Transition to Nursing - BSN
The accelerated BSN allows you to become a nurse in 14 months. The coursework is designed to provide a sound foundation in nursing skills and dispositions and includes leadership and nursing research in the clinical setting. After completing the curriculum, students are eligible to take the National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) in Indiana or other states, subject to that state's guidelines and regulations. This program also provides the foundation for the pursuit of graduate education.
For students accepted into accelerated BSN program, previously completed college courses (C or higher from regionally accredited colleges/universities) in Nutrition, Pharmacology, Pathophysiology, and/or Research will be evaluated for IWU course equivalency as long as they are no more than five years old from the time of starting the program. If the time limit criterion is met, transfer institution's course syllabi and course calendar will be evaluated for IWU courses equivalency. An interview may be required.
Transition to Nursing (TTN) Students
Individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field from an accredited institution of higher learning may be eligible for this program. The Transition to Nursing program takes advantage of your academic track record and builds upon your past experiences. It provides a realistic transition to the nursing profession in an expedited manner. Due to the rigorous nature of the program, students are strongly encouraged not to have outside employment during the program.
Students may not transfer in credit for nursing lab or clinical courses.
3+1 Transition to Nursing (TTN) Students
For selected schools that have an articulation agreement with Indiana Wesleyan University, the completion of a previous baccalaureate degree is not required. Coursework as outlined in the articulation agreement must be completed prior to beginning the Transition to Nursing program at IWU; all other entrance requirements remain the same, including a minimum GPA of 2.75
Fast track Students
Students must meet all of the requirements of the traditional program and the following additional requirements.
- TEAS score of >70% or HESI A2 score of 80%
- College GPA of > 2.75
- Currently not on probation. A history of probation will be decided on a case-by-case basis.
Fees
Fees are assessed annually and applied each semester after admission into clinical nursing courses. The fee is non-refundable after the last day of the drop period and is added to the student’s tuition automatically. Fees cover student malpractice insurance, administrative costs for clinical placement, skills lab accessibility, testing and other items.
Prerequisites
- Previous baccalaureate degree with GPA of 2.75 or above (TTN).
- Completion of general education requirements for BSN (3+1 and Fast Track)
- Anatomy and Physiology I.
- Anatomy and Physiology II.
- Microbiology.
- Chemistry.
- CPR Certification.
- Health clearance.
- Certified criminal background check.
- University math requirement met - MAT-107 or higher (prefer MAT113).
- Test of Essential Academic Skills with a score of 70% or higher of HESI A2 of 80% or higher.
Transition to Nursing - BSN – Program of Study
Requirements List (64 hours)
