Frequently Asked Questions for Pre-Nursing Applicants

• Completed application submitted through Nursing CAS
• Official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
• High school transcripts for first time in college students
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 for high school courses preferred
• Minimum GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) for college courses (if taken
  • (May be granted conditional admission for GPAs 2.00-2.99 that exclude all pre-requisite nursing courses. GPAs under the 3.0 requirement will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Additional documentation may be required.
• One letter of recommendation (academic/professional)
• Resume or curriculum vitae including professional experience as well as extracurricular activities (volunteer services, covid-19 relief, homeless shelter services, sports, religious group volunteer, etc)
• Personal Statement (maximum 500 words) addressing your interest in obtaining a BSN degree and your specific interest in attending CDU.

• For Fall semester start – Final Deadline: June 1^st
• For Summer semester start – Final Deadline: March 1^st

Applications are submitted through the Nursing CAS application portal.

The TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) exam is not required for admission in the BSN program, but will be required for entry into the Nursing Direct/nursing upper division courses. Students must score a minimum of 75% overall and individual modular (Reading, English, Math and Science) score.

No previous healthcare experience is required to apply for the program.

Once the admissions committee has reviewed your application, you will receive an email informing you of the admission decision. If accepted, you will receive further instructions on next steps, such as confirming your enrollment, attending orientation, and registering for classes.

After you’ve been admitted, you’ll need to:

• Confirm your enrollment by the specified deadline.
• Complete any required health screenings, immunizations, or background checks.
• Attend the new student orientation.
• Register for classes.
• Purchase required materials (e.g., uniforms, textbooks, equipment).

Yes, financial aid is available for nursing students through scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study opportunities. Complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) to be considered for federal and state financial aid.

There may be additional fees for clinical rotations, uniforms, lab materials, insurance, and background checks. You will be notified of any special fees in advance. We encourage you to review the tuition structure to understand the full cost of attending.

Yes, you may transfer a maximum of 46 credits for prerequisite course work for the Prelicensure BSN program at CDU. Check with the admissions office for transfer credit policies and have your transcripts evaluated in order to determine if your courses are eligible for transfer.

You will complete your pre-nursing coursework at CDU or be allowed to transfer them for credit following review. You will need to complete two additional courses (NUR418 & NUR419).  Following, students will internally apply for the Nursing Direct phase of the BSN program to start the upper division nursing program.  The following will be assessed: GPA, TEAS scores, and other related academic factors. Students are highly encouraged to attend the monthly BSN – PreNursing to Nursing Direct Application workshops.

If you have any additional questions regarding admissions, please contact Jasmine Verges, Enrollment Specialist.

We encourage prospective students to attend any information sessions or webinars offered by the College of Nursing to learn more about the admissions process.

Many students choose to work while enrolled in an BSN program. Yet, we do not recommend that you work as this is a full-time program, and requires intense time commitment and dedication. It is important to consider that nursing programs are rigorous. Speak with your advisor to develop a schedule that allows you to balance work and school.