Are there any prerequisites or entrance exams required for admission into the College of Nursing?
There are no prerequisites or entrance examinations required for admission.
When can I apply?
Students should submit an application and required credentials by the priority application date to receive full consideration for admission and scholarships at the College of Nursing. The College of Nursing does not admit students for the spring semester.
What is the profile of admitted students?
The number of applicants applying to our Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program has increased significantly, which, in turn, has increased the competitiveness for admission. This past year the average grade point average for transfer students into the College of Nursing was 3.5. First year students were generally in the top 20-25% of their class with competitive grade point averages and SAT scores.
Is the BS in Nursing Program offered as evening or weekend program?
The College of Nursing does not offer an evening or weekend program.
Where can I complete an application?
Applications must be completed online at http://www.admissions.rutgers.edu. Paper applications no longer exist.
Is there a separate application I must fill out to be considered for admission to the College of Nursing?
No. You must complete the general Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey Undergraduate application. You will be able to select either College of Nursing – Newark or College of Nursing – New Brunswick under the Program Choices section of the application.
When is the application deadline?
The priority application deadline is January 15 of each year. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a space-available basis only.
Which campus must I attend as a College of Nursing student?
The baccalaureate nursing program is available on both the Newark and New Brunswick campuses. When applying, students must choose either College of Nursing – Newark or College of Nursing – New Brunswick under the Program Choices section of the application. You must choose one campus. You may not choose both.
Are admission criteria different for the Newark and New Brunswick campuses?
No. Admission criteria are the same for both campuses.
If I affiliate with the New Brunswick program and wish to reside on campus, on which campus can I live?
College of Nursing – New Brunswick students may reside on either the Rutgers College or Douglass College campuses.
http://www.douglass.rutgers.edu
http://rutgerscollege.rutgers.edu
What are the requirements for admission into the baccalaureate program?
- Transfer students must submit both official high school and undergraduate transcripts.
- Grade point average of 3.0 or higher (Students are selected on a competitive basis therefore the GPA required for an actual offer of admission may be higher depending on the applicant pool)
- Evidence of strong performance in high school science coursework
- Completion of an application
- $50 application fee
