RN to BSN Application Process

Desired Entry Semester Applications Accepted Core Course Grades Posted Selection Notification
Fall Semester January 1 - March 31 Spring Semester Spring Semester
Spring Semester June 1 - August 31 Fall Semester Fall Semester

1

Complete Application

  • Complete a Utah State University (USU) Admissions Application and be accepted (if not currently enrolled or returning from a Leave of Absence). There is a $50 application fee.
    • Submit all official college transcripts (if transfer student); or high school or GED verification to USU Admissions.
    • TOEFL score is required for non-native English-speaking students.
2

Complete Prerequisites

Prerequisite requirements:
  • 2.67 overall GPA
  • RN courses completed with a grade of B- or better
  • Three course attempts for any one course will be accepted, with a maximum of 10 total repeats, including transfer or equivalent courses
  • Applicants must have completed an AAS/ADN RN program in an accredited program approved by the US Department of Education
3

Pay Nursing Application Fee

         

         
         
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4

Complete the online RN to BSN Application

  • Submit copy of receipt for non-refundable $30.00 application fee in PDF format.
  • Submit a copy of your current, unencumbered RN license. If currently enrolled in an AAS/ADN nursing program, please submit copy of RN license by the first day of your first semester in the USU RN to BSN program
  • Submit information on where and when you completed your AAS/ADN RN degree
  • Submit a personal statement, 150 words or less, double spaced, 12-point font in PDF format
    • Provide a brief description of your purpose for pursuing your BSN and your goals with completion of the degree
  • Submit a professional resume in PDF format that includes total years of RN and relevant healthcare experience
5

Decision

Letters of acceptance/non-acceptance will be sent 6-8 weeks after application close date.
6

Accepting Position

If you accept a position in the RN to BSN program, you will be required to abide by certain policies and procedures found in the Student Handbook.
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Upon Admission

1

Scholarship Application

Apply for scholarships prior to the May 1 deadline for fall semester entry, and prior to the October 24 deadline for spring entry students.
2

Meet Pre-program Requirements

For fall semester start students, your pre-program requirements are due November 15. For spring semester start students, your pre-program requirements are due April 15. Full instructions are provided with your acceptance letter:
  • Submit a copy of your current/unencumbered Registered Nursing license.