Program Admission Requirements
Application Information:
To enroll in the Nursing Science Program, a student must apply and be accepted. Meeting minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission into the Program. The following application procedure should serve as a guide when applying to the program.
All Applicants:
1. Complete the application to Rose State College, if not currently a student at the college.
2, Take the following COMPASS assessment tests (see minimum scores required for consideration in Program Advisement): Wriring Skills, Reading Skills, and Pre-Algebra/Numerical Skills.
These tests are given in Room 210 of the Student Services Building. Each test requires approximately thirty (30) minutes for completion. The Student Services Building is open Monday and Tuesday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. A photo I. D. and a testing admission ticket are required for the tests. There is no cost to take the tests and an applicant may repeat them one time during each enrollment period to improve their scores.
BEGINNING TRACK APPLICANTS:
During a designated application period, submit the Nursing Science Program application with the following supporting documents:
1. Sealed official transcripts documenting completed college course work. If official transcripts of college coursework taken at colleges other than Rose State are on file in the Rose State College Office of Admissions, the student may obtain copies from that office and attach to the program application. A Transcript Evaluation for Transferability of Coursework must be submitted for any out of state college credits. This evaluation must be requested through the Office of Admissions and takes 4-6 weeks to process.
2. Submit official copies of COMPASS assessment test scores.
3. Submit a letter from employer verifying work experience, if applicable, for experience points.
4. Submit copy of current license/certification, if applicable.
5. Submit proof of residency, if applicable, for residence points.
CAREER LADDER TRACK APPLICANTS:
During a designated application period, submit the Nursing Science Program application with the following supporting documents:
1. Sealed official transcripts documenting completed college coursework. If official transcripts of college coursework taken at colleges other than Rose State are on file in the Rose State College Office of Admissions, the student may obtain copies from that office and attach to the program application. A Transcript Evaluation for Transferabiity of Coursework must be submitted for any out of state college credits. This evaluation must be requested through the Office of Admissions and takes 4-6 weeks to process.
2. Submit official copies of COMPASS assessment tests scores.
3. Validation from an employer of sufficient experience as a licensed practical nurse, registered paramedic, or military medic (not applicable for Direct Articulation LPN applicants if less than one year has passed since graduation from the program).
4. Official transcript for practical nursing or paramedic program, or military medic documentation.
5. Copies of College Challenge Examination Scores (non-applicable for applicants who qualify for direct articulation). The current offering is the LPN-Challenge exam which is offered the last Friday in September and February. It is a 75 question, multiple choice computerized test.. The cost is $105 and pre-registration is required 2 weeks in advance of the test.
6. Copy of current license/registry or letter of good standing from LPN Program Director if currently enrolled.
7. Submit proof of residency, if applicable
Career Ladder Track applicants should ensure successful completion of the LPN/Medic Challenge Exam (not applicable for applicants who qualify for direct articulation) and the Skills Refresher Course prior to expected enrollment in the Program. The LPN/Medic Challenge Exam is offered the last Friday in September and February. It is a 75 question multiple choice computerized exam. Pre-registration is required 3 weeks in advance of the scheduled test date. The Skills Refresher Course is offered each fall and spring semester. Specific information regarding dates and enrollment procedures are mailed to all Career Ladder Track applicants to the Program. In addition, all pre-requisite coursework must be successfully completed prior to expected enrollment in the Program.
Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. Students are responsible for obtaining and submitting all required documentation by the application deadline.
Students accepted into the program will be expected to provide documentation of completion of all immunizations, TB skin testing, CPR certification, federal background check and drug screening prior to enrollment in the program. (See program advisement for a complete list.) Failure to comply with these requirements may affect eligibility for enrollment.