Associate Degree in Nursing (RN) Admission Requirements
To ensure you’re ready for our hands-on education and rigorous coursework, applicants are expected to meet the following requirements. If you don’t meet every requirement, you’re still encouraged to apply. Our admissions team reviews each application individually and can help determine your best next steps.
This program has a competitive selection process. Application deadline is December 5th.
| Academic Requirements | |||
| High school diploma or equivalent (GED/HiSET) GPA: 2.75 |
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| Test Scores | |||
| Submit all ACT and/or Accuplacer Next Gen test scores. Test scores are used for program admittance and course placement. Test scores may be waived with approved transfer credit. | |||
| ACT Test Scores | Accuplacer Next Gen Test Scores | ||
| Math | 22 | Math | 265 |
| Reading | 18 | Reading | 250 |
| English | 18 | Writing | 250 |
| TEAS Score | |||
| Minimum Composite Score | 60 | ||
| • To schedule your TEAS exam click here. •This test must be completed within five years of the application date and may be taken up to three times per admissions cycle. •Current State Tech PNT students should verify their score is on file with admissions. |
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| Program-Specific Requirements | |||
| •Current and unencumbered LPN license •Completion of prerequisite courses
•Attend an information session
•Drug screening, background check, and vaccinations are required for clinical education. |
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| Application Materials | |||
| •Completed State Tech application •Official high school and/or college transcripts •Test scores |
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| Additional Considerations | |||
| •Limited enrollment — early application is encouraged. •Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. •Applicants may be contacted for an interview or additional documentation. |
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