School of Nursing. APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Baccalaureate Nursing Program Fall 2015

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1 School of Nursing APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Baccalaureate Nursing Program Fall 2015 Accepting Applications beginning October 31, 2014 Application Due Date: March 16, 2015 Shorter University, School of Nursing 315 Shorter Avenue ~ Rome, GA ~ ~ su.shorter.edu

2 APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION SCHOOL OF NURSING BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING PROGRAM Admission to the Nursing program requires a separate application to be mailed to the Shorter University School of Nursing, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome GA The first two years of general education prerequisites are taken at Shorter University, or any accredited college or university. Students may apply and be admitted while perquisites are in progress toward completion. However, all courses must be completed prior to entry into the nursing program. The School of Nursing accepts applicants with the highest likelihood of success in the program. The admission process is competitive and meeting the criteria for admission is not a guarantee of acceptance. Each applicant is considered on an individual basis. The Admission Committee will not review an applicant s file until all the required documentation is included and complete. No decisions will be made on incomplete files. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that file is complete for review. Final acceptance is contingent upon successful completion of all prerequisite courses, final transcript review, and successful completion of background check, drug screen and physical examination. International students must be status approved by the Shorter University verification process. Applicants may contact the School of Nursing office at with any questions or concerns during the application review process. The nursing program is designed to be completed in five semesters. An additional requirement includes successful completion of a global study abroad requirement. Graduates of the BSN program will be eligible to take the NCLEX examination for licensure in any state. Accepted students will be assessed fees each semester for supplies, computer learning programs, standardized exams, association fees, and random drug screenings. All undergraduate applicants must submit: A complete School of Nursing application undergraduate form. A $25.00 application fee in the form of check or money order made payable to Shorter University. This fee is non-refundable and does not apply to registration fees. The application fee is waived for students currently enrolled in Shorter University. Shorter University School of Nursing Application for Admission Fall 2015 Page 1

3 Admission Criteria: Minimum overall GPA 3.0/4.0 scale Standardized Test Required: Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS V), taken within the last 6 months, must be completed and results submitted to the School of Nursing by March 16, Completed application and all required documents. This includes two official transcripts from each college or university attended, irrespective of degree status. The transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope with registrar s official seal. Only official transcripts will be used for evaluation of credit. A grade of C or better must be obtained to receive credit. Science courses over 6 years may require validation before credit can be granted. Science and Math courses receive additional weighting in acceptance decisions. Please mail to Shorter University School of Nursing, 315 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA International Students: Transcripts must be evaluated by an approved evaluation service. Statement of Purpose; see below. Completion of all required prerequisites. See Section A Once students have received notice of conditional acceptance via U.S. Mail, students are expected to successfully complete a background check, drug screen, physical examination, and submit a $200 nonrefundable fee to hold their space in the program. This fee will be used to purchase nursing equipment and supplies. International students must be approved with student status verification. Upon satisfactory completion, students will be confirmed for acceptance and will receive an orientation packet. Annual Background Checks/Physicals: The School of Nursing at Shorter University requires a background check, physical, and drug screen for admission. The background check and physical are repeated annually. Students accepted into the School of Nursing will receive a complete packet of information and forms upon acceptance into the program. Clinical Agencies: As a nursing student, you may be required to provide a criminal background report and/or drug screening, at your own expense, if required by the clinical agency to which you are assigned, with results reported directly to the clinical agency. If the clinical agency finds the results of the drug screening or criminal background check to be unacceptable, the School of Nursing at Shorter University may not be able to provide further educational experiences, which could impede the student s progression and completion of the nursing degree. Statement of Purpose: Please address your reason for choosing nursing as a profession and how you envision Shorter University supporting your goals in Nursing. The Admission Committee will be reading for content, grammar and spelling. This statement of purpose is a very important part of the application process. Shorter University School of Nursing Application for Admission Fall 2015 Page 2

