Admission Requirements

Pursuing a future in nursing is a powerful choice. The Pre-Licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program prepares students to become compassionate, skilled, and confident registered nurses who are ready to make an impact. Admission to the nursing major is competitive, and students are encouraged to demonstrate both academic readiness and a strong commitment to the nursing profession. 

When to Apply

Students apply to enter the pre-licensure BSN program at the end of the spring semester of their freshman year or once having completed their necessary pre-requisite courses and testing. All required materials must be submitted by June 1 for priority review. Applications received after June 1 may be considered only on a space-available basis. 

Admission Requirements 

• University Application if not currently an SEU student 
  
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.3
  
• Successful completion of all prerequisite courses. No more than 2 attempts completed within the past 12 months.
  
  • Anatomy and Physiology I
    
  • Anatomy and Physiology II
    
  • College-Level Chemistry
    
  • ATI TEAS Exam. No more than 2 attempts completed within the past 12 months. Submit an official TEAS transcript if taken outside Saint Elizabeth University

Admission is competitive, and all applicants will be evaluated using an established admission rubric. Students who do not achieve the minimum score required for admission may be invited to retake the TEAS exam or repeat a prerequisite course prior to admission consideration.

Boost Your Admission Score

To strengthen your application and your admission score, you may consider submitting any of the following optional supplemental materials:

• Evidence of Prior Healthcare Experience (License/Certification such as Paramedic, EMT, LPN, CNA, PCA)
  
• Evidence of Military Service
  
• College Professor Letter of Recommendation (only one may be submitted)
  
• Video Essay Response to the question: “What qualities do you see in yourself that can contribute to your success as a nursing student?”
  
• Evidence of 10 or More Volunteer Hours with a community-based organization within the past 12 months
  

All supplemental materials must be submitted at the time of application submission. Any materials received after the application has been submitted will not be considered for admission review.

**Please Note:

• Application does not guarantee admission into the nursing program
  
• Applications to the nursing major are a competitive process and the meeting of minimal admission criteria does not guarantee admission to the nursing program.
  
• Students who are not accepted into the nursing program should speak with their advisor regarding the feasibility of reapplication or choosing another related major. If the student chooses to reapply to the nursing program, the student must submit a new application the following spring semester and must compete with the new applicant group.

Upon Admission

Students must begin their clinical clearance process immediately upon receiving confirmation of their acceptance. Clinical Clearance must be completed no later than August 1st. This includes:

• Immunizations, Titers and Physical Exam
  
• Institutional Attestations
  
• Criminal Background Check [Required by the NJ Board of Nursing]
  
• Drug Screen
  
• Malpractice Insurance
  
• TB Testing
  
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers
  

Failure to complete clinical clearance will jeopardize your seat in the program