MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion- (BSN-C) Program.

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1 Dear Prospective Student: Thank you for your inquiry regarding the MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion- (BSN-C) Program. This program is an innovative, online program that provides a seamless transition for graduates of diploma and associate degrees in nursing to further their nursing education. We are pleased to assist in your pursuit of nursing education and career advancement. The BSN-Completion (BSN-C) program was started in 1977 to meet the educational needs of registered nurse (RN) graduates of associate degree and diploma schools of nursing. The degree requires hours of general education, 67 hours in nursing (30 hours for basic nursing courses awarded through credit, 31 hours in upper division nursing courses, and 6 hours in related courses), and electives to total at least 125 hours, of which 40 must be upper division credit. All nursing courses are available via the Internet, and some may be offered seated during the day. The BSN-C program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The BSN-C program has two entry points. The traditional BSN-C program admits students once they have graduated from an associate degree or diploma school of nursing, have a valid nursing license, and meets admission requirements. The BSN-C Scholars program admits academically exceptional students from approved associate degree nursing schools while they are in their basic nursing education program and with approval of their program director. They can then take some BSN-C nursing courses while they are completing their associate degree. The enclosed information outlines the admission process. A description of the required nursing courses is also included. Please contact the Missouri State University Department of Nursing at , or toll free at , if you wish to schedule an appointment with the nursing admissions coordinator or if we can assist you in any way. We wish you the best in your academic endeavors. Sincerely, Kathryn L. Hope, Ph.D. Head, Department of Nursing

2 Deadlines for Completed Application (at 5PM CST on the following dates): August 1 for fall admission - December 1 for spring admission - May 1 for summer admission DATE OF APPLICATION: NAME: Miss Mrs. Ms. Mr. (Last) (First) (Middle) (Maiden) ADDRESS: (Street and Number) (City) (State) (Zip Code) TELEPHONE: ADDRESS: SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: DATE OF BIRTH: MSU BEARPASS NUMBER: CLOSEST RELATIVE: RELATIONSHIP: ADDRESS: TELEPHONE: EMPLOYER NAME: DEPARTMENT: EMPLOYER ADDRESS: EMPLOYER PHONE NUMBER: PREVIOUS EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION (Nursing Schools & Colleges in chronological order): Name of School Address Length of Time Date of Graduation Degree or Certification

3 (CONTINUED) 1. Will you be a full time or part time student? Circle one: Full time student Part time student No preference 2. What semester and year do you plan to begin the BSN-C program? 3. Was your basic program accredited by NLNAC? 4. List any courses you have taken previously that may meet BSN-C degree requirements. Course Credit Number Name Hours University/College Date

4 (CONTINUED) 5. List any: (a) professional or community service, or leadership, and (b) previous scholarships and awards. 6. Which clinical experiences are you able to attend? (Circle all that apply.) Daytime Evening Weekend I verify that everything on this application is correct. Signature of applicant - (hard copy or e-signature) Date

5 ADMISSION CHECKLIST Application Materials: M# Submission of Missouri State University Application (online or by mail) Application is available at Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher in all college course work attempted Official Transcripts of all college course work sent to Missouri State Admissions Office Submit the following IN A SINGLE PACKET directly to the Nursing Department: Completed BSN-C application Application Fee of $50.00 (For students admitted Fall 2014 and following) Pay online at RN license without disqualification in state of practice Varicella (chicken pox) titer or vaccination Evidence of vaccination for or immunity titer, to Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) Evidence of vaccination (must complete series of 3 vaccinations) for or immunity titer to, Hepatitis B Evidence of tetanus vaccine (within 10 years, renewed when expired) Proof of negative TB status or medical follow-up (within 1 year, renewed yearly) Evidence of current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification Evidence of professional liability insurance (minimum limits of $1,000,000 each occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate) Evidence of current health insurance Evidence of Family Care Safety Registry online: Arrange for criminal background check (registration obtained through the Nursing Department) Arrange for urine drug screening (registration obtained through the Nursing Department) Additional documentation needed after admittance to program: Mandatory orientation attendance on campus - First Monday before classes start each semester (August, January, June) Academic Plan and Application to Degree Program completed with advisor Blood Borne Pathogens training online yearly (renewed every August) HIPAA Missouri State University training online Signed Student Disclosure Form (renewed every August) Influenza vaccination documentation for clinicals (within 1 year) Purchase Polo Shirt for clinicals Purchase Name Badge for clinicals Pay fee for tracking software (Typhon) $50.00