Nursing
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Program Contact Information
Website: nursing.utah.edu
College of Nursing
Phone: 801-587-3194
Email: info@nurs.utah.edu
Program Description
The College of Nursing offers a 4 consecutive semester nursing program that begins in the FALL and SPRING semester.
Nursing students first complete their prerequisite courses and other university requirements (such as general education requirements) as a pre-nursing major at the University of Utah or another college/university. Most students complete their prerequisites and other required courses in two years. Declaration of the pre-nursing major at the University of Utah does not guarantee admission to the nursing program.
The curriculum in the nursing program provides learning experiences in health promotion, acute care, primary care, population health from community and global perspectives, social disparities and determinants of health, health care policy, and health care organization and systems. Students receive supervised clinical learning experiences with clients in a variety of settings for approximately 12-24 hours per week. Opportunities to participate in research, community engaged learning, and leadership experiences are integrated throughout the program.
Program Admissions Requirements
Pre-Licensure Program
Eligibility
Completion of at least 62 semester hours of study at the university/college level.
Completion of general education requirements prior to starting the nursing program.
Completion of the nine (9) nursing prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher prior to entering the program (C- grades are not accepted).
Minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0 in all prerequisite courses. Note: At the time of application, only the five required prerequisites are used to calculate prerequisite GPA. Thus, the cumulative of those five must also be a 3.0 or higher.
Minimum 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0.
The most competitive candidates will have had some volunteer or employment experience in a health care setting, leadership opportunities, and community service.
If you are currently not a University of Utah student, you must also apply to the University of Utah’s Office of Admissions (main campus) as well as the College of Nursing. Please note that meeting the minimum eligibility requirements for the University of Utah does not guarantee that an applicant will be admitted to the College of Nursing program.
Prerequisites: Completion of all 9 nursing prerequisite courses listed below is required prior to entry into the nursing program. All prerequisite courses must have a grade of C or better. It is the applicant’s responsibility to submit updated transcripts to ensure the review of the application.
The 5 prerequisite courses identified with an asterisk (*) must be completed and graded before the application deadline. If these courses are not completed, your application will not be considered. There are no exceptions to this requirement.
BIOL 1610 - Fundamentals of Biology 1*
BIOL 2325 - Human Anatomy *
BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology *
CHEM 1130 - Integrated Chemistry for Health Sciences *
MATH 1070 - Introduction to Statistical Inference *
NURS 3010 - Nutrition Intervention in Treatment and Prevention of Chronic Disease
NURS 2100 - Human Development: A Lifespan Approach to Health
NURS 2270 - Pathophysiology
PATH 3100 - Introduction to Medical Microbiology
Application Requirements: Applications to the nursing program are accepted through our online application system. You will be able to create an account with a username and password so that you can return to work on your application over several sessions. Instructions for each component of the application are provided within the online application. The following is an overview of the application materials:
Applications are carefully reviewed by baccalaureate faculty on the basis of academic qualifications as well as promise for success in the program and potential for contributions to the profession. The College of Nursing adheres to the University of Utah's policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in admission decisions.
Our application review process is separated out into three phases.
Phase One - Student Services
Complete electronic application received by the deadline
Two professional references received by the deadline
All copies of official transcripts received by the deadline
Five required prerequisite courses completed and graded by the deadline
Cumulative GPA 3.0 or higher
Required prerequisite courses GPA 3.0 or higher
Submitted application to the University of Utah (applicant does not need to have been admitted yet)
Only applicants who meet the minimum requirements including all required documents submitted by the deadline will be sent for Phase Two review.
Phase Two - Experience and References
Review and scoring of your professional references and responses (50%)
Review and scoring of your application responses related to service to others, responsibility, and organizational skills (50%)
Successful completion of Phase Two with a competitive score will result in being invited to Phase Three. All applicants will receive email notification whether their application is moved forward or not.
Phase Three - Kira Talent Electronic Interview
Review and scoring of two written responses to interview questions
Review and scoring of two video responses to interview questions
Students who are denied admission are responsible for completing and submitting a new application. Applications are not automatically forwarded. Unfortunately, due to limited staffing resources and extremely high number of applicants, we are unable to do post-decision application file reviews.
Application Requirements
Two Professional References
References are submitted through the online application system. Please have email addresses of references ready when completing the recommendation request.
Applications will only be reviewed if they are complete by the deadline and meet all eligibility requirements listed on the website.
Experience
Service to Others- Describe unpaid service that has benefited others. Be specific about how the service is of benefit to others.
Responsibility- Describe specific examples of how you have demonstrated responsibility from your work history and/or any personal obligations that either kept you out of the workforce, required special attention, or otherwise broadened your experiences.
