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RN-to-BSN Admission Requirements
The following are Ottawa University RN-to-BSN admissions requirements to be considered for admission. Our
Enrollment Advisors are always available to help if you have questions.
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A completed Ottawa University application for admission (you can apply online or at any of our locations)
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Current, unrestricted RN licensure in the United States (must be maintained throughout the program). Licenses will be verified.
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Successful completion of a criminal background check. Applicant is responsible for this cost.
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Two professional or academic references. Download reference form here (PDF).
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Career Statement of professional experience and goals in nursing (no more than 2 pages). Please include current and previous work experience as an RN (due to the format of the program, current or recent RN work experience is strongly recommended).
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A degree from an accredited* associate degree or diploma-nursing program with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA (per 4.0 scale) on previous coursework.
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Submission of official transcripts of all previous college/university coursework.
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A personal interview (arranged conveniently with the applicant) may be required at the discretion of the Nursing Program Admission Team.
*Regional, national faith-related, or national career-related institutions with CHEA-recognized accreditation.
Additional Items of Note
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All previous college/university credits will be evaluated on an individual basis for transfer to Ottawa University.
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It is the student’s responsibility to have official transcripts from every college/university previously attended forwarded to Ottawa University.
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Evidence of current immunizations (with a health status form) and current copy of CPR (professional/healthcare) card must be received and on file prior to selected observational experiences. These deadline submission dates will be communicated to the students.
*Please Note: Students are responsible for any costs associated with immunization, titers, and/or physical exam. Personal health insurance coverage is highly recommended as a student.
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