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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.
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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.
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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.
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NursingCAS and COVID-19
NursingCAS remains fully operational and business is being conducted as usual. Applicants can still contact customer service and continue with the application process. All application materials, including transcripts, test scores, and foreign evaluations, are being processed upon receipt. For more information and updates as they become available, please check the COVID-19 Updates Webpage.
NursingCAS School Events Calendar
View the NursingCAS School Events Calendar to learn about virtual and in-person student recruitment events taking place across the country! Over 275 NursingCAS schools offer events throughout the year.
 Open Seats
Abilene Christian University
Abilene Christian University is currently accepting applications to our online BSN to DNP and DNP programs for the Fall 2020 term. Our BSN to DNP pathway program is designed for students who currently have their BSN and are looking to move quickly into a DNP program. Our DNP program is designed to help students develop their clinical and leadership skills through two distinct tracks — Executive Nursing Leadership and Advanced Practice Nurse. Visit acu.edu/online to learn more about these CCNE-accredited programs.
New, first-time students starting in our online BSN to DNP or DNP programs may qualify for a $10,000 DNP Scholarship. To be eligible, students must apply by August 10, 2020, and begin class on August 25, 2020. Terms and Conditions apply.
Arkansas Tech University
Arkansas Tech University is still accepting applications for the Fall 2020 semester*, and we’re making it easier for nursing leaders to apply to graduate school! The GRE/MAT test score requirement has been WAIVED for all Fall 2020 applicants! The ATU Master of Science in Nursing Administration and Emergency Management offers a unique focus that will set graduates apart and prepare students to assume administrative roles in healthcare systems. More relevant now than ever, the program also provides training and insight to help students lead in planning and coordinating emergency response strategies related to healthcare. Come see how ATU helps its graduates become innovative leaders. Learn more at bit.ly/atugradnursing.
*Applicants are encouraged to submit applications no later than two (2) weeks before the fall term starts on August 19th, 2020.
Ashland University
Ashland University has open seats in all undergraduate and graduate nursing programs; apply today!
Traditional BSN—a four-year, on-campus program with interactive, state-of-the-art, simulation labs along with core, and clinical nursing coursework. Prepares students to become Registered Nurses.
RN to BSN (online)—designed for working professionals who are licensed as Registered Nurses or preparing to complete their RN licensure. *RN-BSN new tuition rates are $250 per credit hour; $200 per credit hour for Corporate Partners.
School Nurse Program—post-bachelor certificate program consisting of online coursework and a 160 to 320-hour internship in a school setting. Completion prepares students to practice as a professional School Nurse in alignment with the ANA and NASN Scope and Standards of Professional School Nursing Practice. NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR NEW PROGRAM: Master’s In Adult Education with School Nurse concentration!
Nurse Educator Certificate Program— for RNs with a BSN, MSN, or DNP or who are working on their DNP. Prepares nurses to teach in a nursing education program or healthcare setting. 12 credit hours of graduate-level online coursework and 48-hour practicum/project.
For start dates and deadlines, call 419-289-5738 or visit our website.
Briar Cliff University
Briar Cliff University is the Catholic, Franciscan learning place. Here, each person’s dignity is appreciated and celebrated, providing a powerful sense of community and a place to pursue a private, liberal arts education that shapes more than your résumé — it shapes your character.
BCU is still accepting applications for the pre-licensure BSN degree (traditional program located in Sioux City, Iowa), RN to BSN degree (online program), and DNP (online program). The deadline to be considered for fall enrollment is August 7, 2020. Contact Rose.molacek@briarcliff.edu for more details.
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science is now accepting students for the RN-BSN Program for Fall 2020! Based in Los Angeles, California, the program can be completed in as little as 12 months! Eligible applicants include registered nurses with an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN), and nursing students currently enrolled in an ADN program. To learn more, please visit our website.
If you would like more details, please contact Nicole Aquino (Sr. Undergraduate Enrollment Specialist) at nicoleaquino@cdrewu.edu or 323-357-3675. We look forward to having you join the CDU family! Follow us on Facebook (Charles R. Drew University RN-BSN Program) or Instagram (@cdurnbsnprogram)!!
Harding University
Harding University has open seats for Fall 2020 start. We would love for you to join us in Fall 2020! We offer an FNP Masters. Full-time is done in 5 semesters, and part-time is done in 8 semesters. Our faculty are easily available by email, phone, or text. We currently have a 100% pass rate since our first graduating class of 2017. We offer a primarily online program. Due to COVID, we will not have any on-campus time in Fall or Winter, but we plan to stay closely connected to our students.
Please contact Dr. Clarin (FNP Program Director) on her personal cell 901-355-4394 or email dclarin@harding.edu. The deadline can be adjusted based on an applicant’s interest in the program. We look forward to hearing from you!
Holy Family University
My name is Marie Leonard and I look forward to talking with you. I am happy to answer questions 267-341-3924 or email mleonard2@holyfamily.edu.
We have a DNP Program with several tracks:
We also offer Post Graduate Certificates available in Nurse Education and Nurse Administration!
Mary Baldwin University
Invest in the future of healthcare by joining our interprofessional School of Nursing. Our programs are 100% online and designed to meet the needs of working nurses.
OUR PROGRAMS
RN-BSN – $10K for 30 nursing credits! Plus….Get credit for what you know. MBU offers RN to BSN students portfolio review for prior learning credits at no cost. Complete the program in as few as 3 semesters or up to 5 years.
MSN – Complete the program in as few as 4 semesters or up to 5 years. Choose from 3 concentrations.
RN-BSN-MSN – Earn your BSN while enrolled in an MSN program by taking dual-credit courses. Complete the program in as few as 7 semesters or up to 7 years.
Missouri State University
Ready to take the next step? Complete your RN to BSN online with Missouri State University. There is still time to apply and start in August or October.
- Flexible for the working RN
- 100% online
- Same affordable tuition for in-state and out-of-state
- 5 start times per year
- Finish in as little as 12-months
Apply Today! Questions? Email us at nursing@missouristate.edu.
Oakland University
Find your future. Explore Oakland University’s graduate degree programs. The Oakland University School of Nursing Master of Science in Nursing programs prepare professional nurses for advanced nursing practice, leadership in the nursing profession, and future doctoral study. The Clinical Nurse Leader, Forensic Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Forensic Nursing, Adult Gerontological Nurse Practitioner, and Family Nurse Practitioner application deadlines are August 15th for the Fall 2020 semester.
Our post-master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice program prepares graduates to assume clinical and leadership roles in both academic and clinical settings. Those who obtain a Ph.D. in Nursing degree are prepared for academic and research settings. For more information, please attend our information session on August 19th at 11am. The Fall 2020 semester application deadline for the Doctor of Nursing Practice is August 15th.
For those who wish to pursue educator roles upon graduation, the Nurse Faculty Loan Program* (NFLP) is federally funded and can make the Forensic Nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice, and Ph.D. in Nursing programs more affordable for our students. The NFLP is designed to increase the number of qualified nursing faculty.
The application deadline for all SON graduate programs is online and we encourage you to learn more about the nursing programs available at Oakland University.
*This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $175,421 with 10 percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government.
Roseman University of Health Sciences
Looking to advance your current skills as a Family Nurse Practitioner… Roseman University College of Nursing is here to help! Roseman University of Health Sciences is currently accepting applications for our MSN-FNP program beginning in January 2021. Roseman offers a 23-month MSN-FNP program online with limited residencies. The MSN-FNP program offers students the ability to work full-time and complete clinical hours in their current state, with prior approval. Become a future Roadrunner and come run with us!!! For more information, inquire at gonursing.roseman.edu.
St. Petersburg College
Quality Education at an Affordable Cost.
The RN-BSN program at St. Petersburg College is nationally accredited by CCNE and can be completed in as little as 3 semesters. Successfully completing a BSN opens up a wealth of career opportunities for the Registered Nurse and lays the foundation for graduate studies.
St. Petersburg College (SPC), founded in 1927, is the third-largest college in the state of Florida. It was the first community college to become a 4-year institution in Florida and is one of the top providers of online education in the state. The college is home to a diverse body of students from a variety of geographic, ethnic, religious, and socio-economic backgrounds, and is committed to the highest academic standards in undergraduate education. Before applying, you must have three things:
- An active, clear RN license in the United States
- An associate’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college (or diploma in nursing from an ACEN/NLN-accredited program).
- A minimum GPA of 2.0
Why Choose SPC for your RN-BSN Degree?
- Flexible scheduling – students can choose to do the entire program online or attend face-to-face classes.
- Each course is 8 weeks in length (known as a modmester).
- No waiting lists and students can start the program in any modmester (January, March, June, August, October).
- 32 core nursing credits required. Core credits can be completed in 3 semesters (2 courses each semester), or students can choose to take their time and complete the program at their own pace.
- Program cost for the 32 core credits including tuition, fees, and books:
- Florida residents- Approx. $5,300
- Out-of-state—Approx. $14,360
For further information about the RN-BSN program, please refer to our CAS page or visit our SPC nursing webpage. You may also contact our specialist nursing advisors at HEC_Advising@spcollege.edu.
