Admissions Requirements

Applicants for the graduate program in nursing must meet the following requirements:

• An application accompanied by a non-refundable fee of $25 (Waived for St. Joseph's University Alumni)
• Have a B.S. with a major in nursing from a nationally accredited program (ACEN, NLNAC or CCNE)
• Have an undergraduate 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (preference will be given to applicants with a 3.3 or above)
• Completed one year of professional clinical practice prior to admission
• Provide proof of active and unrestricted New York State R.N. license and current professional registration
• Meet all current college and program health requirements and provide documentation (additional requirements will apply to clinical practicums)
• Submit a current curriculum vitae and professional statement
• Submit two letters of reference (at least one from a clinical supervisor who can address clinical competence)
• Submit official transcripts of undergraduate work
• Submit proof of certificate of basic life-support prior to entering clinical practicums
• Personal interview