Traditional Pre-Licensure BSN
Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society
The Theta Psi at-large chapter of Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing at Rochester Christian University recognizes individuals who have demonstrated excellence or the potential for excellence and leadership. Membership is by invitation to junior and senior nursing students who have completed at least half of the nursing curriculum, rank in the upper 35% of their graduating class, and have achieved academic excellence.
Application Process
Application deadline for Fall entry into Rochester Christian University School of Nursing (RCU-SON) is the last Friday in May. The complete application includes full acceptance to Rochester Christian University and receipt of all transcripts by the application deadline. Personal information provided on the Rochester Christian University application form may be considered for evaluation.
RCU-SON applicants are evaluated on their potential for academic success and their ability to contribute to an enriching educational environment while in school. To be eligible to apply, the applicant must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 in both prerequisite and cumulative coursework.
RCU-SON applicants will submit a personal goal statement in a Word document to sgriffin@RochesterU.edu by the last Friday in May. This 500-1,000 word essay should highlight the reasons the applicant wants to attend Rochester Christian University School of Nursing and describe skills, experiences, and personal attributes that make him or her a good fit for the nursing profession. This goal statement will be used as a source of information about the applicant and as an example of the applicant’s writing ability.
As part of the application review process, potential RCU-SON candidates will be invited to an individualized face-to-face interview with nursing faculty. Qualifying applicants will be notified of their interview date and time.
Decisions regarding acceptance to RCU-SON are made by the Admissions Committee. The Admissions Committee reviews all applications that meet minimum requirements.
Freshman Direct Admit
The Rochester Christian University School of Nursing (RCU-SON) is pleased to offer freshman acceptance to qualified high school seniors. Freshman acceptance assures admission to the nursing program upon completion of prerequisite courses for the nursing major. Prerequisite courses must be completed within two years of initial enrollment to Rochester Christian University. The criteria for freshman admission to the RCU-SON are as follows:
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.4 on 4.0 scale.
- Successful completion (grade of B- or higher) of one year of biology, chemistry, and algebra.
- ACT composite score greater than or equal to 25 or SAT score of 1200.
- Enrollment at Rochester Christian University following high school.
Applications:
- Priority will be given to students who apply before December 1.
- Each applicant will be interviewed by the RCU-SON.
- Please submit a brief essay describing the extracurricular and work activities in which you have been involved that have contributed personally to you and/or the community. Indicate how you believe these experiences have prepared you for a career in nursing.
Upon direct admission, students will:
- Maintain full-time enrollment at Rochester Christian University.
- Complete all prerequisite courses and be eligible for the nursing major within two years of initial enrollment.
- Pass Rochester Christian University (non-nursing) courses with a C or higher.
- Pass RCU-SON nursing courses (NUR) with a B- or higher.
Requirements for Pre-Licensure BSN
General Education Core 37 hours
(The following general education requirements are covered in the required support courses: Lab Science.)
Required Support Courses 23 hours
Nursing Major 64 hours
| LDR 3653 | Strategic Leadership Theory and Practice | 3 |
| NUR 2102 | Introduction to Professional Nursing | 2 |
| NUR 2203 | Integrated Pathophysiology | 3 |
| NUR 2304 | Health Assessment | 4 |
| NUR 2402 | Fundamentals of Nursing with Clinical | 2 |
| NUR 2503 | Nursing Skills Acquisitions | 3 |
| NUR 2604 | Innovative Pharmacology | 4 |
| NUR 2705 | Medical Surgical Nursing I with Clinical | 5 |
| NUR 3215 | Medical Surgical Nursing II with Clinical | 5 |
| NUR 3314 | Mental-Health Nursing with Clinical | 4 |
| NUR 3412 | Applied Nursing Research I | 2 |
| NUR 3422 | Applied Nursing Research II | 2 |
| NUR 3514 | Maternal-Infant Nursing with Clinical | 4 |
| NUR 3614 | Pediatric Nursing with Clinical | 4 |
| NUR 4115 | Medical Surgical Nursing III with Clinical | 5 |
| NUR 4214 | Population Based Nursing with Clinical | 4 |
| NUR 4415 | Pre-Licensure Capstone Practicum | 5 |
| NUR 4613 | Comprehensive Nursing | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 124