Skip to the head of the line for Nursing Program acceptance and get a guaranteed cohort spot in a future Nursing class!
Newman University's prestigious Nursing Program is accepted by the healthcare industry as one of the most-coveted programs in the Midwest. Normally, students apply for the Nursing Program after completing a series of pre-requisite and general education courses in their first two years as undergraduate students. However, for a select group of high-achieving students, Newman offers a Direct Admission option. Students offered Direct Admission based on a separate application process would be guaranteed a cohort spot in a future Nursing class. Students would not be required to apply during their second year at Newman, provided that program requirements continue to be met.
Direct Admit allows for a seamless transition into the Nursing Program! Take your next step today to join the rank of Newman nurses who are truly making a difference in the world.
Requirements
Students can be admitted to the BSN Nursing Program as Direct Admits as a:
- High school Senior entering their first year in college; OR
- College Freshman with 25 (or less) college credit hours; OR
- High school Graduate within the last 4 months entering NU with 25 (or more) college credit hours.
Students must also meet the following criteria:
- Undergraduate application and admission to Newman University; AND
- High School 3.6+ GPA OR ACT Composite 24+; AND
- College credits 3.0+ GPA (if applicable); AND
- Demonstrated involvement in community service/leadership.
How to Apply
- Create an account as a first-time user online at NewmanU.edu/Apply and submit an Undergraduate application for admission.
- Submit all required transcripts.
- Complete the online application and supporting materials, which includes the submission a professional résumé.
- Deadline: Rolling
- Meet with the Nursing Program Director.
Requirements following successful admission
To retain your guaranteed spot in your nursing cohort once you enroll at Newman, you must:
- Maintain a minimum cumulative 3.00+ GPA while completing the pre-requisite and general education coursework.
- All courses must be completed with a C or better.
- Take all remaining prerequisite/general education courses at Newman University prior to beginning the nursing program.
- Complete an interview with the Admissions and Progressions committee the semester prior to beginning the nursing program.
Georgia Drewes, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at [email protected] or 316-942-4291 x2417 or
Ashton Clarkson, MSN, Director of Nursing at [email protected] or 316-942-4291 x2188