Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Accelerated Second Degree BSN (ABSN) for Non-nurses

Entrance Requirements

All students applying for admission to the program must have:

• Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited university
• Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher
• B or higher in the following course: Anatomy and Physiology I; Anatomy and Physiology II; Chemistry; Microbiology
• C or higher in College Algebra

Upon acceptance to the program, students must complete:

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) course
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professionals CPR certification

Application Requirements

All students applying for admission to the program must submit:

• Current CV or resume that includes educational and professional experience
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
• Two letters of recommendation
• A personal essay addressing the following points; this should be an example of your best writing and should not exceed 350 words per discussion point
  • Describe why you are choosing a career in nursing
  • Concordia University is Christ-centered, valuing truth and integrity, excellence, and service. How does this fit with your values and beliefs?
  • In reflection on your qualifications as a candidate for our program, describe how you will manage your time and financial responsibilities to be successful in an accelerated nursing program

Please note: in clinical experiences, students are required to work in healthcare systems or clinics, and must comply with any vaccination requirements of the clinical sites.

Application / admission process

Students must apply online through NursingCAS. When applying, students will submit:

• All official college transcripts leading to the bachelor's degree
• An essay that addresses the following topics:
  • Rationale for choosing a career in healthcare informatics
  • Career goals
  • Personal compatibility with the CUW mission
  • Plans for academic success, including time management, stress management, and professional communication
  • Any previous academic issues
• Professional resume
• Three letters of reference; two must be professional and/or academic and one must be from an individual who has worked with the applicant in a professional capacity and has a minimum of a master's degree.
• Applicants who have completed graduate level classes and wish to have them evaluated for transfer must submit these transcripts and the transfer credit form. GRE exams are not required.

The application deadline for fall admission is July 1st. The application deadline for spring admission is October 1st.

In addition to the Graduate Admission Requirements, there may be a pre-admission telephone interview.

The admission committee will review applications and forward recommendations to the Dean of the School of Nursing. After the recommendation for admission is approved, a formal letter of acceptance or denial is sent to the student.

Please note: in clinical experiences, students are required to work in healthcare systems or clinics, and must comply with any vaccination requirements of the clinical sites.