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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 for the Fall 2020 term of our online BSN to DNP and DNP programs. 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.
Arkansas Tech University
Arkansas Tech University is 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.
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine & Science is now accepting students for the RN-BSN Program for Summer 2020 and 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)!!
King University
King University has open seats for Fall 2020 in our pre-licensure BSN program. Students are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as they meet eligibility requirements.
- King University has small class sizes.
- The Nursing program of study is only four semesters.
- Clinical experiences are completed in acute care hospital and community settings and include simulation labs.
- Guaranteed admission to MSN program for students meeting certain requirements.
Please contact Dr. Amy Edmison, BSN Program Coordinator, for additional information at aedmison@king.edu. For more information about King University, visit our website.
Mary Baldwin University
OUR PROGRAMS
RN-BSN – 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.
MGH Institute of Health Professions
At MGH Institute of Health Professions (Boston, MA), we prepare practitioners to lead the next generation of interprofessional, compassionate care. We are currently accepting applications for:
- Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Spring/January 2021 entry) – Rolling Admission
Our intensive curriculum builds upon the skills and knowledge that you have accomplished in other degrees and careers and prepares you to become a nurse or nurse practitioner. Our program is designed specifically for college graduates with no prior nursing experience. Throughout the 16-month curriculum in the ABSN program, you will learn the essential skills and knowledge to deliver outstanding patient care as well as to advance in the profession of nursing. There is a 1:6 clinical faculty-to-student ratio, giving students personalized attention from excellent clinicians in prime clinical settings. We hope you consider applying to MGH Institute of Health Professions and become a member of an interprofessional health care team preparing to improve the quality of healthcare and patient outcomes.
Please visit our website for specific application information and requirements. Please contact the Office of Admissions (admissions@mghihp.edu) with any questions. We look forward to receiving your NursingCAS application soon!
North Park University
North Park University’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree is offered completely ONLINE. This post-master’s doctoral program is 33 semester hours total/seven semesters. DNP candidates become transformative leaders who are prepared to implement innovative change while practicing compassionate care. North Park is an NC-SARA partner.
- Currently accepting applications for Fall 2020 cohort.
- Deadline to apply: July 15, 2020.
Announcing the Nonprofit Delores Johnson Scholarship: 35% tuition reduction for nursing employees of nonprofit organizations, or a local, state or federal government agency.
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 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:
Traditional/Standard B.S.N.:
The South Dakota State University (SDSU) Rapid City campus has open seats for the Fall 2020 program that begins in August 2020. Apply today! For more information, contact Gale Folsland at gale.folsland@sdstate.edu.
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 is 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. Application is opening soon for an August 2020 program start. 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
Online Course Options | Nationally-Ranked Quality | Flexible Schedules
Programs may close early if capacity is reached, so APPLY TODAY! DEADLINES BELOW.
- 9 Courses
- 9, 12, or 18 Months
- 6 Start dates per year
- No Clinicals!
- Fall 2020 deadline: July 1
- Spring 2021 deadline: November 1
GRADUATE PROGRAMS—Spring 2021
Priority Deadline September 1 | Final Deadline: October 15
MSN
DEADLINES for Résumé, Personal Statement, RN License, Coursework Entry, & NursingCAS fee. Transcripts & Recommendations due within one month after posted final deadline.
*Cincinnati Area Residents for MSN & Post-MSN Family NP and MSN & Post-MSN AGPC NP: Select the *Cincinnati Metro Resident Application* to avoid online fees!**Nurse Midwife students attend occasional onsite intensives.
***Post-MSN AG PCNP only available to residents of Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana
****Post-MSN PMHNP has one required onsite visit
University of Miami
Apply today to our MSN-to-DNP program for the Spring 2021 term!
- Ranked #31 by US News & World Report
- Direct learning from and networking with leading community partners
- Combines online and one weekend per month on-campus learning, which is convenient for working professionals
- Flexible Study Options: 1 or 2 year (Spring entry for both)
- No GRE required
- Deadline: August 1st, 2020
Feel free contact the Office of Student Services at (305) 284-4325 if you have any questions. We look forward to receiving your application!
University of Missouri – Columbia
UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI SINCLAIR SCHOOL OF NURSING ONLINE DOCTOR OF NURSING PRACTICE with *NEW* MS(N) and post graduate certificate options.
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 programs as well as our *NEW* MS(N) and 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. With a rolling application process, you’ll know within weeks if you’re accepted so you can begin planning your future. July 15th is our deadline for fall start. For more information on becoming a MIZZOU Nurse, visit our website or contact Dr. Miriam Butler ( butlermd@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.
Hear more about our program from one of our students: Christine Harris, Nursing Leadership and Innovations in Health Care DNP.
University of Missouri – Kansas City
University of Missouri – Kansas City School of Nursing and Health Studies 2020-2021 admission cycle for our online MSN, DNP, PhD, and Post-MSN Certificate programs will open August 13, 2020. Our application deadlines are as followed:
Spring 2021 Deadline & early Summer 2021 decision: October 16, 2020
- MSN & DNP: Nurse Educator, FNP, AGNP & WHNP tracks only.
Summer 2021 Deadline: February 26, 2020
- All graduate programs & tracks, except the MSN Nurse Educator program (DOES NOT have a summer start).
Fall 2021 Deadline: February 26, 2020
- ONLY MSN Nurse Educator, Certificates & MSN-DNP programs offer fall admission.
Explore our CCNE accredited programs to determine which specialty area meets your needs:
SoNHS also offers various pathways to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Regardless if you are a high school student, licensed practical nurse (LPN), finishing up your associate’s degree or coming from a different profession, the UMKC SoNHS has a pathway for you to launch or advance your nursing career. Want to learn more about our BSN programs? Attend one of our many webcasts to learn more! Sign-up for a virtual visit.
