Can you do a transcript audit before I apply to the university?
Yes! In fact, we encourage every applicant to first talk with an advisor in Nursing Student Services before applying to the university. Electronic transcripts can be sent to nursingstudentservices@nccu.edu.
Can I fax Nursing Student Services my transcripts to be evaluated?
Transcripts may be faxed for an unofficial transcript evaluation or to help determine prerequisite completion. The fax number is 919-530-6805.
Can I take the prerequisite courses at a community college or online?
Yes. The prerequisite courses can be completed at any regionally accredited college/university or community college. Online courses are acceptable if the institution is accredited.
I failed Math/Science course(s). Can I retake the course(s) for a better grade?
Retaking courses (whether failed attempts or "C" grades) is not encouraged. While the Admissions Committee will take your highest score, your failure(s) will still be notated and weigh heavily on your application.
Do I have to be a certified nursing assistant (CNA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) before applying?
Neither is required at this time.
Will I need any letters of recommendation in order to apply?
Currently, the Admissions Committee does not accept letters of recommendation.
If I am offered admission, can I defer my acceptance to another semester?
Generally, we do not permit deferrals unless there are extenuating circumstances beyond your control that would prevent you from enrolling in the term you were admitted. If you have a concern about your ability to start for the semester admitted, please contact the Office of Admissions and Student Services.
Are there any part-time or online options available for the program?
No. The Accelerated BSN option is a full-time cohort in which you are encouraged not to hold employment while in the program. There are no online options available. Students will not be able to customize their schedules upon admission.
Do all of the prerequisite courses need to be completed when I apply for the program?
No. All prerequisite courses need to be completed prior to admission. All priority applicants should be enrolled in their last outstanding prerequisite courses during the Spring semester of the application deadline. Non-priority applicants need to be enrolled in their last outstanding prerequisites courses no later than Summer Session I.
I am about to be/have been dismissed from another Nursing program. Can I still apply?
No. Applicants are unable to apply if they have failed out of/been dismissed from a Nursing program at any institution.
I have taken a few Nursing courses at another university/institution. Can I still apply?
Yes. However, you will need to contact the department(s) of which you took the Nursing courses and request a letter of good standing. This is required to prove that you were not dismissed. This can be sent as an attachment to nursingstudentservices@nccu.edu after your advising session. Please note that Nursing courses from another institution are non-transferrable.
I have a master’s degree. Will my credits or/and GPA be considered when applying?
No. All BSN options at NCCU are undergraduate degree options; therefore, any credits obtained in a master’s program are not considered.
Can I choose when/where I do my clinical rotations?
No. All students are assigned their clinical rotations, which can be located up to an hour from NCCU’s campus. Our students only rotate through official sites of the program and could possibly rotate through all clinical sites upon completion of the program.
I have a 2.99 or below in my bachelor’s degree. Can I apply to the Accelerated BSN option?
No. All applicants must have a minimum of a 3.0. We do not round.
Will my final grades in my outstanding prerequisite courses help boost my cumulative GPA?
No. Once your bachelor’s degree is awarded, your GPA resets.