Admissions

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Getting Started

Thank you for your interest in applying to this program. Please remember that advisers are available to discuss your educational goals, financial aid options, and application deadlines.  

Deadlines

We recommend the following deadlines for completion of your degree application, including receipt of all transcripts, and FAFSA submissions:

• June 30 for fall semester admission
• October 31 for spring semester admission
• March 15 for summer semester admission

Evaluations of degree and financial aid applications may not be completed in time if received beyond the above deadlines. Please visit the Office of Student Aid Web site for more information about FAFSA applications and other financial aid.

Prerequisites and Technical Requirements

• You must be a high school graduate, or
• You must have completed your GED.
• You must hold a valid RN license.
• Please view the technical requirements for this program. 

Completing the Application

Former Penn State students may not need to complete the admissions application. Please visit our Current Students page for instructions. For your application to be considered complete, you'll need to complete the following steps:

1. Many of our students find it helpful to review our important application instructions PDF. We recommend that you print this for future reference and for assistance while completing your application.
2. Complete the online application form and submit your application fee ($50).
3. Admissions will need official copies of the following:
   
   • Official high school transcripts; or GED transcript with available high school records (High school and GED records are required regardless of the length of time that has passed.)
   • Official military transcripts (if applicable)
   • Official college or university transcripts, if you attended another institution. All college or university transcripts are required regardless of the length of time that has passed, the grades earned, or the accreditation of the institutions attended.
   • Official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (if applicable) 

Please submit all official documents to:

You can check the status of your application by using the same login information established for the online application form and choosing Check Application Status. Your determination letter (confirming your acceptance or denial) will be mailed 4 to 6 weeks after receipt of all application materials. An admissions counselor will contact you if additional information is required.