Nursing Program Prerequisites
§
Graduation from high school or satisfactory completion of the GED.
§
The completion of one unit each of algebra, general biology with
laboratory, and chemistry with no grade below a “C” before application
to the program (deficiencies can be made up through developmental
studies or college courses).
§
A 2.5 grade point average (GPA) for high school courses** or a 2.5
curricular GPA for college coursework.
§
College students must be in good standing with the most recently
attended institution with a minimum GPA of 2.0.
§
Completion of Nursing Application to
VHCC, SWCC or MECC by the date indicated in the college’s catalog
for each academic year interested in being considered for the Nursing
Program.
§
Satisfactory performance (national percentile score of 45 or higher) on
a nursing pre-admission test. An interview with a faculty member may be
requested by the student.
§
Completion of college placement tests and prescribed developmental work.
**If the student has completed a minimum of 12 college credits that are
included in calculating the curricular GPA (non-development courses),
the 2.5 high school GPA requirement will be waived.
Nursing Entrance Test:
A nursing entrance test is required for admission to the
nursing program. This is a general, comprehensive assessment tool which
can predict an individual’s readiness and capability for successful
completion of an educational program designed to prepare registered
nurses. The test is used to determine placement in the program and to
plan curriculum to meet the academic and social skills of the nursing
applicants. Your college will notify the applicant with details about
test administration after the application deadline. Only those
applicants who have completed the first 5 steps of the application
process will be invited to take the nursing entrance test. The required
fee must be paid on-line through the testing website prior to taking the
test.
LPN to RN Program Applicants:
Students who are Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN’s) must present proof
of licensure as an LPN and have met all prerequisites according to the current
college catalog.
Transfer Students:
Transfer students into the program will be individually evaluated as to appropriate
placement into the nursing program.