Degree Options
Second Degree Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Accelerated Track
How to Apply
Students who wish to be considered for admission to the School of Nursing must first be accepted to IUPUI as a second undergraduate degree-seeking student. This process will begin the credit transfer review of courses you have completed. Official transcripts are needed from all institutions attended and must be sent directly to admissions for review. This evaluation must take place before a program planning sheet can be completed by an advisor. Admission requirements are subject to change at any time.
Admission checklist
- Be admitted to IUPUI as a degree-seeking student prior to applying to the nursing program. Apply now if you haven't yet done so. Depending upon your circumstances, you may need to submit one of the following applications to the IUPUI Office of Admissions. Applications can be found on the IUPUI Admissions web site. Please confirm that your admission status with the university is current and active. This will help prevent delays in registration.
- Never attended IUPUI –apply through Office of Admissions as a new student http://enroll.iupui.edu
- Applied previously, but did not enroll in classes – need to update application http://enroll.iupui.edu/admissions/update
- Attended another IU campus- If you are currently registered at an IU campus other than IUPUI, you must submit a Permanent Intercampus Transfer Application to the Office of Admissions at the same time as you submit your application to the School of Nursing. If your admission status with the university is not active the semester you are accepted to Nursing, you will not be able to register for classes at IUPUI.
Note: you will need to submit a new application by clicking on the Apply Now button and logging in with your IU username and pass phrase. In response to the question about your current student status, select "Currently enrolled or have attended an IU campus." This status should automatically waive any application fees. If you are requested to pay a second application fee, please contact the IUPUI Office of Admissions.
The Intercampus Transfer Application can be found at: http://enroll.iupui.edu/admissions/undergraduate/intercampus
- Previously attended IUPUI, but have been out for two or more semesters –If you have previously attended IUPUI and have either earned a degree or been out for 2 or more semesters, you are required to submit a Returning Student Application. This must be done at the same time that you submit your School of Nursing application. The Returning Student Application can be found at: http://returnto.iupui.edu
Students who have applied for undergraduate admission to IUPUI within the past 18 months may update their application without having to resubmit the application fee. If it has been more than 18 months since you applied, please submit a new application for admission.
- Never attended IUPUI –apply through Office of Admissions as a new student http://enroll.iupui.edu
- Provide a copy of the program-planning sheet approved by an academic advisor. Please contact the Center for Academic Affairs, (317) 274-2806, to schedule an appointment. This appointment must be completed before the application deadline.
- Fulfill all program requirements with the grade of C (2.0) or higher by the second completed attempt; the grade of C- (1.7) is not acceptable; any "X" grades will count as one attempt. A minimum 2.7 cumulative grade point average (GPA) from your first completed bachelor's degree is required.
Effective for Fall 2010 applicants: a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 from your first completed bachelor's degree is required to apply. Science courses (anatomy, physiology, and microbiology) must also be completed at the end of spring semester. Column Chart of BSN Dates and Deadlines - Repeat no more than three courses or two science courses in order to earn a C or better. Applies only to specified courses within the 59-61 credit hours required for admission. No more than two science requirements may be repeated. The most recent attempt will be used.
- Take independent study final exams or remove any incomplete (I) by the semester or term prior to the beginning of the accelerated BSN option in order that these courses may be used in the admission calculation.
- Conditionally admitted students will be required to purchase a national criminal background report from the approved vendor Certified Background (directions for requesting report will be included in offer of admittance to program).
- Complete the online accelerated BSN option application by September 15 for the spring (January) term, by January 15 for the summer (May) term, and by March 15 for the fall (August) term.
Please note: Coursework completed at other colleges or universities must be officially evaluated by the Office of Enrollment Services so that all transfer credits can be applied to your Indiana University transcript. Submitting inaccurate and false information or withholding information may result in denial of admission or dismissal if admitted.
Application dates and notification of admission status
Please note that applications received after these dates will not be considered. Admissions requirements are subject to change at any time.
Fall admission (August) applications will be available January 15.
- Applications are due March 15.
- Admission status will be determined in June.
Spring admission (January) applications will be available July 15.
- Applications are due September 15.
- Admission status will be determined in December.
Summer admission (May) applications will be available October 15.
- Applications are due January 15.
- Admission status will be determined in March.
Applicants should have an alternative plan in place in case they are not admitted. Some students will continue taking general education requirements with the intention of applying again in the future. Some applicants may wish to explore admission to the traditional BSN option. Once you learn of your final admission status, follow "schedule adjustment" procedures to update your registration in accordance with your plans.
Limits on applications and refusals
Although there is no limit on the number of times you can apply for admission to the Indiana University School of Nursing, there is a limit on the number of offers of admission that you can turn down. Students who refuse an offer of admission two times are ineligible for Bachelor of Science in Nursing admission on any Indiana University campus.
Independent study course deadlines
Because it takes longer for independent study course grades to be posted to your official transcript, it is important that you take the final exam for an independent study course during the semester prior to applying. If you are not able to take the exam in time, your course grade may not be posted to your transcript, and will not be used in calculation. However, you must complete the course before entering the program.
Orientation
Orientation is required for all students admitted to the accelerated BSN option. You will be notified of a specific orientation date, time, and location in your official letter of admission.
The program is designed to provide an introduction to School of Nursing services, personnel, and curriculum, and offers an opportunity to meet faculty and mingle with your classmates. An optional CPR training class will also be provided for those students who need to obtain current CPR certification or update an expired card. Days and times for the class will be announced. Please review the requirements for all students upon admission.
Ready to apply?
- Have you been admitted to IUPUI as a second-degree seeking student?
- Have you obtained a program planning sheet from a School of Nursing Academic Advisor?
I have read all instructions and am now ready to apply for the following term:
