爆料社区

Program Details

• ADMISSION

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  Admission Requirements

  • Bachelor鈥檚 degree from a regionally accredited institution, or U.S. equivalent for degree coursework completed outside of the U.S.
  • Minimum 2.5 GPA in the last 60 units completed
  • Passage of the TEAS exam version 7 with a minimum 71.0 percent composite score.
    • For applicants unable to take the exam at a physical location, ATI is offering a virtually proctored exam which will also be accepted for the ABSN program. More information about this:
      
    • When you are completing your application, in the program materials section, please upload the PDF of your TEAS score that is sent to your email or download the PDF from the ATI website and upload the score to your application. (Example)
    • TEAS Version 7 is the only version that we are accepting for consideration into the ABSN program and we will not accept a photo of any kind for the TEAS score. 
    • You may take the TEAS exam as many times as you鈥檇 like (although each testing site may have limits, you may use various sites if needed); your highest score is taken under consideration
  • Minimum 2.75 GPA in the pre-nursing core (see below)

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  Find out what happens after you apply

  Pre-Nursing Core

  You are required to fulfill the pre-nursing core prior to admission. The pre-nursing core can be fulfilled through coursework taken at other universities or community colleges. For a list of articulated courses at other institutions, please visit the  (CA Community Colleges only) OR  also provides some course articulation information for many schools across the US. Here more details about how we assess courses to meet the Pre-Nursing Core.

  Pre-Nursing Core Courses

  Courses

  Course (CSU GE area)	Course (units)	Co-requisite (C) Prerequisite (P)
  BIOL 175 (B2)	Intro to Anatomy/Physiology I (4)	None
  BIOL 176 (B2)	Intro to Anatomy/Physiology II (4)	P - BIOL 175
  BIOL 160 (B2)	Microbiology (4)	None
  CHEM 105 (B1)	General, Organic & Biochemistry for Life (4)	P
  CHEM 105L (B3)	General, Organic & Biochemistry for Life Laboratory (1)	C - CHEM 105
  MATH (B4)	Any CSU B4 Statistical Mathematics Course (3)	P
  GEO 102 (A1)	Oral Communication (3)	None
  GEW 101 (A2)	Written Communication (3)	None
  Choose One (A3)	LTWR 115 - Critical Reading & Thinking (3)	P - GEW 101
  	MATH 110 - Critical Thinking (3)	None
  	PHIL 110 - Critical Thinking (3)	None
  	PSYC 110 - Critical Thinking in Psychology (3)	None

  Please note: All science courses completed must include labs. 爆料社区 will accept online courses (for all requirements) from Regionally Accredited Institutions.

  International Applicants: Oral Communication, Written Communication and Critical Thinking must be taken in the United States.

  Special Requirements

  Health Insurance

  All students must provide proof of current healthcare insurance to the School of Nursing by the designated deadline. The deadline information will be provided at the School of Nursing orientation session. This is a mandatory requirement.

  Background Check and Drug Screening

  Additionally, you will be required to complete a background check upon conditional admission to the School of Nursing. Below is the background check and drug screen policy:

  • The Office of Extended Learning will email each student in the cohort a letter of conditional admission. Once offer is accepted, students will receive an email with instructions on how to place an order for a background check/drug screen. Students will have approximately two weeks to order their background check online and complete the drug screen. If this deadline is not met, the student will not be guaranteed a seat in the cohort.
  • Students who have a flagged background check will not be admitted to the nursing program. Students will be able to join a later cohort pending space available when their background check is unflagged.
  • In addition, some clinical sites will require students to complete a Live Scan clearance. If the student does not clear the Live Scan process, then s/he may not be permitted to attend the clinical rotation. The student risks dismissal from the program should this occur.

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  NOTICE TO STUDENTS re: PROFESSIONAL LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
  California State University programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student to meet California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the California State University and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.The California State University has not determined whether its programs meet other states鈥� educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students enrolled in a California State University program who are planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether they will meet their state鈥檚 requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR 搂668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).

• COSTS

  Cost Breakdown

  Semester	Units*	Subtotal**
  Fall Semester 1	16	$10,720
  Spring Semester 1	13	$8,710
  Summer Semester 1	13	$8,710
  Fall Semester 2	15	$10,050
  Spring Semester 2	10	$6,700
  Total	67	$44,890

  *Unit rate for this program is $670 (Effective Fall 2023) (discounts available for active duty military, view details)

  **University semester fees not included. View complete breakdown of Extended Learning fees. Semester tuition subtotals based on sample program sequence. All quoted tuition rates are based on previous academic years and are subject to change without notice.

  Funding and Financial Aid

  • This program is eligible for financial aid
  • Visit the Extended Learning funding page or call 760-750-4850 to learn more about your funding options
  • Federal VA educational benefits can be used for this program (not eligible for Cal Vet fee waiver)
  • Active duty military, veterans and dependents should visit the military services page or call 760-750-8705
• COURSE SEQUENCE

  View course descriptions and specific program requirements on the . 

  Please note: This program has a set schedule of courses that you are expected to follow as part of your cohort.

   Sample Schedule for Fall Start (effective Fall 2023)

  Example Semester

  Semester	Course (units)
  Fall Semester 1	NURS 300 (4) NURS 301 (2) NURS 314 (3) NURS 315 (2) NURS 352 (3) NURS 304 (2)
  Spring Semester 1	NURS 316A (2) NURS 322 (4) NURS 323 (3) NURS 360 (2) NURS 361 (2)
  Summer Semester 1	NURS 332 (2) NURS 333 (2) NURS 480 (2) NURS 330 (2) NURS 331 (2) PHIL 345 (3)
  Fall Semester 2	NURS 316B (2) NURS 324 (4) NURS 325 (3) NURS 450 (2) NURS 451 (1)
  Spring Semester 2	NURS 440 (4) NURS 445 (3) NURS 490 (1) NURS 491 (2) ANTH 301 (3)

  Schedule is subject to change.

   Time Commitment

  • This is a full-time program and will require a major commitment of time to complete. You should consider the demanding nature of this program prior to submitting an application.
  • You will be required to complete approximately 67 units of study within the five-academic term program including one summer term.
  • Approximately 22 units of the program consist of clinical study.
  • Students admitted to the Accelerated BSN cohort will enter with a pre-designated course of study and are guaranteed a space in every class.
  • Clinical rotations may vary by day and time each month, so you should not plan on working while enrolled in this program.
  • Classes and clinicals may be scheduled on Saturdays and Sundays.

  Please note: you may not take courses independently or fulfill program course requirements by taking courses at other institutions.

  All 爆料社区 nursing students must:

  • Meet pre-nursing core requirements
  • Pass a background check and a drug test
  • Understand the program鈥�s expectations of nursing students

  Additional Required Courses

  You are required to fulfill the following BRN specific courses by the end of the third semester in the program. Some may have been done as part of your first degree. For a list of articulated courses at other institutions, visit the . For courses taken out-of-state, please consult your Extended Learning academic advisor.

  • Social Science
  • Behavioral Science (must be in Psychology department)

  Program Support Courses

  You are required to take program support courses in residence at 爆料社区. These courses are considered part of the ABSN program and will be scheduled through Extended Learning for your scheduled cohort. For more information, please consult your Extended Learning academic advisor.

  • PHIL 345: Bioethics and Medical Ethics (3 units)
  • ANTH 301: Culture and Medicine Healers and Healing Practices (3 units)
• FAQ

  Below are some common questions we receive about this program. For a complete list of FAQs and answers, please visit: /el/admissions/prospectivestudents/admissionprocess/absnfaqs.html

  What are the requirements for ABSN? 

  The minimum requirements for ABSN include:  

  • Bachelor's degree 

  • 2.5 GPA in last 60 semester units/90 quarter units 

  • 71% on TEAS exam (version 7) 

  • 2.75 in pre-nursing core 

  • Completion of all pre-nursing core:  

  • *Anatomy/Physiology I (with lab) 

  • *Anatomy/Physiology II (with lab) 

  • Microbiology (with lab) 

  • Chemistry (with lab) 

  • Statistics 

  • Oral Communication  

  • Written Communication 

  • Critical Thinking 

  *We also accept the following sequence: Anatomy (with lab) and Physiology (with lab) 

  All minimum requirements must be met by the deadline. Requirements and additional details can be found on our website, under 鈥淎dmission鈥�: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/ 

  How are admission decisions made? 

