Applicant Newsletter
The NursingCAS Applicant Newsletter is a monthly newsletter intended to keep you informed about programs with available space, deadline extensions, and new programs added to NursingCAS. The newsletter features:
- Open Seats: One of the benefits of NursingCAS is to provide notifications to applicants about programs that have available space. Review the listing below to determine if you would like to apply to one of these programs.
- Deadline Extensions: Programs often extend their deadlines in order to allow applicants more time to complete the admissions process. Review the list below to see if any programs you are interested in have extended their deadline.
- New Programs: New programs are added to NursingCAS on a continual basis. Discover and learn about new program offerings available to you by reviewing the listings below.
Applicants can also view the NursingCAS Events Calendar, where NursingCAS schools provide prospective students with information on events like upcoming webinars and information sessions throughout the application cycle.
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Preparing and Strengthening Your NursingCAS Application Webinar The American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) invites you to attend the Preparing and Strengthening Your NursingCAS Application webinar on Tuesday, September 30, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. ET. Gain answers to your NursingCAS questions and discover what you need to know regarding the nursing school application process. The webinar provides current and future applicants the opportunity to hear from NursingCAS and AACN representatives. Save your spot and register today! Webinar content includes:
Register Now: Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair – Tues., October 14 Register to attend the free Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair taking place Tuesday, October 14, from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. ET! This event is a unique opportunity to connect with a growing list of nursing schools and explore programs that fit your career goals. During the Discover Nursing School Virtual Fair, you’ll be able to speak with deans, faculty, admissions reps, and current students to:
Don’t miss out on the chance to get to know different nursing programs and let them know you’re interested! |
OPEN SEATS
Anderson University – South Carolina
Are you ready to advance your nursing career? Anderson University is excited to announce open seats in our online RN-BSN and hybrid Accelerated Bachelors of Science in Nursing (ABSN) programs. Anderson University is a premier private Christian institution known for its rigorous education, grounded in faith and innovation. Our nursing programs integrate faith, service, and teaching, ensuring you thrive as a nursing student.
RN to BSN: Our FLEX Nursing (RN to BSN) program is tailored for working nurses seeking a faster route to career advancement. With 28 credit hours and a senior capstone project, you can complete your degree in as little as 9 months.
- Start Dates: Fall (August & October), Spring (January & March), Summer (May & June)
- Fall 2025 October Deadline: September 30th
ABSN: Our Accelerated Nursing program is perfect for individuals with 59 hours of previous college credit or a bachelor’s degree in another field. This 15-month track prepares you to take the NCLEX and become a registered nurse, opening doors to various fields of nursing and leadership roles. With a NCLEX pass rate of over 90% and a 100% ABSN job placement rate, Anderson University is the ideal place to launch your nursing career.
- Start Date: Fall 2026 (August)
- Early Decision Deadline: November 14th, 2025. | Final Deadline: March 20th, 2026.
Sign up for an information session to learn more! For additional information or to schedule a virtual appointment with an enrollment counselor, please email admissioncounselor@andersonuniversity.edu or call 864-353-7013.
Bellarmine University
Bellarmine University nurses are known and respected regionally and nationally. Bellarmine will give you supportive faculty that will prepare you individually for a career making an impact in the lives of your patients! Many faculty not only teach but also practice in the community setting. This work provides Bellarmine students with the most current methods of patient care and creates a collaborative setting between students and faculty. This ensures you will be better prepared to be a compassionate and capable provider! Experience one of our Forbes Magazine–ranked top 10 NP programs for yourself!
Fall 2026 seats now available:
- MSN: Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Apply on Nursing CAS)
- MSN: Administration & Education
- DNP: Executive Leadership, Advanced Practice, Nurse Anesthesia (Apply on Nursing CAS)
- BSN to DNP: Leadership
Find out more by registering for an upcoming info session (9/17, 9/24, 10/16, 11/19), scheduling an individual appointment with Amy Harrison, or applying on our website. All graduate programs are online or hybrid, but our southern hospitality makes you feel like you’re right here with us on our beautiful Kentucky campus!
Carroll College – Montana
Carroll College in Helena, Montana is still accepting applications for our Accelerated Nursing Program, beginning in May 2026. This 15-month, full-time program is designed for students who already hold a bachelor’s degree in another field and are ready to pursue a fast-paced pathway into nursing. With only 20 seats available, applying early increases your chance of joining our next cohort. Students who apply by October 1, 2025 will receive their admission decision in October.