Organizational Skills- Provide specific examples that demonstrate your ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, and use time effectively.
Current official transcripts need to be sent to the University Office of Admissions (if applying to the University). Unofficial transcripts need to be uploaded through the application portal. Applicants will be required to submit any additional information requested by the admissions committee. Students are responsible for the completion of their application file. Incomplete files will not be reviewed.
Major requirements for Nursing must be completed in the pattern described below. The requirements detailed in this section do not include General Education requirements. To see a sample program of study, which includes major and university requirements, please see “Sample Program of Study.”
RN to BS Program
The online RN to BS program (RN-BS) and RN to BS Geriatric Nursing Leadership emphasis (RN-BS GNL) at the University of Utah are designed for licensed registered nurses who are working professionals desiring career mobility, professional development, and bachelor-level nursing competencies with an optional emphasis in geriatric nursing leadership. The RN-BS program can be completed in two, three, or four consecutive semesters. Students in the RN-BS program have the option of beginning the program in the spring, summer, or fall semester. Students in the RN-BS GNL emphasis may begin any semester and complete the program in three or four consecutive semesters (fall semester starts may complete the GNL emphasis in two semesters). Both options are offered fully online.
The curriculum in the RN-BS program and RN-BS GNL emphasis provide learning experiences in health promotion, health care disparities, global and public health nursing, leadership, and health policy. Students complete a clinical capstone in their fourth semester. Exposure to nursing research and evidence-based practice is integrated throughout the program. The RN-BS GNL emphasis is designed to improve geriatric nursing care, incorporate the principles of cultural competency in the care of elders, focus on leadership skills and competencies, include principles of supervising culturally diverse workers, enhance geriatric clinical content in courses, and emphasize the care of older adults in all settings. Students who choose the RN-BS GNL emphasis will take GERON 5100 Research in Aging in place of NURS 3108 Evidence Based Practice, and must take an assigned elective, GERON 5050 Best Practices in Geriatrics. Completion of the RN-BS GNL emphasis is indicated on the student’s transcript.
Eligibility
Completion of an associate degree (AS or AAS) from a regionally accredited institution in nursing from a nursing program recognized by the University of Utah.
Completion of all university general education requirements (may be demonstrated through possession of a prior bachelor’s degree, Associate of Science, Associate of Arts, or Certificate of Completion in General Education).
Current, unencumbered license as an RN or successful completion of NCLEX within two months of starting RN-BS program or RN-BS GNL emphasis
Completion of ALL 8 nursing prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher; C- grades are not accepted and must be repeated
Minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a scale of 4.0 for all prerequisite courses
Minimum 3.0 AS or AAS nursing program grade point average on a 4.0 scale
Please note that meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee admission to the RN-BS program or RN-BS GNL emphasis.
Prerequisite Courses
BIOL 2325 - Human Anatomy
BIOL 2420 - Human Physiology
CHEM 1130 - Integrated Chemistry for Health Sciences
MATH 1070 - Introduction to Statistical Inference
NURS 3010 - Nutrition Intervention in Treatment and Prevention of Chronic Disease
NURS 2100 - Human Development: A Lifespan Approach to Health
NURS 2270 - Pathophysiology
PATH 3100 - Introduction to Medical Microbiology
Requirements
Applications into the RN-BS program and RN-BS GNL emphasis are accepted for spring, summer, and fall admission.
Applications to the RN-BS program and RN-BS GNL emphasis are accepted through our convenient online application system. You will be able to create an account with a username and password so that you can return to work on your application over several sessions. Instructions for each component are provided within the online application. The following is an overview of the application materials:
Personal information, educational and employment history
Experience section (professional, volunteer and other relevant experience)
Current copies of official transcripts
Students are responsible for the completion of their application file. Incomplete files will not be reviewed.
Applicants are carefully reviewed by the Baccalaureate Admissions and Advancement Committee on the basis of academic qualifications as well as promise for success in the program and potential for contributions to the profession. The College of Nursing adheres to the University of Utah’s policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity in admission decisions. If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the resources of the college, students are accepted on the basis of the recommendations of the Baccalaureate Admissions and Advancement Committee and the dean of the college.
Final acceptance is contingent upon receipt of official transcripts and the successful completion of required prerequisite courses with a grade of C or higher. If the applicant does not enroll as a student and participate in College of Nursing courses the first week of classes for the semester admitted, the position in the entering class will be forfeited.
All applicants will receive notification about the status of their application by email.
Students who are denied admission are responsible for completing and submitting a new application each admission cycle. Applications are not automatically forwarded.
* Major requirements for Nursing must be completed in the pattern described below. The requirements detailed in this section do not include General Education and Bachelor Degree requirements.