Associate Degree in Nursing Requirements
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What is the RN admissions process?
Our RN program is a selective admission program — meaning you can apply to the program only after you complete all the prerequisite coursework. Once you complete your coursework, you will need to pass the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) to become a licensed RN.
As a Nursing student, you’ll explore current healthcare trends while preparing for your licensing exam. As you dive deeper into your core Nursing coursework, you’ll begin to prepare for the transition into your professional nursing practice.
Once you complete your coursework, you will need to sit for the National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) to become a licensed RN.
Admission requirements
These admission requirements pertain to students applying for the associate degree in Nursing program.
Only students accepted into the RN program may enroll in core Nursing courses. Due to the competitive nature of this program, there are a limited number of spots available each enrollment cycle. We strongly encourage you to submit your materials as soon as possible to secure your place in your desired cohort.
Consideration for admission is based on completion of Nursing prerequisites. Prerequisites must be completed before enrolling in Nursing 101 - Foundations of Nursing Practice. Selection is based on a Selection Point System.
- Completed University of Bridgeport application
- Proof of high school completion or its equivalent
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 minimum
- All pre-requisite courses completed by the start of nursing courses
- TEAS 7 within 2 years, may repeat the exam if it is done by the application deadline. Minimum score accepted is a 58
- Submission of all official transcripts if coursework has been taken elsewhere
- Recommendation forms, no letters are accepted
- Short essay response to the focused prompt. If the prompt is not answered, the essay is not evaluated.
- All math/science courses (MAT 103, BIO 113, BIO 114, CHEM 105, BIO 106) must be taken within 5 years of application with a grade of C+ or higher in both lecture and lab.
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The associate degree in Nursing program at University of Bridgeport is approved by the State of CT Board of Examiners for Nursing.