Pre-licensure Nursing Division

Pre-licensure Nursing programs lead to a Bachelor of Science Nursing (BSN) degree. There are two programs of study available to students: nursing traditional format (four year) and accelerated track degree. The undergraduate program prepares students for professional nursing practice and provides a foundation for advanced study in nursing. Following successful completion of 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.

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing at Indiana Wesleyan University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org).

The Pre-licensure Nursing program is committed to educating professional nurses who are prepared to change their world of influence through nursing practices grounded in the Christian ethos. Guided by the truths of the gospel of Jesus Christ, Indiana Wesleyan University Nursing develops culturally aware nurse professionals equipped to change the world as leaders, scholars, and servants within their communities.

The nurse is perceived as a purposeful, self-directed individual who assumes responsibility and accountability to God, society, self, and clients who, made in the image of God, have intrinsic worth and value. Modeling the example of Jesus Christ, nurses are to protect and promote health, especially for people lacking access to health care, through the just allocation of health resources and services throughout the world.

Outcomes of the Pre-licensure Nursing Program

The outcomes of the Pre-licensure Nursing program are to:

• Apply leadership skills to professional nursing practice.
• Integrate evidence-based knowledge into nursing practice.
• Exhibit cultural humility.
• Engage in interprofessional collaboration to ensure optimal client health.
• Plan nursing care from a Christ-centered perspective. 

Pre-licensure Nursing Entrance Requirements

High school courses that provide a foundation for nursing are biology, chemistry, English, mathematics, speech, algebra, social studies, and writing. Students should submit the university application to the director of admissions at Indiana Wesleyan University. Acceptance will be in accordance with the established admission policies. Students are advised to declare nursing as their choice of major when applying for admission.

Admission and Progression in the Pre-licensure Nursing Major

The Admission and Progression Committee approves admission to the Pre-licensure Nursing major. The following criteria must be met for admission to the major at the sophomore level:

1. Completion of 29 credits.
2. Minimum GPA of 2.75.
3. Minimum grade of "C" in Foundations of Nursing, Anatomy and Physiology I, Anatomy and Physiology II, Intro to Organic and Biochemistry, Intro to Microbiology, and Math 107 or higher (113 preferred).
4. Completion of health clearance form.
5. American Heart Association CPR certification.
   1. Must be American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS)
   2. Must be maintained throughout the program's course of study
   3. Online courses are not accepted
6. Certified criminal background check.
7. The TEAS Test or HESI Admission Assessment (A2) is required for all students applying for acceptance into the Pre-licensure Nursing Program.  The benchmark for passing the TEAS is 65% comprehensive. The benchmark for the HESI A2 is 75%. If the student meets the benchmark or higher, they have satisfactorily completed the TEAS or HESI A2 section of the application process.  If the student does not meet the benchmark for the, they will be required to do remediation. The Freshman Level Coordinator will determine the remediation depending on the Student’s area of weakness.  Once remediation is completed, the student will have satisfactorily completed the TEAS or HESI A2 component of the application process. 

Application forms for admission to the nursing major may be obtained from the IWU Pre-licensure Nursing Portal. All admission requirements must be completed by the end of May term for September admission into the nursing major or the end of fall term for January admission.

Once a student is admitted to the nursing program, he or she must complete all coursework within 4 1/2 years (9 semesters). Progression through the major requires a minimum cumulative and major GPA of 2.75, a minimum grade of “C” in all nursing courses, as well as, General Psychology and Developmental Psychology, ongoing health clearance, and current CPR certification. Progression is monitored by the Admission and Progression Committee.

Guaranteed Acceptance Pathway (GAP)

Select High School students are eligible to apply for the Guaranteed Acceptance Pathway (GAP) in the IWU School of Nursing (SON).

Guaranteed Admission – we save your spot so that when you are done with prerequisites as outlined below you can jump right in to clinical nursing.

Streamlined pathway into nursing clinical coursework

No requirement to apply to the clinical nursing program as all other students do between the Freshman and Sophomore years.

Eligibility for GAP

1. High School Seniors with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale
2. Fully accepted at Indiana Wesleyan University (not available to transfer students) as a fulltime, first-time Freshman
3. An ACT score of 22 or higher, of RSAT of 1110 or higher
4. High School course work that includes 4 years of English, 3 years of Math including Algebra, Natural Sciences including one chemistry and one biology course.

Maintaining eligibility during the Freshman year

Students who are granted GAP admission must:

1. Transcript 29 course credit hours during the Freshman Year
2. Maintain a 2.75 or higher GPA
3. Complete four supporting science courses:
   • Anatomy and Physiology I and II
   • Introduction to Organic and Biological Chemistry,
   • Microbiology
4. Must earn a minimum grade of C in all prerequisite courses
5. Complete Foundations of Nursing (NUR 145) with a minimum grade of C.
6. Complete the university Math requirement (one math course at or above MAT 107 – MAT 113 is preferred) with a minimum grade of C.
7. The TEAS Test or HESI Admission Assessment (A2) is required for all students applying for acceptance into the Pre-licensure Nursing Program. The benchmark for passing the TEAS is 65% comprehensive. The benchmark for the HESI A2 is 75%. If the student meets the benchmark or higher, they have satisfactorily completed the TEAS or HESI A2 section of the application process. If the student does not meet the benchmark for the, they will be required to do remediation. The Freshman Level Coordinator will determine the remediation depending on the student’s area of weakness. Once remediation is completed, the student will have satisfactorily completed the TEAS or HESI A2 component of the application process.

Students who do not meet the requirements for GAP are eligible to apply for admission to clinical nursing courses following the traditional process and will be given full consideration for admission. Not meeting those requirements may delay admission to Pre-licensure Nursing.

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.