Admission to the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (for non-RNs with a bachelor’s degree in another discipline)
Students who have completed a bachelor’s degree in another discipline may apply to the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program. The program accepts a class every semester (fall, spring and summer).
Enrollment in the ABSN is limited and the number of qualified applicants may exceed the number of students who can be admitted. Meeting minimum requirements for admission does not guarantee acceptance. Application deadlines, additional forms, instructions and application available, online at www.utc.edu/bsn.
Admission Criteria
- Completion with a C or better (may have 2 in progress) of the following pre-requisite coursework: English Composition 1 and 2, Statistics, Chemistry with lab, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology and Microbiology.
- Pre-requisite coursework GPA of 2.75 (calculated on English Composition 1 and 2, Statistics, Chemistry with lab, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology and Microbiology).
- Submit a current resume that includes
- Professional or work experience
- Campus or community activities
- Academic and other honors received
- Volunteer activities or work experience in a health care environment
Acceptance of transfer and substitute credits in nursing to meet requirements of the curriculum will be determined by the School of Nursing faculty. Students seeking to transfer into the B.S.N. Nursing program at UTC will not be allowed to transfer into the B.S.N. Nursing program with any nursing course grade lower than a C. Transfer students must meet the same standards as other students in the program.
Candidates will receive written notification of their admission status. Candidates who are accepted for admission must complete and pass a background check and drug screening before being fully admitted. Individuals who are not accepted for a given class, and who desire to be considered for the next class must reapply.
Requirements for Final Acceptance into the BSN program for the Traditional and Accelerated Tracks:
Students admitted to the nursing program must complete the following for final acceptance:
- Any in progress pre-requisite coursework – Students admitted with pre-requisite courses in progress must forfeit their position in the nursing program if a grade of less than a C is earned, or a pre-requisite course is not completed.
- ATI Launch Readiness program certificate of completion
- Criminal background check – An admission offer can be rescinded based on the results of the criminal background check and/or unprofessional behavior.
- Health requirements – Students must meet specific physical examination and immunization requirements as specified by state law and by the rules and regulations set forth by the various clinical agencies. All students must have health insurance and must participate in the school’s liability insurance program. Specific information concerning these requirements will be provided to the students at appropriate times by the nursing faculty.