4 P L E A S E C O M P L E T E ( p r i n t ) S h o r t e r U n i v e r s i t y S c h o o l o f N u r s i n g A p p l i c a t i o n U n d e r g r a d u a t e F o r m First Name Middle Name Maiden Name Last Name Street Address City State Zip Code / / Social Security Number Birthdate Birth Place ( ) ( ) _ Home Phone Cell Phone Address Have you ever been enrolled at Shorter University? If so, when. Check if currently enrolled at Shorter University Scholar ID Gender: M F Married Single U.S. Citizenship: Yes No If not U.S. Citizen, provide the following: Country of Citizenship Type of Immigration Visa Select as Appropriate American Indian/Alaska Native Caucasian Non Hispanic/Latino origin Asian Hispanic/Latino origin Other Black or African American Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander Is English your native language? Yes No If not, please list language Religion Preference/Denomination **(optional) Church Membership **(optional) Emergency Contact Relationship Telephone Signature* Date *My signature indicates that I am providing Shorter University School of Nursing with information that is factually correct, honest and complete. **Completing these categories allows applicant to be considered for additional scholarships and/or grants. Shorter University School of Nursing Application for Admission Fall 2015 Page 3

5 Applicant s Name EDUCATION High School City State Graduation Date Month/Year LIST IN CHRONOLOGICAL ORDER ALL SCHOOLS ATTENDED SINCE HIGH SCHOOL (Last, First) Name City/State Entry Date Departure Date Diploma/ Degree List any courses you are currently taking at the university level and any courses in which you plan to enroll next term. Term Name of course Name of Institution Enrolled List any honor that you have received, as well as community service and extra-curricular activities in which you have been involved. Briefly describe any employment experiences (if applicable). Shorter University School of Nursing Application for Admission Fall 2015 Page 4

6 Bachelor of Science Nursing Common Core Hrs Course Sem Taken Grade Institution/ Location Catalog Year: Outline of Nursing Major Hrs Course Sem Taken 3 FYS 1000 (entering freshmen 6 NUR 3110 Foundations only) 3 ENG 1010 OR ENG NUR 3120 Health Care Assessment 3 ENG 1020 OR ENG NUR 3140 Health Care Delivery 3 ENG 2xxx 2 NUR 3150 Pharmacology I 3 COM NUR 3155 Pharmacology II 0-2 CIS 1000 (If FYS not taken) 6 NUR 3210 Family Centered Care 3 HIS 1020 OR HIS NUR 3220 Vulnerable Populations 3 MAT 1110 OR higher 4 BIO 1010, NUR 3230 Community/Global Health 1 HPE NUR 3310 Community Global Health Mission/Practicum 0.5 HPE Activity 3 NUR 3320 Cultural Diversity and Spiritual Dimensions of Care 0.5 HPE Activity 7 NUR 4110 Adult Health I 3 CST NUR 4120 Research/EBP 3 CST NUR 4130 Leadership Professional Issues 3 ART 1500, 2010 OR MUS 2030, 3430 OR THE NUR 4210 Adult Health II 3 PSY NUR 4220 Senior Practicum 2 NUR 4230 Quality of Care Semester Hours in Common Core 65 Semester Hours in Major Secondary Core (not chosen above) NOTES: 3 PSY 3210 Dev: Birth-Adolesc 3 PSY 3220 Dev: Adulthood-Aging 4 BIO 3010, 3011-Anatomy & Physiology I 4 BIO 3020, 3021 Anatomy & Physiology II 4 BIO 3030, 3031 Microbiology 4 CHE 1020, 1021 Pre-Nursing Chemistry I 3 NAS 3100 OR MAT 3180 OR PSY 3500 OR BUS SOC Semester Hours in Secondary Core Total Combined Semester Hours in Core/Secondary Core TEAS: Total: Science: Math: Other Academic Graduation Requirements: -- A minimum grade of C is required to pass courses; a grade of B in Science and -- Math courses enhance admission eligibility. -- Minimum GPA to enter Nursing Program: Student may repeat one Science, Math, or Nursing course All health records, immunizations, criminal background checks/drug screening, and CPR certification must be on file in the School of Nursing prior to Fall admission. (information and forms provided after acceptance into the School of Nursing) Grade Institution/ Location Shorter University School of Nursing Application for Admission Fall 2015 Page 5