At Carroll, you’ll receive more than just clinical training—you’ll gain the confidence, compassion, and critical-thinking skills that make our graduates stand out. Our first-time NCLEX pass rates are 100%, and employers across the country seek out Carroll nurses for their ability to step into demanding healthcare roles with skill and heart.
Ready to take the next step toward your nursing career? Visit our website to learn more about the application process. For questions, please contact Christine Stout at cstout@carroll.edu.
Creighton University
Creighton University College of Nursing has a national reputation for providing excellent nursing education, a commitment to service, and being at the forefront of the ever-changing field of nursing. Whether you are interested in career advancement, diversifying your skills, or simply taking the next step in your education, Creighton can help you get there. We offer programs at the baccalaureate (BSN), master’s (MSN) and doctoral (DNP) degree levels. We also offer a variety of post-graduate APRN certificates.
We are now accepting applications for a Spring 2026 start date for the following programs:
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN): Secondary deadline- October 15
- For more information about the ABSN program, please visit our website.
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Deadline- October 1
- For more information about the DNP program, please visit our website.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Deadline- October 1
- For more information about the MSN program, please visit our website.
We are now accepting applications for a Summer 2026 start date for the following programs:
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): Deadline- February 1
- For more information about the DNP program, please visit our website.
New this year: Beginning with the Summer 2026 entering class, admitted students will be eligible to apply for the Soto Nursing Scholars Program—a fully funded DNP experience with a global focus. Learn more at creighton.edu/soto-nursing-scholars-program.
Master of Science in Nursing (MSN): Deadline- February 1
- For more information about the MSN program, please visit our website.
Nursing Post-Graduate Certificates: Deadline- October 1
- Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Certificate
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Across the Lifespan Certificate
- Family Certificate
If you have any questions or we can provide additional information about any of our nursing programs, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at nursing@creighton.edu.
Edgewood University
Your Accelerated Nursing Career Starts Here
Edgewood University (formerly Edgewood College) is now accepting applications for our January 2026 In-Person Accelerated BSN Cohort in Madison, WI!
In just 12 months, you’ll:
- Join a close-knit cohort of 21–25 students
- Learn from expert faculty with a 7:1 student-to-faculty ratio
- Gain hands-on experience in Madison’s top healthcare system, including UW Health
Fast-track your nursing degree, find community, and step into a career with purpose.
- Deadline Dates for this In-Person, Accelerated Program: November 1st, 2025
- Program Start Date: January 6th, 2026
- Program Website: Edgewood University In-Person ABSN Program
Apply now to secure your spot!
Be Empowered to Transform Lives
Looking for a more traditional pace? Edgewood University also offers a 2-Year Traditional BSN Program for students completing their general education and prerequisite coursework.
Once admitted to the nursing sequence, you’ll complete four semesters (58 credits) of nursing courses, clinical experiences, and simulation labs. With small class sizes, a low faculty-to-student ratio, and partnerships with top healthcare facilities, you’ll receive the personal attention and professional preparation needed to thrive.
With a strong alumni network and our reputation as one of Wisconsin’s most respected nursing programs, you’ll graduate ready to begin a fulfilling career in nursing.
- Deadline Dates for this In-Person, Traditional program: October 1st, 2025
- Program Start Date: January 6th, 2026
- Program Website: Edgewood University In-person Traditional BSN Program
No matter which path you choose—accelerated or traditional—you’ll find the support, community, and hands-on experience to launch a meaningful career in nursing at Edgewood University.
Reach out to ABrinks@Edgewood.edu if you have any questions!
James Madison University
James Madison University’s Graduate programs are accepting applications to the MSN Leadership, Post-Master’s to DNP, and Post Bachelor’s to DNP programs for Spring 2026, now through November 1, 2025.
Clinical Nurse Leader: This online program prepares graduates to improve patient care outcomes through effective leadership strategies and to influence health care design by using evidence-based strategies to effectively meet patient health needs.
Nurse Administrator: This online program prepares graduates for roles to ensure cost effective care by providing oversight and management of unit (or organization), financial resources, and improved patient outcomes via strategic management of human and material resources in health organizations.
Post-Master’s – DNP: This online program prepares students to lead healthcare innovation at the highest organizational level and influence policy while allowing students to focus on a particular specialty area.
