The Fay W. Whitney School of Nursing (FWWSON) Basic BSN Program uses a holistic approach
to non-freshman admissions. We are committed to academic and clinical rigor. We desire
individuals with diverse backgrounds who are enthusiastic and have a strong work ethic.
We value applicants who possess strong communication, critical thinking, and evolving
leadership skills. We are looking for individuals who demonstrate respectful, professional,
ethical, and caring behavior. Individuals with these qualities will be the best fit
for our program.
WHEN TO APPLY
Application opens September 15, 2023
Deadline to apply is October 26, 2023
[Application submission closes at 5:00 pm – Mountain Time Zone (MDT). Late Application Packets are not accepted. Hard copies are not accepted.]
Application to the School of Nursing occurs in the fall semester in which completing final pre-clinical courses (typically sophomore year) prior to the spring in which seeking Non-Freshman Admission potential.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The following are requirements for non-freshman admission to the Clinical Component for Basic BSN:
First Step: Meet with an academic advisor to verify admission requirements are being met in order to receive a link to the nursing application.
University of Wyoming Admission
Prospective Non-Freshman Admission applicants who are not current/active UW students will also need to apply separately to the university seeking admission for Spring 2024. As part of the university application, applicants select Nursing – Pre-Basic BSN (Laramie Campus) (PNRS) as their major. Application/admission criteria are located on the UW Admissions website, (www.uwyo.edu/admissions/).
Acceptance to the University of Wyoming does not imply acceptance to Basic BSN. Admission to the University of Wyoming (UW) is required by October 26, 2023 if seeking Non-Freshman Admission to the Nursing Major for spring 2024.
UW must be in receipt of official transcripts from all other colleges/universities attended through the end of the summer semester prior to the fall in which applying so that the FWWSON has access to those by the Non-Freshman Admission application deadline. This includes transcripts for coursework that may have only included unsatisfactory grades and/or course withdrawals. In addition, official scores must also be on record with the university documenting any exam/test scores [e.g. Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and Math placement (ACT, SAT, MPE)]. Furthermore, applicants held to the English Language Proficiency Policy for nursing admission are required to have TOEFL scores on record with the university documenting acceptable scores as noted within that policy (refer to policy below).
Send official transcripts and exam/test scores to UW Admissions Office. Applicants should verify that complete transcripts and exam/test scores are on file with the university prior to the application deadline. The FWWSON has access to UW transcripts.
Final Admission Review in January
The deadline for submission of final UW fall grades is one week after finals. The FWWSON has access to UW transcripts.
For applicants taking courses through another institution during the fall semester:
UW must be in receipt of official final transcripts reflecting grades for all transfer work for the fall semester so that the FWWSON has access to those by January 4, 2024.
Applicants unable to meet the January 4 deadline, please contact Basic BSN staff (basicbsn@uwyo.edu) to discuss potential options.
The FWWSON must be able to access all UW, as well as any transfer fall grades by January 4, 2024 for the final admission review process.
Pre-Clinical Courses and Non-Freshman Admission Scholastic Requirements
Non-Freshman Admission is a competitive process, and the number of unfilled seats may be very limited. Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee non-freshman admission to the nursing major.
Completion of pre-clinical courses is required by the end of the fall semester prior to the spring in which seeking admission.
Students must earn a grade of C or better (or S) in all pre-clinical courses (except for CHEM 1000, which requires a grade of B or better) for non-freshman admission consideration.
In addition, a minimum cumulative pre-clinical GPA of 2.75 based on all required courses in the Pre-Clinical Component is required for non-freshman admission consideration.
English Language Proficiency Policy
Refer to International Admission Requirements for Transfer Students related to non-native English-speaking students.
Applicants held to the English Language Proficiency Policy for nursing admission are required to have TOEFL scores on record with the university by the February 1, 2024 deadline documenting acceptable scores as noted within that policy.
A complete application packet means that all required materials are complete and submitted by the applicant and/or are accessible for verification as noted by the FWWSON no later than the Non-Freshman Admission application deadline unless specified otherwise
ADMISSION CRITERIA
The following are the criteria used in the application review*:
Pre-Clinical GPA
UW Residency
Minimum 75% proficiency in English, Science, and Math on HESI A2
Student Resume and Cover Letter
Video Essay
* Criteria for non-freshman admission are subject to change.
APPLICATION PACKET GUIDANCE
Applicants are required to meet the specified Admission Requirements, which include a complete application packet. Any missing and/or incomplete data may jeopardize the application and potentially be the cause for admission denial.
APPLICATION PACKET SUBMISSION
The Basic BSN Non-Freshman Admission Application Packet for Spring 2023 will be submitted fully online utilizing Qualtrics with your application materials being received by the FWWSON Basic BSN Staff through that online submission.
APPLICATION PACKET
Nursing applications will be sent via email provided through the UW application process.
*Requirements for non-freshman admission application packet are subject to change.
In order to be eligible for potential admission consideration, the Application Packet must be complete and meet specified Admission Requirements by identified deadlines.
All application and admission contacts/notifications made through UW email (non-UW email for applicants not currently enrolled at UW). No hardcopy mailings sent to applicants regarding admission status.
Some contacts have response deadlines.
Please contact Basic BSN staff (basicbsn@uwyo.edu) if email not received by timeline identified above.
The College of Health Sciences requires students offered non-freshman admission into the Clinical Component for Basic BSN to obtain and pay for a background check. The FWWSON alerts students through admission letters regarding when and where to obtain the background check; students should not begin process until asked to do so by the School of Nursing. If students complete the background check prior to receiving a School of Nursing admission letter instructing them to do so, the students must repeat the process. The results of the background check may determine final admittance to our program.
Students offered non-freshman admission into the Clinical Component for Basic BSN are required to attest to the FWWSON Technical Standards for Admission. The FWWSON alerts students through admission letters regarding when and where to obtain the required verification form.
Refer to Technical Standards for Admission for this policy.
Refer to NCLEX Eligibility [https://www.uwyo.edu/nursing/programs/nclex-eligibility.html] for this policy.
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