RN to BSN Program Minimum Requirements For Acceptance

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1 RN to BSN Program Minimum Requirements For Acceptance Admission to Western Washington University Admission to the RN to BSN program Currently a Registered Nurse or in the last year of a pre-licensure associate degree or diploma nursing program Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher on college level work Successful completion of a background check. Applicants without a social security number are encouraged to call the HSR Department Manager at for more details Signed RN to BSN Expectations for Academic and Professional Performance 17 December

2 RN to BSN Program - Application Process Overview Send formal application documents mailed directly by references to: Western BSN Program Application Review 516 High Street, Miller Hall 318 MS 9091 Bellingham, WA Step One: Apply to Western Washington University Complete the Western Washington University Application for Transfer and Post Baccalaureate Application for Extended Education. The application form for admission is not fillable; please print and mail as directed on the form. Official transcripts from all institutions in sealed envelopes Admission application fee International students IELTS or TOEFL scores. See WWU Admissions website Re-Applying: Any applicant who is not accepted to the program must reapply to Western and the program for future consideration. Step Two: Apply to the RN to BSN Program Complete the RN-BSN Program Application Current resume Goal statement essay RN-BSN Expectations for Academic and Professional Performance Criminal Conviction Disclosure Three Professional References (academic; supervisor; other professional) Priority Deadline: April 1 (end of next business day, if weekend or holiday) Submit applications to the address above. Applications received and/or completed after the priority deadline will be considered for acceptance to the program on a space available basis. All applicants will be notified of their application status periodically. 17 December

3 Application Process Overview cont. What Happens After Application to the Program? Applicants to the program will receive an confirming receipt of their program application within a few business days of submission. If you do not receive this confirmation, please call Successful applicants will be offered acceptance into the program via generally within 60 days of the application priority deadline. You must respond within the time specified on your letter of offer to accept your space in the program. All applicants will be periodically contacted during the application review process regarding their status. Depending upon the number of qualified applicants and subsequent cancellations, offers may be made to waitlisted applicants up to the first day of class. Waitlisted applicants are encouraged to submit updated transcripts and contact information to the program as appropriate. Incomplete program applications will not be reviewed until all requirements have been submitted. Step Three: Requirements for Accepted Applicants Upon acceptance to the program, applicants will receive instructions how to submit the following required documentation prior to registration (usually early September). Failure to submit all documentation may result in being dropped from the program and your space being given to someone on the waiting list. Required immunizations: Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Hepatitis B Tetanus, Diphtheria, & Pertussis (Tdap) Varicella (Chicken Pox) Influenza Annual testing for tuberculosis (PPD or IGRA) Provide evidence of current CPR certification Background Clearance Instructions how to initiate a background check with our approved third-party vendor are sent to applicants upon acceptance to the program. Applicants will be able to view their results online. Non-U.S. students or students without a social security number should contact the program manager at for special instructions prior to initiating a clearance check. 17 December

4 RN to BSN Program Application Please sign and date each form before submitting. Respond to every question. Print full legal name (last, first, middle) W# (if prior WWU student) Current mailing address (number/ street, city, state, zip code) Permanent address (if different from above) Phone Home ( ) Work ( ) You must be a Registered Nurse to complete the RN to BSN program. Nursing students in the last year of an associate degree or diploma pre-licensure nursing program may apply to the WWU RN to BSN Program if graduating before starting RN to BSN program coursework. Recent associate degree or diploma prepared nurses may be offered conditional admission pending successful completion of the NCLEX by the end of the second quarter of program coursework. Check the box and complete the sentence that applies to you. I have a pre-licensure associate degree or diploma in nursing from RN license number State Issue Date I am completing my associate degree or diploma in nursing at. I have completed credits towards that degree and expect to finish (Quarter and Year). Expected NCLEX date Check box if you already have a baccalaureate degree. 17 December

5 RN to BSN Program Application - continued Prerequisite Course Completion Prerequisites for the RN to BSN program are: English Composition 5 credits Math - Introduction to Statistics 5 credits Humanities 5-10 credits Introduction to Psychology 5 credits Life Span Psychology 5 credits College Level (100+) General Chemistry with lab 5 credits Anatomy and Physiology with lab 10 credits Microbiology 5 credits Indicate where you plan to take or have completed each prerequisite course by completing the following chart: Prerequisite (Example) English English College/ University Course Credits Term/Year Completed (or planned) Grade Earned WCC Eng Fall 2012 B- Math Intro to Statistics Humanities 100/200 level Humanities (cont. if needed) Introduction to Psychology Life Span Psychology College Level (100+) General Chemistry w/lab Anatomy and Physiology w/lab Microbiology 17 December

6 RN to BSN Program Application - continued Goal Statement Essay The Institute of Medicine (IOM, 2011) has recommended that the percentage of nurses with a BSN or higher be increased by 80% by Describe your future professional goals and how you believe obtaining your BSN will contribute to achieving them. 2. Describe specific expectations and outcomes you desire from your educational experience at WWU. The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN, 2008) advocates for nurses to have a commitment to the health of vulnerable populations and to eliminate health disparities. 3. Describe experiences you have had working in diverse communities or with disadvantaged populations. 4. Describe special talents or skills you have (such as language fluency, research, or travel experience) that reflect your commitment to equitable care of vulnerable populations. Expectations for Academic and Professional Performance Please attach/submit signed contract with this application. Criminal Conviction Disclosure Please attach/submit signed disclosure with this application. Resume Please attach/submit a current resume. Include all education, employment and professional activities. Three References* Please list both the name and address for each of the people who will be providing your letters of reference (print legibly). Please alert them that they will receive an from us with instructions shortly. 1. Academic Reference 2. Supervisor Reference 3. Other Professional Reference *applicants are responsible for insuring reference letters are submitted in a timely manner. All Application Materials Submitted by Priority Deadline: April 1 Statement of Accuracy Under penalty of perjury in the state of Washington, I certify that the information submitted in my application materials is accurate and agree to comply with all program requirements. Signature of Applicant Date 17 December