Admission Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Admission Requirements

First-time freshmen and transfer students interested in pursuing a BSN are admitted to the university as pre-nursing students, and must complete the required prerequisite courses to be considered for the nursing major. Students may be selected for admission to the nursing major each fall and spring semester. Selection is made through a holistic application review.

A 30-unit LVN option is available on a space and course availability basis. California Baptist University College of Nursing has a process in place for a student to obtain credit for previous education or other acquired knowledge in the field of nursing, including military education and experience, through equivalence, challenge examinations, or other methods of evaluation.

1. Acceptance to California Baptist University. Admission standards for Undergraduate Studies at California Baptist University can be found in the Admissions section of the University Catalog.
2. A minimum 2.7 Grade Point Average
3. Prerequisites. All prerequisites must be completed with a grade of C or higher
   • Composition
   • Intermediate Composition
   • Intermediate Algebra or Introductory Statistics
   • Oral Communication
   • Lifespan Development
   • Fundamentals of Chemistry
   • Organic and Biochemistry for Health Sciences with Lab
   • Human Anatomy/Physiology with Lab (2 semesters)
   • Human Microbiology with Lab
4. Nursing Program Online Application, including transcripts, two letters of recommendation, Conduct Clearance, and Release and Waiver form.
5. A Comprehensive essay of no more than 1000 words that includes the following elements:
   • How you will support the mission of California Baptist University College of Nursing
   • What gifts you bring to the California Baptist University College of Nursing
   • Significant events and influences that have affected your approach to nursing
   • Long-term professional goals
6. Pre-Admission Examination
7. Interview with the College of Nursing

Post-Admissions Requirements

1. Proof of Identification
2. Clearances:
   • Background Check Clearance
   • Health Clearance
   • Drug Testing
   • CPR Certification
   • Proof of Health Insurance
   • Reliable Form of Transportation with Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance