Applicant Newsletter - March 2026

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Talk to Your Advisor

Academic pre-health advisors are an invaluable resource throughout your education, including applying for new programs. Do not hesitate to go to your advisor for advice and resources that can assist in your application; that’s what they are there for!  

Anderson University - South Carolina

Are you ready to advance your nursing career? Anderson University is excited to announce remaining seats in our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) and RN to BSN 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.

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: Passed | Final Deadline: March 20th, 2026

RN to BSN: Our Fast Track 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 8 months. Seats remaining!

• Start Dates: Spring (March), Summer (May & June), Fall (August & October)
• Summer 2026 May Deadline: April 14th, 2026 | Summer 2026 June Deadline: June 1st, 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.

ANDERSON UNIVERSITY GRADUATE NURSING PROGRAM- OPEN SEATS

We are currently collecting applications for our Graduate Nursing programs set to start August 2026!  Those programs include our BSN to MSN FNP and PMHNP Full-time and Part-time, BSN to DNP FNP and PMHNP, and MSN to DNP Advanced Practice and Executive Leadership. Applications are due March 15th, 2026.  Please reach out to Jenni Knowles, jknowles@andersonuniversity.edu, with any questions!

Bellarmine University

2026 FALL open seats now available on NCAS. Rolling admissions. Apply early for a priority decision. Applicants must already hold a BSN (or be in-progress to graduate) to apply.

• Family Nurse Practitioner- MSN (2-yr online)
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner- MSN (2-yr online)
• Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- MSN (2-yr online)

All Kentucky and Southern IN residents will be provided with preceptors and clinical sites. Tuition discounts offered for employees of our partner affiliates. Out-of-state residents may choose their clinical locations.

Our trained nurses and advanced providers are known and respected regionally and nationally. Bellarmine, located in Louisville, KY, boasts 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 also ensures you will be better prepared to be a compassionate and capable provider. All graduate programs are online, but our southern hospitality makes you feel like you're right here with us on our beautiful Kentucky campus! Experience our Forbes Magazine ranked top 10 NP program for yourself.

Find out more by registering for an upcoming info session, visiting our website, or scheduling an appointment. We offer other graduate degree programs, including DNP, MSN Education/Administration, and post-MSN certificates in the above NP tracks.

Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science

We are currently accepting applications for the Summer 2026 term!

Did you know that our nurse practitioner program can be completed in as little as 16 months? Charles R. Drew University offers an extremely flexible, accelerated format that allows students to continue working while earning their degree! Some amazing aspects of the program include:

• Courses are held only 4 days a month!
• The Family Nurse Practitioner program is 16 months, and the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner program is 20 months
• We assist all students in getting paired with a preceptor
• Small class sizes allow our students personalized support from faculty and professors

We have tracks available for students seeking an MSN degree with their nurse practitioner certificate, or students seeking an NP certificate alone
Apply today! The application deadline is Friday, May 1st.

Please contact our nurse practitioner enrollment specialist, David Franco, at davidfranco@cdrewu.edu for any and all questions!

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) and doctoral (DNP) degree levels. We also offer a variety of post-graduate APRN certificates.

We are now accepting applications for a Fall 2026 start date for the following programs:

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN):  

• Priority scholarship deadline- April 1  
• Secondary deadline- May 1  

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): BSN to DNP and MSN to DNP:  

• Deadline- May 1  

We are now accepting applications for a Spring 2027 start date for the following programs:  

Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN):  

• Priority scholarship deadline- September 1  
• Secondary deadline- October 15  

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP): BSN to DNP and MSN to DNP:  

• Deadline- October 1  

Post-Graduate Certificates: Pediatric Acute NP, Adult-Gero Acute NP, Neonatal NP, and Nursing Education

• Deadline - May 1

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.

Florida International University

Florida International University is accepting applications for Fall 2026!

