Important Announcements from the School of Nursing:
Applications for Spring 2011 Now Available
Applications for the Spring 2011 Regular and Part-Time tracks are now available online. Applications must be submitted by September 15, 2010.
Changes to Admission Criteria
- Applicants must complete the three biology courses (BIOL 223, BIOL 224, and BIOL 251) prior to submitting their application to the School of Nursing (SON).
Note: Applicants submitting applications by September 15, 2010 for Spring 2011 entry:
• Must have BIOL 223 and BIOL 224 completed.
• BIOL 251 can be in progress.
• NURS 337 can be in progress.
Note: Applicants submitting applications for Fall 2011 and all future entry:
• Must have BIOL 223, BIOL 224, and BIOL 251 completed.
• NURS 337 can be in progress.
- Applicants for the Regular and Part-Time Track may have no more than 12 credit hours pending completion for the Spring semester entry.
- Accelerated, Regular, and Part-Time Track applicants for Fall semester entry may have no more than 16 credit hours pending completion at the time of application.
Prerequisite Changes
- Mathematics: Math 120 or higher (does not include Math 122 and 123) [change from Math 124]
- NURS 337 (Pathophysiology) [new]
- NURS 122 (Medical Terminology) [change from 3 credits to 2 credits]
Today’s nurses are on the front lines of health care—making a difference and leading change in every aspect of the field. And as a nursing student at NSC, you’ll gain both the skills and the experience you need to thrive in this rewarding—and growing—profession.
Nursing programs at NSC focus on the central goals of the profession within the context of a caring-based framework. Whether you’re a first-time college student or already have a bachelor’s or RN degree, we’ll prepare you to launch a great career.
Whichever program you choose, you’ll work directly with dedicated faculty who are experienced nurses themselves. In small classes, you’ll have the chance to ask questions and get to know your classmates and future colleagues.
You’ll also have plenty of support when you need it. Your academic advisor will work closely with you to design a course of study to meet your goals. Call (702) 992-2160 to find out who is your academic advisor during your pre-nursing major coursework. Once you are admitted to the nursing major, you will interact with a nursing faculty advisor.
We’d love to tell you more about the School of Nursing at NSC. Browse our FAQs, plan a visit to campus, or contact us. We look forward to hearing from you!