Admissions

The Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) program at Colorado Christian University serves potential students throughout the admission process. Each applicant is assigned an Enrollment Counselor (EC) from CCU’s College of Adult and Graduate Studies (CAGS) to assist with the application. Once application material is complete, the applicant is assigned a CAGS Student Services Advisor (SSA) to help them transition into the program.
Students can enter the RN-BSN Completion Program at multiple points in the academic year. Applications are processed and evaluated three times annually:
- February 15th
- June 15th
- October 15th
Completed applications must be received at least two months prior to the next start date. Class size is limited, so we encourage all applicants to begin the process as soon as possible. To be considered for admission, students must have:
- A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
- Completed an associate degree in nursing or diploma in nursing from an accredited institution.
- Proof of active unencumbered RN licensure (USA)
The first step in the application process is to submit an application online for admission to CCU’s College of Adult and Graduate Studies. Once your application is complete, you must also submit the following entry requirements for the RN-BSN program.
Entry Requirement Checklist
After submitting the CAGS student application and requesting official transcripts, complete the following checklist:
- Submit official transcripts from any colleges or universities, and nursing vocational schools attended. If currently enrolled at another institution, request a final transcript to be mailed upon graduation or completion.
- Submit proof of active unencumbered RN licensure (USA).
- Submit two letters of recommendation. Recommendations must be from academic or professional sources and should address your leadership ability, scholarship potential and professional competency. One recommendation must be from your current employer or supervisor.
- Submit a one-page essay describing your future career goals and rationale for returning to school to earn an advanced degree. Please comment on why you have selected CCU as your college of choice. Your essay is evaluated on clarity and organization of ideas as well as command of the English language. Please be sure your essay reflects your writing ability.
- Submit a copy of your health insurance card to validate current coverage.
- Submit the Immunization Record Form.
- Submit a copy of your current CPR card.
- Complete a Criminal Background Check online through American Databank no more than six months prior to the start of nursing courses. All expenses related to Criminal Background checks are the responsibility of the student.
NOTE: A drug screen may be required by the clinical site at which the student completes practicum experience for NUR470: Population Health: Community Based Care. In addition, a PPD/TB (2 step) may be required. All drug screen and PPD test arrangements and expenses are the responsibility of the student.