Visit our website to learn more about our CCNE-accredited programs. Additional information regarding our admission & application process for our Undergraduate and Graduate Nursing degrees visit SoNHS Admission. Questions? Contact the School of Nursing & Health Studies Student Services department at 816.235.1700 or nurses@umkc.edu or visit our website.
University of St. Thomas-Houston
University of St. Thomas-Houston is preparing to educate the nurses needed in this growing healthcare workforce! We are offering two great scholarship opportunities for our graduate nursing programs. For our RN to MSN and MSN programs, the first 50 admitted students will receive FREE fall 2020 tuition (total of 100 students). Our DNP students will receive a $2,000 fall 2020 scholarship.
Our Graduate Nursing Applications are still open!
RN – MSN
- Designed for students who have an associate’s degree and carry their RN license.
- Students will take undergraduate bridge courses to prepare them for the MSN courses.
- Emerging Nurse professionals can obtain their MSN at the end of their studies.
MSN in Nursing and Healthcare Simulation; MSN in Nursing Education; MSN in Nursing Leadership
- Students will study the MSN Core and then specialize in their concentration.
- Courses are hybrid which include 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 713-313-6067. You can also visit our website. Follow us on social media at @NursingAtUST on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Ursuline College
Ursuline College: Become a nurse leader – Tuition reduction announced for DNP & post-master’s certificates
As the COVID-19 pandemic heightens the need for highly skilled and advanced nurses, Ursuline College’s Breen School of Nursing is ready to help. We are reducing tuition by 30% for those who are seeking a DNP degree (Doctor of Nursing Practice) and/or who want to earn a post-master’s degree nursing certificate. Beginning fall 2020, students entering these programs will be offered a reduced tuition rate of $849/credit hour. Students in these programs benefit from excellent instruction and mentorship by faculty members who are experts in advanced nursing practice, public health, and health care leadership.
Learn more about how you can accelerate your career with a DNP or post-master’s nursing certificate by contacting Melanie Steele in the Graduate Admission Office, at 440-646-8146 or MSteele@ursuline.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 priority application deadline for this program is August 1st, 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.
We are also still accepting applications for our Fall 2020 Transfer BSN program. The application deadline for this program is July 1, 2020. Some features of our Transfer BSN program:
- You will be more than a number. Our program recognizes and supports your strengths.
- Have the most competitive clinical experiences. Attend clinicals in the best hospitals and care facilities in the nearby Kansas City region.
- We are not a bridge program. An RN degree is not a requirement for the program.
If you are interested in this program, please contact Gina Mumpower-Turner, the Director of Transfer Admissions at William Jewell College. Her phone number is 816-415-7507, her text line is 816-675-5516 and her email is mumpower-turnerg@william.jewell.edu.
Wilmington University
Whether you’re just starting your education journey or looking to advance your career, WilmU has flexible, affordable, and 100% online options that work for you. WilmU doesn’t differentiate between in-state and out-of-state students, so all students are offered an affordable in-state tuition rate regardless of where they live.
Our Programs
M.S.N. in Nurse Leadership – Expand your leadership role with WilmU’s flexible and affordable M.S.N. in Nurse Leadership degree. This CCNE-accredited program equips you with the skills necessary to broaden your health care career mobility and earnings.
- Multiple tracks: Educator, Executive, Legal Nurse Consultant, and Public Health
- Dual Degree options: MSN/MBA and MSN/MSM
- Learn from curriculum infused with hands-on experiences that put theory and research into practice
- Accelerated MSN to DNP pathways and Post Master’s Certificate options available
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – Application deadline extended until July 15th for CAS applicants! Advance your nursing career with WilmU’s flexible and affordable DNP degree.
- Bridge the gap between research and clinical practices through coursework, experiential engagement hours and an evidence-based DNP project
- Choose from 100% online or weekend intensive hybrid formats
- Multiple pathways available
R.N. to B.S.N. – Take your clinical and communication skills to the next level with the CCNE-accredited WilmU RN to BSN degree.
- Participate in community learning experiences, which allow you to give back and network with other nurses and healthcare professionals
- Available 100% online or in a traditional classroom
- Accelerated RN to BSN plus MSN option available!
Have questions? We’re here to help! Call: 877-967-5464 (mention NursingCAS); Text: 302.203.9516; Email: admissions@wilmu.edu.
 Deadline Extensions
Angelo State University
Angelo State University has extended the application deadline for the Family Nurse Practitioner program to July 1, 2020. Angelo State University’s online Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) degree programs have been ranked among the best and most affordable in the nation for 2019 by multiple higher education resource guides. For more information about Angelo State University Department of Nursing visit our website.
St. Catherine University
Due to COVID-19, St. Catherine University will be extending the MSN application deadline to September 1st, 2020. Before beginning the application process, review the eligibility requirements for this program on our website.
Priority Deadline: June 15th, 2020.
Wilmington University
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) – application deadline extended until July 15th for CAS applicants! Advance your nursing career with WilmU’s flexible and affordable DNP degree. This CCNE-accredited program integrates your clinical and leadership skills.
- Bridge the gap between research and clinical practices through coursework, experiential engagement hours and an evidence-based DNP project.
- Choose from 100% online or weekend intensive hybrid formats.
- Multiple pathways available:
- Traditional DNP (with Advanced Practice or Leadership concentrations)
- Combined DNP and MBA in Healthcare Administration
- Combined DNP and Master of Science in Management with a Healthcare Administration concentration
- PhD to DNP pathway
Have questions? We’re here to help! Call: 877-967-5464 (mention NursingCAS); Text: 302.203.9516; Email: admissions@wilmu.edu.
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.
Are you ready to apply? Apply Now!
 
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