Traditional BSN: Admissions - College of Nursing - Michigan State University

Admission Requirements:
Students apply for admission to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program after or while in progress of completing a minimum of 28 credits and prerequisite coursework.

Admission Criteria:

1. Submission of a University application (does not apply to students currently enrolled at MSU).
2. Completion of Pre-Nursing courses outlined below and progress towards completing University required coursework.
3. Cumulative grade point average of 2.75 or higher.
4. A grade of 2.0 or higher in each admission prerequisite.
5. Submission of a College application, two completed reference forms, essay, curriculum vitae or resume and evidence of relevant community service and/or work experience.

Admission to the program is highly competitive, with most candidates exceeding the minimum requirements; therefore, the most qualified candidates are selected from the pool of candidates meeting the minimum criteria.

Approximately 120 students are admitted each year. The College receives 2-3 times the number of applications per seat. The average GPAs for the last three admitted cohorts were:

• Fall 2018: 3.90
• Spring 2019: 3.84
• Fall 2019: 3.86

Admission Prerequisite Courses:

Science Courses
CEM 141: General Chemistry
BS 161: Cells and Molecules
ANTR 350: Anatomy

Non-Science Courses
WRA 101: University Tier I Writing
MTH103: College Algebra

Application Cycles:

• Applications are now OPEN.
• The College of Nursing admits twice per year for the Traditional BSN program
• Spring Start Application Deadline - December 1
• Fall Start Application Deadline - May 1

(Transfer students ONLY)

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