FIU Nursing’s Accelerated Option BSN program at the Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing & Health Sciences is uniquely designed for people who hold a bachelor’s degree in another field. The AO BSN is comprised of four (4) semesters of full-time coursework. Students are admitted into the AO BSN program once a year in the Fall semester. For more information, please visit: https://cnhs.fiu.edu/info/. You can also email us at sscnhs@fiu.edu.

The rolling admissions deadline to apply to the AO BSN program is May 10, 2026.

Apply now!

Kettering College

Building on a tradition of excellence and innovation, the Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program at Kettering College is designed to prepare nurses for leadership roles in the rapidly changing healthcare environment. 

Students choosing this degree are interested in advancing their nursing careers toward leadership and management to improve healthcare outcomes. The MSN curriculum is based on the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) Nurse Leader Core Competency Model, and includes content in leadership, health promotion, organizational behavior, human resources, emotional intelligence, education, financial management, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and mentoring.

The 39-credit program is scheduled for completion over 2 years (6 semesters) with courses offered online and practicum experiences arranged with facilities close to the student’s geographic area. 

Graduates are academically prepared for certification when the graduate meets eligibility requirements for work experience.

Apply through NursingCAS by the July 1 deadline for August admission and by the December 1 deadline for January admission.

Questions? Contact Mary Kay Cobb, Graduate Admissions Counselor, at mary.cobb@kc.edu. 

Oregon Health & Science University

The OHSU School of Nursing is Oregon's only academic health center, with six locations across Oregon, as well as hybrid and online options. We offer multiple nationally ranked bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. Learn more at https://son.ohsu.edu/admissions!

The following programs are still accepting applications:

Bachelor's programs 

• 3-year B.S. with a major in nursing | Apply by April 15
• RN to B.S. | Apply by May 14

Master's programs  

• Master's in Nursing Education | Apply by March 31
• Master's in Health System and Organizational Leadership | Apply by June 1

Doctoral programs 

• Ph.D. in Nursing | Apply by March 31
• Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner | Apply by April 1
• Post Master's D.N.P. | Apply by July 1
• Pediatric Nurse Practitioner | Apply by Sept. 1

Questions? Drop in for virtual office hours, schedule an advising appointment, email proginfo@ohsu.edu or call 503-494-7725. We look forward to talking with you!

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 are currently accepting applications on a rolling admissions basis.

Please contact David Dinwiddie at david.dinwiddie@regiscollege.edu with any questions.

Roseman University of Health Sciences

Looking 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:

• Doctorate of Nurse Practice-Family Nurse Practitioner (Summer 2026 start date)
• Doctorate of Nurse Practice-Nurse Anesthesia (Summer 2027 start date)

Visit our website to learn more about how you can start your academic journey to become an NP or CRNA with our graduate programs. For more information, contact Roseman University of Health Sciences at (702) 968-2054 or via email at dnpadmissions@roseman.edu.

Union University

Be prepared to change lives through the professional practice of nursing at Union University, where knowledge and faith unite. We offer an accelerated BSN if you want a career change or a variety of graduate programs to further your education. We also offer a fast-track program for registered nurses desiring a bachelor's degree. 

Undergraduate Degrees

Accelerated BSN  

15-months in-person full-time program for 3 Tennessee locations:

• Jackson- Apply by July 15 for Fall start
• Germantown and Hendersonville- Apply by July 15 for Fall start or Nov 30 for Spring start

RN - BSN 

• Complete the RN-BSN online in little as 12 months (excluding general education requirements) 
• Apply by July 15 for Fall start or Nov 1 for Spring start

Graduate Degrees

Graduate applications open each year in August with a variety of deadlines and admissions criteria for each program.  

MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)

Tracks include: 

• Administration
• Education
• Nurse Practitioner (FNP & P-MH)
• MSN/MBA combination degree

DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) 

Available tracks include: 

• Executive Leadership (BSN-DNP and Post-Master's DNP)
• Nurse Anesthesia (BSN-DNP)
• For Licensed CRNAs (CRNA-DNP and Post-Master's DNP) 
• Nurse Practitioner (Family and Psychiatric Mental Health - BSN-DNP and Post-Master's DNP) 

*MBA combination degree option with Post-Master's DNP 

*BSN-DNP options are 36 months, full-time only. Post-master's options are available, either full-time (five semesters) and part-time (eight semesters)

Post-graduate certificates: Administration, Education and Nurse Practitioner

Nursing Endorsements: Education, Administration 

For more information and details on these degrees, please contact Amy Joyner at 731-661-5028 or ajoyner@uu.edu.

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; rolling LDR & NE) and February 15th (all degrees; rolling LDR & NE) every year.  
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 (Grad certs fall start only)
• Leadership & Innovations in Healthcare (MS or DNP) (Rolling applications. No Deadline)
• MS Nurse Educator (Rolling applications. No Deadline)
• MS Leadership in Nursing and Healthcare Systems (Rolling applications. No Deadline)

Hear more about our program from one of our students: Christine Harris, Nursing Leadership and Innovations in Health Care DNP

University of Texas Medical Branch

The University of Texas Medical Branch School of Nursing is proud to be the 1st school of nursing in Texas! Educating nurses since 1890, UTMB offers undergraduate and graduate degrees designed to meet the needs of each nursing professional. To view more information on programs offered, including admission requirements and application openings, please visit our website at nursing.utmb.edu.

Undergraduate

Accelerated BSN - on-campus (fall, spring, or summer entry)

RN-BSN - online (fall entry only)

Graduate

MSN - online (fall entry only)

• Family NP
• Adult-Gerontology Primary Care NP
• Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP
• Neonatal NP
• Executive Nurse Leader
• Clinical Nurse Leader
• Nurse Educator

DNP (fall entry only)

• BSN-DNP Family NP, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP, or Dual Track - online
• BSN-DNP Nurse Anesthesia - on-campus
• MSN-DNP - online

PhD - online (fall entry only)

• BSN-PhD
• MSN-PhD

If you have any questions, please reach out to our Office of Admissions and Student Affairs at son.studentaffairs@utmb.edu or (409) 772-8271. To view available open house dates and to register, please visit https://nursing.utmb.edu/openhouse.

William Jewell College

January 2027 Accelerated Track - Seeking a non-traditional path to a nursing career? Jewell has a 12-month Accelerated Nursing Track, designed with real-world experience in mind.

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 for your future—Jewell is where your nursing journey begins.

Contact:
Allie Foltz
Nursing Student Liaison
Cell: 816.715.3982
Email: foltza@william.jewell.edu   
William Jewell College | www.jewell.edu/programs/nursing/nursing-accelerated-track 
 

Keiser University

Ready to take your nursing career to the highest level? Apply now through NursingCAS for the Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice (DNAP) at Keiser University. This rigorous, accredited program prepares you to become a board-certified Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) with advanced clinical expertise and leadership skills.

Application Window:

Fall Cohort (September start): January 2026 - August 2026

Admission Requirements:

• Applicants must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a baccalaureate or graduate degree in nursing or an appropriate major.
• Minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA
• Current RN licensure
• One year of adult critical care nursing experience with current full time employment
• 40 hours of CRNA/anesthesiogist shadowing experience (AA shadowing not accepted)
• Prerequisite coursework with a B or better
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Personal statement written in AMA format, minimum three pages not including title and reference pages

This competitive, accredited program prepares graduates for advanced clinical practice and the national certification exam as a CRNA. Submit your NursingCAS application early!
 

Oregon Health & Science University

The OHSU School of Nursing is excited to announce a new doctoral program! The D.N.P. in Executive Leadership is now available to start this fall. This hybrid program can be completed in just 18 months. Join a program that prepares you to work in top executive roles. 

Learn how to apply  

Questions? Drop in for virtual office hours, schedule an advising appointment, email proginfo@ohsu.edu or call 503-494-7725. We look forward to talking with you!