Auburn University
College of Nursing
Admission
Mission
Auburn University College of Nursing is committed to admitting applicants with a unique set of experiences and attributes that contribute to a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
Vision
To admit students who demonstrate academic excellence, resiliency and adaptability, servant leadership, professional values, innovative thinking, and collaboration.
How to Apply:
STEP 1: Be admitted to Auburn University. This can take up to four weeks. We encourage you to apply
as soon as possible in order to avoid any delays in applying to our upper division. All students
must have an Auburn email address before receiving the link to the application.
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STEP 2: The application opens in Fall semester each year to be considered for the following summer
and fall semesters. Check the website for specific application open dates as well as deadlines.
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STEP 3: You will be required to submit a short answer response, prior healthcare related and/or military experience, and servant leadership experience at the time of application.
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STEP 4: Interviews for those not accepted in first round will begin in September. The interview will
consist of three parts: traditional, situational and personal essay.
Round 2 Admission will be sent mid-October.
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STEP 5: If you are admitted, make sure you register for the appropriate courses for speing semester and
maintain requirements of your conditional admitted status.
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If you are not admitted, you will need to meet with your advisor to discuss alternate pathways
to nursing.
Eligibility
Applicants must have completed at least 3 of the following science pre-requisite courses within the past 5 years to be eligible to apply.
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BIOL 1020/1021
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CHEM 1030/1031
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BIOL 2500/2501
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BIOL 2510/2511
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BIOL 3200/3201
Applicants must have no more than 10 pre-nursing hours outstanding at the end of the fall semester in which they are applying.
<10
Hours
Applicants must have an academic attainment average of a 3 or higher at the time of application.
3
Applicants must complete all pre-requisite courses with a “C” or higher prior to admission to the upper division program.
C
or better