Direct Acceptance for the School of Nursing
What is Direct Acceptance?
Direct Acceptance to the Betty M. Dean School of Nursing is a distinguished program for first-time freshmen looking to pursue their Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. After completing the first three semesters of pre-nursing coursework, students who qualified for Direct Acceptance will be directly admitted into the School of Nursing at Simpson University. Students must maintain a cumulative college GPA at Simpson of 3.0 or higher.
How to Qualify for Direct Acceptance
- Must be a first-time freshman
- 3.0 cumulative high school GPA (unweighted)
- 3 math classes (earning a C or better)
- 2 lab sciences
- Apply and be accepted to Simpson University before August 1st.
- Submit two letters of recommendation (personal and academic) by August 15th at 5 p.m. to admissions@simpsonu.edu or to student’s admissions counselor
Until admitted, students will be considered part of the pre-nursing cohort. Please note, the School of Nursing limits spots for direct acceptance. Submit your direct acceptance package by December 31st.
How to Maintain Direct Acceptance
- 3.0 cumulative college GPA
- Receive a C or higher in all classes
- 3.0 average pre-requisite GPA
- Students must complete all GE and pre-requisites here at Simpson
Further questions can be directed to our Nursing Admissions Counselor below.
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