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Azusa Pacific University (APU): Online Degree Programs

bachelor of science : nursing

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Nursing (RN to BSN) Degree Completion Program, the student must have:

  • Completed Department of Online Learning Application for Admission
  • A $25 nonrefundable application fee
  • A minimum of 60 units of transferable credit (earned with a C- grade or better) from accredited colleges or universities, documented on official transcripts from each institution attended (Transcripts must be mailed from the colleges or universities directly to APU. A maximum of 70 units may be transferred from a community college.)
  • A grade-point average of 2.0 or above (on a 4.0 scale) in the transferred courses
  • Minimum 23 years of age
  • Be a registered professional nurse, licensed in California, with at least one year of work experience as a registered nurse, and graduated from an accredited associate degree or diploma nursing program. (If it has been more than five years since working as an RN, the refresher course must be taken.)
  • Copy of CPR certificate
  • Copy of RN license
  • Copy of immunization record
  • A reference form identifying persons qualified to judge academic or professional expertise
  • A writing sample that demonstrates written communication skills
 

Prerequisites

Chemistry 3
Pharmacology (UNRS 113) 2
Human Anatomy (BIOL 250 – Includes Lab) 4
Human Physiology (BIOL 251 – Includes Lab) 4
Microbiology (BIOL 220 – Includes Lab) 4
Human Growth and Development (PSYC 290 – Lifespan) 3
Total 20 units

When the above requirements have been met, the student will receive a letter of admission and statement of transfer credit.
This program is not recommended for students who lack proficiency in basic academic skills, especially collegiate-level English communication skills.
International students: Please refer to the International Center website, or call (626) 812-3055 for specific details regarding international Admission Requirements, financial information, and other general policies.