There is a critical shortage of caregivers in the United States, made more pronounced since the COVID-19 pandemic’s accelerated turnover rates and an aging workforce. While the demand for nurses is high, however, the availability of training programs is lacking. Albertus is proud to be a part of the solution to Connecticut’s nursing shortage as we introduce our newest degree—the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)—in Spring 2025. |
| Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)* | 83 |
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
Requirement: - Secondary/high school transcript, diploma, and test scores, if applicable, with notarized English translation.
- The recommended distribution:
- Four (4) years of English
- Three (3) years of Mathematics
- Three (3) years of Social Studies
- Two (2) years of Natural Science
- Three (3) years of the same foreign language (if applicable)
- If you are completing a secondary/high school outside of the United States, you are required to submit a document-by-document translation and evaluation. Albertus Magnus College will accept evaluations from any foreign transcript evaluator that is a member of National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). World Education Services (WES) Is Albertus Magnus College prefered service.
To be eligible for admission into the BSN program, students must meet the following criteria:
Transfer and College Coursework Standards Coursework must be completed at a U.S. Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) accredited institution. Coursework from non-USDE/CHEA institutions may be accepted through approved articulation agreements.
All courses must be completed with a minimum grade of C (2.0) or Pass (P) equivalent.
Science coursework used for program requirements must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher and must have been completed within the past five years.
Transfer and Albertus Magnus College coursework are both included in GPA calculations.
Minimum Credit and GPA Requirements for Nursing Program Application
At the time of application to the nursing program, students must meet the following requirements: - Completion of 27 credits
- 3.0 cumulative GPA in all prerequisite coursework
- 3.0 cumulative GPA in all college-level coursework
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| Test Scores: | - International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Paper Based) or Test of English as a Foreign Language (Computer Based)
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| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Letter(s) of Reference
- Statement of Research Interests
Personal essay on a topic of your choice, 250-500 words. |
* The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.