BSN Program Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the college admits a main campus freshman class directly into the BSN program.
Direct admission means that admitted freshmen will have a guaranteed seat in the program's clinical portion, which begins in the second year, provided they complete all first-year nursing courses with at least a C grade and have at least a 3.0 GPA by the end of their first year.
For additional information, please refer to the Admissions page.
ACT or SAT test scores are no longer required for direct admission.
The minimum high school GPA accepted for direct admission is a 3.0. In addition, applicants must have maintained a 3.0 GPA throughout their high school senior year.
Because the university uses The Common Application, first-year applicants must submit a personal statement, a general essay, and at least one letter of recommendation. Applicants also must submit a personal statement that explains why they want to major in nursing at UC.
Via The Common Application, applicants must list all extra-curricular activities (sports, clubs, societies, etc.), honors/awards/accolades/leadership experience, and work/volunteer experience.
No. Transfer and transition students go through a separate, competitive process for admission as a second-year student. For more information, visit the Admissions page.
Students not admitted to the program still can receive admission to the University of Cincinnati and complete their first year, then apply for admission to the BSN program as a second-year student. Students who transfer to the BSN program as sophomores graduate in four years, just like students directly admitted as freshmen.
The acceptance rate for sophomore admissions is much higher than our first-year direct admission. If you are in this situation, make sure you stay in contact with the College of Nursing so you can complete the correct courses and apply on time.
Students can take the first-year nursing courses at any of UC’s campuses; however, "Success in College and Nursing" and "Introduction to Professional Nursing" are not offered at UC Blue Ash. Contact an academic advisor at 513-558-3600 for questions about courses or to obtain a transfer credit evaluation.
Once admitted into the BSN program, students must maintain a full-time course schedule and progress with their cohort throughout the program. Transfer and transition students can complete the first-year nursing curriculum on a part-time basis, if necessary.
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