South Dakota State University
South Dakota State University (SDSU) has open seats in a number of undergraduate nursing programs, including:
Accelerated B.S.N./Second Degree Program:
South Dakota State University (SDSU) offers a 12-month Accelerated B.S.N. for students with a degree in another field who wish to become a Registered Nurse on the Aberdeen and Sioux Falls campuses. Aberdeen and Rapid City are currently accepting applications for the Spring 2021 program that begins in January 2021 on the campus of Northern State University. Apply today! For more information, contact Sara Olson at sara.olson@sdstate.edu.
RN to B.S.N.:
The RN to B.S.N. program is a fully online, flexible, and affordable option designed to help associate and diploma registered nurses move ahead in their nursing career. The application is open. For more information, contact Cami Veire at Camilla.veire@sdstate.edu.
The SDSU College of Nursing boasts a 97.47% pass rate on the NCLEX and 100% job placement among its four campuses: Brookings, Sioux Falls, Rapid City, and Aberdeen. Visit our website for more information.
Union College – Nebraska
Now, even more than ever, the world needs nurses, and the nursing profession needs YOU! Union College is eager to help you achieve your goal so you can get out into the world and make a difference as a professional nurse. We have open seats in our January 2021 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) cohort that we’re ready to fill!
Union College’s nursing program is one of the best and here’s why:
- 100% first-time NCLEX-RN (national licensure exam) pass rate for several of our recent graduating cohorts.
- 96% first-time NCLEX-RN pass rate average over the past 5 years.
- No waiting list – the nursing curriculum is only five semesters long and clinical rotations begin the first semester of the nursing program. Apply now!
- Clinicals are held in all the major hospital systems in Lincoln, Nebraska, and in the local community (don’t worry, we’re in the capital city of Nebraska which is full of college student opportunities).
- Small class sizes of 30 students in a lecture and an average of 6 students in a clinical group ensure that you will get individualized attention and your professor will know you by your first name.
- Every student in each clinical course utilizes the state-of-the-art Simulation Center multiple times each semester.
- Our faith-based program prepares students to care for patients holistically – mentally, spiritually, emotionally, and physically, and all faiths are welcome.
- The Global Health Nursing elective course creates an opportunity to travel to a developing country over Spring Break to provide care.
If you’ve been searching for a nursing program with a tradition of excellence, small class sizes, and professors committed to your success, you’ve found it! Apply today!
Visit our website for more information. Questions? Contact Yary Jimenez, Health Sciences Enrollment Counselor, at nursing@ucollege.edu or 402-486-2674 – she’ll happily talk you through the application process.
University of Cincinnati
UC Nurses. We See Leaders.
Online Course Options | Nationally-Ranked Quality | Flexible Schedules
- SPRING 2021 Programs Available! Programs may close early if capacity is reached, so APPLY TODAY!
- SUMMER 2021 & FALL 2021 (and SPRING 2022 Nurse Anesthesia) applications open AUGUST 15th! See below for details & Request Info Forms to receive news.
- 9 Courses
- 9, 12, or 18 Months
- 6 Start dates per year
- No Clinicals!
GRADUATE PROGRAMS—Spring 2021
Priority Deadline September 1 | NursingCAS Basics Deadline: October 15
MSN
For news about SUMMER 2021 & FALL 2021 Programs, complete the corresponding Info Request forms:
*Cincinnati Area Residents for MSN & Post-MSN Family NP and MSN & MSN AG PCNP: Select the Cincinnati Metro Resident Application to avoid online fees! Residents of all other areas select the Distance Learner application. Cincinnati Metro Area Counties:
University of Michigan School of Nursing-Ann Arbor
The University of Michigan School of Nursing-Ann Arbor is excited to begin accepting applications for the Fall 2021 cohort! Our application will open in NursingCAS in late August/early September with an early deadline of January 15, 2021. The School of Nursing is committed to continue assisting prospective applicants, so we are offering unique opportunities to connect with you virtually! Be sure to check out our Visit Us page for the most up to date information as we are adding new events frequently. Please contact us at UMSN-GradAdmissions@med.umich.edu or 734-763-5985 with any questions.
University of St. Thomas-Houston
University of St. Thomas-Houston is preparing to educate the nurses needed in this growing healthcare workforce! Our Graduate Nursing Applications are all open: RN to Master of Science in Nursing, Master of Science in Nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice. We are offering the following scholarships for our graduate programs. There is still space in our program to acquire these opportunities!
- FREE Fall 2020 tuition for MSN Program (up to first 50 admitted)
- FREE Fall 2020 tuition for RN to MSN Program (up to first 50 admitted)
- $2,000 fall 2020 scholarship for DNP (for first 20 admitted students)
- Students will study the MSN Core and then specialize in their concentration.
- Courses are hybrid which includes a combination of online and on-site labs at our main campus.
- The MSN degree will allow students to continue their development in the Nursing profession.
Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP): Transformational Leadership
- Two tracks for the working professionals: Post-Masters and Post-Bac
- Online with three on-campus seminars
- One-on-one mentoring through the program
If you are interested in learning more about the Nursing admissions process, please email Sara Johnson, Senior Nursing Admissions Counselor at nursing@stthom.edu, or call/text 713-705-4511. Follow us on social media at @NursingAtUST on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
University of South Florida
The post-master’s DNP application is open for Spring 2021 admission!
This MSN-to-DNP program prepares graduates to exercise advanced levels of clinical judgment, systems thinking, and expanded responsibility and accountability in planning, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based strategies to improve individual patient and population health outcome
Interviews are underway with DNP Nurse Anesthesia applicants for the 2021 cohort! The residency model program includes human anesthesia simulation and a fully integrated learning environment for students. The classroom and clinical setting are designed to achieve integration of the knowledge, skills, and ability necessary for the development of competent and proficient Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) with 0% attrition, 100% employment, and 100% first-time certification pass rate.
Ursuline College
Accelerate your success. Earn your DNP online with Ursuline College.
Become influential in nursing practice, administration, and education by earning a Doctorate of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree at Ursuline College. The Breen School of Nursing now offers the DNP 100% online, giving you the flexibility to pursue the degree on your schedule.
Post-Master’s Certificates are also offered in the following areas: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Practitioner, and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.
Wheeling University
Wheeling University has open seats for Fall 2020 in our pre-licensure BSN program and our accelerated BA/BS-BSN program. Wheeling University has small class sizes. Clinical experiences are completed in our local acute care hospital, community settings and simulation lab.
Wheeling University has open seats for Fall 2020 in our fully online RN-BSN program. The program can be completed in as little as 3 semesters and lays the foundation for graduate studies.
The MSN program offers two tracks: Family Nurse Practitioner or Nursing Administration. The MSN programs are fully online and clinical hours can be completed in students’ local communities. Applications are currently being accepted.
Wheeling University’s nursing programs are nationally accredited by CCNE and approved by the WV Board of Nursing. Students are encouraged to submit applications. For further inquiries, please contact nursing@wheeling.edu.
William Jewell College
We are accepting applications for our January 2021, 16-month BSN program. This is a program for students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree or will complete it before January 2021. The final application deadline for this program is August 15th, 2020 but we have already started admitting students for this cohort!
We are also accepting applications for our May 2021 Accelerated Track Nursing BSN program. This is a 12-month program for students who have already completed a bachelor’s degree or will complete it before the program start date.
Our programs feature:
- 85% employment rate prior to graduation
- 100% employment rate within 3-months of graduation
- 93% Accelerated Track first-time NCLEX pass rate in 2019
- 100% 4-year BSN first-time NCLEX pass rate in 2019
If you are interested in either of our Accelerated Programs, please contact Rebecca Broadbent, Admission Counselor for Accelerated Track Nursing at William Jewell College. She can be reached at 816-415-7678 (phone call), 816-579-0032 (text line), or via email at broadbentr@william.jewell.edu.
 New Programs
Medical University of South Carolina
New Mental Health Certification to Address a Critical Need
The MUSC College of Nursing continues to address the mental health challenges in South Carolina and around the country by opening a new post-graduate certificate program. The new online Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) – Lifespan Certification allows advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) to provide a continuum of mental health treatment, support, recovery, and prevention services across the patient’s lifespan. It also will allow APRNs to expand their scope of practice by attaining a second certification in psychiatric mental health, in addition to their primary care or acute care certifications.
The part-time program, which takes 16-months to complete, is available to APRN licensed primary care or acute care certified nurse practitioners and certified clinical nurse specialists in psychiatric-mental health. The post-masters PMHNP certificate program will prepare qualified nurses to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner certification exam.
Courses begin in Spring 2021. Applications are now open with a deadline of September 15, 2020. Decisions for the Post-MSN Certificate program are made on a rolling basis. To find out more information about this program, please view the admissions page or contact Alexis Cunliffe at cunlife@musc.edu.
Stephens College
Stephens College is excited to announce that our innovative nursing program is ready to begin enrolling students for the 2020-2021 academic year. Together with our partner in nursing education, Boone Hospital Center, we have designed an engaging program that will provide students with the full spectrum of public health and hospital experiences. Our three-year/two-summer program is a direct entry program with a strong emphasis on early clinical experiences. To learn more, please visit our website.
NursingCAS Customer Service
For application-related questions, contact NursingCAS Customer Service by chat via the icon in the lower right corner of your NursingCAS application, by phone at 617-612-2880, or by email at nursingcasinfo@nursingcas.org.
Hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM ET. For the quickest response, contact Customer Service by chat. Customer Service typically provides responses to emails within two business days; however, response times can take up to three business days during peak times. Be sure to have your CAS ID number (located under your name in the upper-right corner of the application) when contacting NursingCAS.
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