Post-Bachelor’s – DNP: Applicants who have a BSN degree should apply to the Advanced Practice Post-Bachelor’s D.N.P. (HYBRID) or the Healthcare Systems Leadership Post-Bachelor’s D.N.P (ONLINE). Within the Advanced Practice Post-BSN-DNP students will select a concentration in either Family Nurse Practitioner or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner which will prepare them to be eligible for the certification exam in their chosen concentration. Students in the Healthcare Systems Leadership will be prepared to lead innovation at the highest organization level and influence policy. The Post-BSN-DNP does not award an M.S.N. Students who complete this program will receive a D.N.P. degree.
Applicants for any JMU Graduate program will need to apply to The Graduate School at JMU as well as NursingCAS. Please visit our School of Nursing website for more information on admissions and requirements or call our department at 540-568-6314.
Oregon Health & Science University
There’s still time to apply for the OHSU School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia D.N.P. program! Apply today for the opportunity to learn with a U.S. News & World Report top-ranked Nurse Anesthesia program and at Oregon’s only academic health center.
The application to start with the summer 2026 cohort will close on Oct. 10.
For questions, please review our admissions requirements, schedule an advising appointment, drop in for virtual office hours, give us a call at 503-494-7725 or email proginfo@ohsu.edu.
Regis College
Regis College is accepting applications to the full-time Direct Entry Master’s in Nursing for Non-Nurses program. The program starts in the Fall only, with clinicals starting that same semester.
We require seven prerequisites (Chemistry I and II, Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Statistics, and Human Development) which can be fulfilled through undergraduate course work or after at other institutions. You may apply and be accepted without all prerequisites having been completed; however, all prerequisites must be completed by the start of the program in September. We are currently accepting applications for Fall 2026.
We have the following application deadlines:
- Priority: December 15th
- Preferred: March 15th
- Rolling admission following the deadlines based on space availability
Please contact David Dinwiddie at david.dinwiddie@regiscollege.edu with any questions.
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Whether you want to become a BSN or advance your career to become a Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Anesthetist, Roseman University College of Nursing has you covered. We are excited to announce that Roseman University is accepting applications for seats in the following nursing programs:
- Accelerated BSN Program 17-months to complete (Spring, Summer & Fall start dates)
- Doctorate of Nurse Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer 2026 start date)
- Doctorate of Nurse Practice-Nurse Anesthesia (Summer 2026 start date)
Visit our website to learn more about how you can start your academic journey to become a nurse or advance your career in nursing with our graduate programs. For more information, you can contact Roseman University of Health Sciences by phone at (702) 968-6642.
University of Missouri – Columbia
The University of Missouri Sinclair School of Nursing is a land grant university centrally located in mid-Missouri with a long history of serving rural and underserved populations. We accept students from across the country to our online DNP, MS(N) or post-graduate certificate programs . We are CCNE accredited, require limited on-campus visits, and charge in-state tuition to all students making completion of your degree affordable and convenient. Our deadlines are September 30th (all degrees) and February 15th (all degrees) every year. Graduate Certificate program only admits for Fall. For more information on becoming a MIZZOU Nurse, visit our website or contact Dr. Miriam Butler (butlermd@missouri.edu) or Esther Ellis 573-884-4705 (ellise@missouri.edu) or Leslie McPeak 573-882-0200 (mcpeakl@missouri.edu).
- Clinical Nurse Specialist in Adult-Gerontology
- Family Nurse Practitioner
- Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care
- Pediatric Clinical Nurse Specialist
- Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Leadership & Innovations in Healthcare (MS or DNP)
- Graduate Certificate Care Management Online
- MS Nurse Educator
- MS Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare Systems
Hear more about our program from one of our students.
Christine Harris, Nursing Leadership and Innovations in Health Care DNP
William Jewell College
Are you a driven student seeking a non-traditional path to a nursing degree? Jewell is now accepting students for our May 2026 Accelerated Nursing Track, designed with flexibility and real-world readiness in mind.
Hybrid Format
- Online coursework with the convenience you need
- In-person clinicals to build hands-on experience
- Evening synchronous classes (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Clinical Experience that Fits Your Schedule
- In-person clinicals 1–2 weekends/month
- Fridays on campus, Saturdays and Sundays in hospital settings
Why Choose Jewell?
- 100% NCLEX pass rate for the past 3 years
- Trusted by top hospitals across Kansas City
- Graduates hired in specialty areas right out of school
Start planning your summer—and your future. Jewell is where your nursing journey begins.
DEADLINE EXTENSIONS
No Deadline Extensions to share this month – check the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 NursingCAS applications for a full list of program deadlines!
NEW PROGRAMS
No New Programs to share this month – check the 2025-2026 NursingCAS application to explore newly launched programs!
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