
   
5. Pay the application fee
   Submit the $20 BSN application fee through Student Self-Service.

After you apply: Once all materials are received, your application is reviewed by the BSN Admissions and Progression Committee. Admission decisions are sent by email approximately 4–6 weeks after the deadline. Please wait for an official notification by email; admission decisions are not provided by phone. If you're not admitted, you may reapply for a future term.

The Bertie Clark Cain and Veta Ross Tootle Scholarship is awarded to students pursuing majors in nursing or education with a satisfactory GPA.