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Nursing School
Apply to nursing school at least six to eight months before you want to start the program. Identify programs that match your skills and interests and complete an application. Some steps take more time to complete than others, so plan ahead! A shortage of nursing faculty has created a bottleneck in admissions at some schools, and many are impacted with long waiting lists, so get started early.
Schools & Programs
- See the list of Nursing Programs
- Nursing programs at San Diego Community Colleges
- Find Accelerated Baccalaureate Programs for Non-Nursing College Graduates
- Find Accelerated BSN Programs by State
- Find Master’s Programs for Non-Nursing College Graduates
- See the list of CCNE-accredited Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs
- Nursing Degree Guide
- Family Nurse Practitioner Programs
- Scholarships and Financial Aid
- NursingCAS School Events Calendar-learn about upcoming recruitment fairs, webinars, or information sessions
Tests
- GRE - Prepare and take the Graduate Record Exam
- TEAS - If necessary, take the Test of Essential Academic Skills
- HESI A2- If necessary, take the Health Education Systems Incorporated Admission Assessment
Applications
- ADN in Nursing - learn more about SD City College
- BSN in Nursing (transfer) - learn more about SDSU's program
- NursingCAS – the application service that compiles your transcripts, letters, essay, and activities
- NursingCAS application cycle dates: deadlines vary so verify dates with each school and program
- Try this interactive example of the NursingCAS application
- Online school-specific applications for schools which do not participate in NursingCAS
- NursingCAS Fee Assistance Program
Personal Essay
- Prompts vary from school to school, but generally ask yourself: What experiences have I had that are compelling me to pursue the nursing profession?
- Provide evidence and examples
- Character count varies from school to school
Additional Application Information
Get info and resources on your personal essay, interview tips, letters of evaluation and taking a gap year.