  We use a points system. You can find our point breakdown here: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/absnprogramassignedpointscriteria.pdf  

  Factors outside of the criteria listed on the points breakdown document (last 60 GPA, pre-nursing core GPA, and TEAS score) are not considered.  

  See additional information in the Admission: Points section of this document.  

  Do courses/prerequisites expire? 

  No. Courses/perquisites do not expire. We don鈥檛 have a recency requirement. 

  Can I apply if my prerequisites are in progress? 

  No. To be fully considered for admission, all requirements must be met by the deadline, no exceptions. The deadlines are for the application, transcripts, grades for prerequisites, and TEAS. All available terms and deadlines are posted on our website: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/  

  Can I apply if my degree is in progress? 

  Students can apply with their degree in progress as long as all minimum requirements are met and they can show proof of their degree prior to starting the program.  

  I have completed college coursework or a degree outside of the United States. How will I know which of these credits will be accepted at 爆料社区? 

  You will need to have your coursework evaluated by an independent evaluation company. You must use a 爆料社区 approved foreign transcript evaluation agency. You may choose any evaluation company on this list. Once you receive the official evaluation, please send a photocopy of the evaluation to: 
  Cal State University San Marcos 
  Office of Admissions and Recruitment 
  333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Road 
  San Marcos, CA 92096 
  Attn: ABSN 
  *The university will not accept Area A courses (A1, A2, and A3) from institutions outside of the country. 

  I want to have my courses reviewed prior to applying, how can I meet with an Academic Advisor? 

  Due to the number of inquiries and applications that we receive, we are unable to offer pre-admission advising.  Students must apply in order to be reviewed for eligibility.  

  We kindly ask that you do not send inquiries regarding course approval/equivalencies, we only review courses when reviewing applicants for eligibility.  

  We encourage students to self-assess using the following resources:  

  ASSIST.ORG:   

  TES:   

  Content Requirements: /el/programs/health- 

  Will I receive feedback on my courses or points after I apply? 

  No. Due to the volume of applications and inquires received, we are unable to provide feedback to applicants. If you are denied, you are welcome to re-apply.  

  Factors outside of the criteria listed on the points breakdown document (last 60 GPA, pre-nursing core GPA, and TEAS score) are not considered.  

  The points breakdown can be found here: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/absnprogramassignedpointscriteria.pdf Admission stats can be found here: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/absnstats.html 

  When does the program begin? 

  At this time, the ABSN program accepts two cohorts (60 students) to our San Marcos location in the fall (August) and spring (January) and one cohort (60 students) in Temecula each summer. Please note that students can expect to attend classes/labs at both campuses (Temecula and San Marcos), regardless of which location they were admitted to.  Deadlines and application links can be found on our website: /el/programs/health-medical/bsnursingaccelerated/  

  Do I need to send all transcripts?  

  Yes. We need a full academic record, including AP scores. Applications are not considered complete until all transcripts are received. Incomplete applications are not reviewed. All transcripts should arrive by the deadline. Please plan accordingly.  

  I received a denial email, what are my next steps? 

  • Did you apply with pre-nursing coursework in-progress or missing?
    Re-apply once all pre-nursing coursework has been completed 
    
    
  •  Did you apply with a TEAS score below 71% or missing?
    Re-apply once you have received a 71% or higher
    
    
  • Review the ABSN statistics
    Are your self-assessed points competitive (close to the averages)?
    If not, consider retaking pre-nursing coursework and/or TEAS and reapply for another term 

  What does a typical day look like for an ABSN student? 

  This is a daytime, full-time, in-person program. Lectures/classes will be held 1-2 days a week. There is no set class schedule, it will look different each semester. Students can expect to attend classes/labs at both campuses (Temecula and San Marcos), regardless of which location they were admitted to. The schedule for clinical rotations will vary by student and it will look different each term.   

  Am I eligible to receive financial aid as a second bachelor's degree student? 

  Yes. Anyone seeking financial aid must submit a FAFSA or Renewal FAFSA between January 1 and March 2 for the following academic year to receive priority consideration for funds. are accepted after March 2; however, funding options may be limited. Applications are available in the 爆料社区 Financial Aid and Scholarship Office and other colleges or local high schools. Be aware that in order to apply for any type of financial aid, all males between the ages of 18 and 26 are required to register with the . 爆料社区鈥檚 Title IV School Code is 030113. Please visit 爆料社区 Financial Aid for more information.