BSN in Nursing Program Requirement at Alvernia College Pennsylvania
This level is for all first time college students and for college students who have less than 30 credits of college level work.
First time college students must meet the general admission requirements of Alvernia College.
First time college students with less than 12 credits of college level work must have a composite score of 1000 or greater on the SAT and a high school grade point average of 2.5 or higher, with consideration given to college preparatory course of study.
College students must have a grade point average of at least 2.5 with consideration given to individual courses. Grades and credits from developmental courses are not considered.
Two (2) letters of reference
As required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing, applicants shall have completed work equal to a standard high school course with a minimum of 16 units, including 4 units of English, 3 units of Social Studies, 2 units of Mathematics (1 of which is Algebra) and 2 units of Science with a related laboratory or the equivalent.
Advance Standing for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
Advance standing is available for the Licensed Practical Nurse. Details of the Advance Standing Policy are available from the Nursing Department.
Admission Requirements for Sophomore Level:
This level is for college students who have completed at least 30 credits of college level work including the prescribed science courses for the freshman year. To be eligible for admission to the nursing program the applicant must:
Meet the general admission requirements of Alvernia College.
A minimum grade point average of 2.5 or higher
Provide official transcripts or document current enrollment in the prescribed science courses for the freshman year.
Two (2) letters of reference