Department of Health Professions Practicing LPN Application to ASN-RN Program Thank you for your interest in the Health Professions Programs at - UM. As you prepare your application for submission, there are a few items to consider. This application is for current Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) applying to the Associate of Science Registered Nursing Program (ASN-RN). If you are not already enrolled at - UM, an application for admission must be completed as well. Please follow the application directions carefully. In order to be eligible to apply to the Associate Degree Nursing program at - UM the following must be demonstrated: General Associate of Arts (AA) Program Requirements BIOH 201 & BIOH 202N Anatomy and Physiology I 4 BIOH 211 & BIOH 212N Anatomy and Physiology II For students who 4 completed the one semester (6 or 7 credit) Anatomy & Physiology course, you must complete BIOH 211 & 211N M 121 OR M121 College Algebra or 3 M115 Linear & Probability or M 152 Pre-Calculus with Algebra or M 153 Pre-Calculus with Trig or M 171 Calculus WRIT 101 English Composition 3 PSYX 100S Introduction to Psychology 4 CHMY 121 Introduction to General Chemistry 3 CHMY 122 Introduction to General Chemistry Lab 1 NUTR 221N Nutrition 3 NRSG 100 Introduction to Nursing 1 Completion of BIOH 201 & BIOH 202 (A&P I) and BIOH 211 & BIOH 212 (A&P II), with a minimum of a B grade within 2 attempts. All other pre-nursing courses completed as outlined in catalogue with a grade of C or better. Maximum of two attempts per course. Most recent grade earned will be used to calculate GPA. Rev. 09/10/2015 1
Applicants must have an unencumbered LPN license. It is not required, but highly recommended for the Associated of Science Registered Nursing Program, (ASN-RN) that BIOM 250N Microbiology in Health Sciences, BIOM 251N Microbiology in Health Science Lab and SOC 101S Introduction to Sociology be completed prior to entering the program due to a scheduling conflict with ASN clinical days. Your application will be evaluated for minimum eligibility and then ranked in two steps. Each step and category is carefully considered and valuable in the application process. The two steps of the application process: 1. Submitted application materials 2. Interview (of top 30 ranked applicants) Step 1: Cumulative GPA of at least 2.75. Unencumbered LPN nursing license for the State of Montana. Selective GPA from Associate Degree and Practical Nursing Program courses (50% of application score). Proctored STEP (RN Readiness) test score. This is a proctored online RN readiness examination (25% of application score). It will be offered: i. Monday, November 9, 2015; 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. AD 16 ii. Tuesday, November 10, 2015; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. AD 15 iii. Thursday, November 12, 2015; 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. AD 15 iv. Friday, November 13, 2015; 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. AD 14 Please call the Administrative Associate at 243-7846 to schedule STEP test after you have turned in your application. Allotted time for the test is 3 hours plus registration and payment time. You will need to bring some type of electronic payment to purchase the test online. The cost is $19.00. Step 2: The top thirty ranked applicants will be invited to an interview with a selection committee. Date, time and place to be scheduled (25% of application score). The application is ranked on the scores of the STEP test, GPA, and interview. Selection Process 1. Step I: Applications will be read and ranked. All applicants will be notified regarding their selection status as soon as possible after final grades for the semester have been Rev. 09/10/2015 2
posted. This process takes approximately 1-2 weeks. Please do not call or email. Notification letters to all applicants will be sent out. 2. Step II: Top 30 ranked candidates will receive an invitation Selected candidates are required to participate in an interview for consideration. The Nursing Program Selection Committee will then make final selections for acceptance into the ASN RN Program. The decision of the Selection Committee is final. The Selection Committee reserves the right to decline any nursing program applicant based on the application packet and interview process. 3. ASN accepted students will be notified by letter as soon as possible. Please Do Not call the Administrative Assistant to inquire about acceptance status. Please note: Successful completion of the ASN Nursing Program does not guarantee a Montana State nursing license. Nurses cannot practice in the profession of nursing until they have successfully passed a National Certification Exam. Acceptance for taking National Certification Exams is approved or denied by the Montana State Board of Nursing on an individual basis. If you have a criminal conviction, you may be denied. Montana State Board of Nursing 301 South Park PO Box 200513 Helena, MT 59620 www.nurse.mt.gov Application Steps Review the application requirements. Consult a nursing faculty advisor or program director if you have questions. Have a current and unencumbered LPN license. Compile the requested material. LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE APPLYING TO ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE REGISTERED NURSING PROGRAM A letter stating which program you are applying to with your current address and phone number. Completed Nursing Program Application form. Application to must be done online or at the Admissions Office if accepted to the Nursing Program. Transcripts, evaluation of transfer courses and/or waivers: Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Unofficial transcript of courses currently in progress. Rev. 09/10/2015 3
Completed Transcript Release Form (if applicable): this form allows administrative assistant to obtain grades for courses currently in progress at time of application. This form can be accessed on the web. 1. Go to The University of Montana webpage at: www.umt.edu. 2. Go to the A-Z index and select R for Registrar s office. 3. On the right side of the picture, select Transcripts. 4. At the top of the page under the word Transcripts select Request for Transcript and the form will appear. 5. Print the form, complete it and enclose it in the envelope with your application. (You do not need to pay the fee). If you are unable to access the form online, you may obtain one from the Registrar s office. Course Waiver, Transfer and Substitution completed, if applicable. You may obtain this form from the Registrar s office. STEP test score (from proctored exam on campus) after application is submitted. Date choices are listed above. LPN License - Enclose a copy of your current, unencumbered LPN license. Submit the completed application by Monday, November 2 no later than 12 noon. NOTE: Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. Rev. 09/10/2015 4
Fall 2015 Application for Nursing: Missoula This application is for students applying to the Associate of Science Nursing Program starting January 2016. You must have a current, unencumbered LPN license and have completed, or will complete by the end of Fall semester 2015, all prerequisite classes. This application must be legible. If you are not already enrolled at UM and are accepted into the Nursing Program you must also complete an application for admission which is available at: www.cte.umt.edu Personal Information Full Legal Name Last First Middle Previous Names(s) Last First Middle Last four (4) digits of Social Security Number Student ID 790 Permanent mailing address City State Zip Phone ( ) - Current mailing address City State Zip Phone ( ) - UM Connect E-mail address Permanent E-mail address LPN License # Rev. 09/10/2015 5
We hope this is helpful to you. Applications must be received by Monday, November 2, 2015 no later than 12 noon. Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. If you have questions or concerns, please contact the Nursing Program Administrative Associate by phone at (406) 243-7846 or email at sam.seidensticker@mso.umt.edu, for further information. Associate Degree Nursing (ASN) Program complete application should contain the following: Cover letter Application form (program) completed in full. Unofficial transcripts from all MUS courses. Unofficial transcripts from all other colleges and universities attended. Transcript Request Form signed and dated if taking courses during your application semester. Copy of current, unencumbered LPN license. The application must be in a sealed 9 by 12 envelope with your name, address, and the program you are applying to on the outside of the envelope. Submit to: Nursing Program Selection Committee C/O Nursing Administrative Assistant Nursing Administration Offices - UM 909 South Avenue West Missoula, MT 59801 Thank you for your interest in - UM Associate Degree Nursing program. Rev. 09/10/2015 6