Nursing Admission Requirements

The Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AASN) is for students interested in becoming a Registered Nursing (RN). This degree is full time and a hybrid (mix of online and in-person) program that prepares students to be a registered nurse. Students are typically in class, clinical, or lab 3-4 days a week Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM.

Length of Program: 18 months

Application Checklist

• Online application and $75.00 non-refundable application fee (paid online after submission)
• Graduation from an accredited high school, General Education Development (GED) certificate, or higher level of education
• Prerequisites / General Education Requirements – a “C” grade or better in the required courses
• Prerequisite Coursework GPA of 2.0 or higher
• Official transcripts from ALL schools attended, including high school or GED
• Foreign high school or college transcripts: Please request a credited evaluation of your transcripts. You can search this website for options: NACES
• Additional course credit: if you took Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE) or International Baccalaureate (IB), we must receive an official transcript from the appropriate host in addition to your high school transcript
• If sending your transcripts electronically, please have them sent to admissions@bshsi.org
• Any applicant who has previously enrolled in, or is currently enrolled in, a nursing program is required to respond to an essay explaining prior circumstances and may be asked to provide a professional letter of recommendation
• Applicants who are not U.S. citizens by birth must provide immigration or citizenship documentation. The school does not participate in the SEVIS program

Guaranteed Admission

Applicants who meet the following criteria are eligible for guaranteed admission, pending space availability:

• Hold a bachelor's degree from one of the approved Virginia institutions listed below, or

• Hold an associate degree from Richard Bland College or a Virginia College System (VCCS) institution

• Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5, and

• Have earned a grade of "B" or better in all required prerequisite courses

Approved Virginia Institutions:

• Christopher Newport University

• College of William & Mary

• George Mason University

• James Madison University

• Longwood University

• Mary Washington University

• Norfolk State University

• Old Dominion University

• Radford University

• Randolf-Macon College

• University of Richmond

• University of Virginia

• Virginia Commonwealth University

• Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech)

• Virginia State University

• Virginia Union University

General Education Requirements

Click here for more information on Transfer Credit. For transfer credit guidelines, refer to policy ADM 3.10.

*Courses may be in progress at the time of application, provided proof of registration is submitted. However, it is strongly recommended that all prerequisite and corequisite courses be completed by the application deadline, with final grades submitted, to maximize the chance of admission.

Application Deadlines

• January Admission – Apply by September 1

• March Admission – Apply by November 1

• May Admission – Apply by February 1

• August Admission – Apply by April 1

• October Admission – Apply by June 1

Admissions Decisions

Admission decisions are communicated through email 4 to 5 weeks following the application deadline.

Online Application

• Complete one month prior to the deadline to ensure requirements are completed on time
• Click the link to apply today: Online Application

All application requirements must be received by the deadline to be considered. Late submissions will not be accepted. Applicants are encouraged to review their application portal to confirm receipt of all materials. Applications are valid only for the designated application cycle. If you are unable to submit all required documents by the deadline, please wait to apply during the next application period.

Official Transcripts

• From ALL schools attended including high school and any institutions where courses are currently in progress - even if final grades are not yet available
• Foreign high school or college transcripts: Please request a credited evaluation of your transcripts. You can search this website for options: NACES
• If you took Advanced Placement (AP), Dual Enrollment (DE) or International Baccalaureate (IB), we must receive an official transcript from the appropriate host in addition to your high school transcript
  • AP - College Board
  • DE - Designated College
  • IB - International Baccalaureate

Admissions will not accept official transcripts directly from applicants. Official transcripts can be electronically delivered to admissions@bshsi.org or mailed to the address below: 

430 Clairmont, Suite 200
Colonial Heights, 23834

Previous Nursing Program Applicants

As part of the online application, applicants who have attended a previous nursing program are required to submit an essay and a professional recommendation letter. This information will be provided on your application.

• Essay prompt: Provide a brief explanation of what is different now versus when you were previously enrrolled in nursing courses or a nursing program.
• Professional recommendation letter should be emailed directly to admissions@bshsi.org

Other Resources

• AASN Curriculum Plan
• Join us for an information session (encouraged, not required)
  • Register here: Virtual and In-Person Information Sessions

Incentives for Bon Secours Employees

Bon Secours' Human Resources Department currently offers 100% paid tuition and fees for Bon Secours employees (full-time, part-time and PRN status) who commit to working a minimum of 18 months after successful completion of the program. For more information, visit: Bon Secours Mercy Health Employees

Have Questions?

• Fill out this form to request for more information about our programs: Request for Information
• Email admissions@bshsi.org or call (804) 627-5300
• Or contact your admissions representative directly:

	Beth Ford
	Admissions Manager
	Phone: 804-627-5341
	Email: Beth_Ford@bshsi.org