Admission: Pre-Licensure Nursing Program

The College accepts new students every fall and spring term. Applications are due by June 15 for the fall term and November 1 for the spring term. Applicants are encouraged to apply early and are notified in writing of the admission decision after application documents are complete and have been reviewed by the Admissions office. This process typically takes 2-3 weeks. Please account for additional time when submitting multiple transcripts. Applications and associated materials are accepted during the following periods prior to the entering semester. 

Listed below are requirements for admission to the pre-licensure nursing program:

1. High school graduation with a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or GED. A minimum college-level cumulative GPA of 2.8 on a 4.0 scale is required for transfer students for direct entry admission.

2. Completion of the following high school courses with a minimum grade of “C” (a grade of “C-” is not acceptable). If a minimum grade of “C” was not achieved in the listed course, the applicant is required to complete the course at the college level and earn a minimum grade of “C”:

High School Courses & Credits Required

• College Preparatory English

  • 4 credits

• College Preparatory Math (including Algebra II)

  • 3 credits

• Laboratory Sciences (including Biology and Chemistry)

  • 3 credits

• Social Sciences

  • 4 credits

• Recommended - Foreign Language (sign language accepted)

  • 2 credits

• Recommended - Visual or Performing Arts

  • 1 credit

3. MCCN is ACT or SAT test optional. Scores are required, however for any College-based merit scholarships.

4. TOEFL scores (required of students for whom English is not their native language) must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (www.ets.org/toefl) to MCCN; a minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based) is required. The institution code for Mount Carmel College of Nursing is 1502.

5. In addition, an applicant with college credits must submit evidence of a college GPA of 2.80 or higher (only grades of “C” or higher are eligible to transfer) for direct entry admission.

6. Transfer applicants must also meet the high school course requirements. College courses will be evaluated for transfer credit. Applicants must be admitted to Mount Carmel College of Nursing before courses will transfer. Enrollment classification/class level will be determined based on satisfactory completion of prerequisite/corequisite courses applicable to the Mount Carmel curriculum.

Traditional High School/Transfer Students

The following documents are required to complete the application process (the Admissions Committee reserves the right to require additional information):

1. A completed Application for Admission (link to the online application). A non-refundable, one-time, $30 application fee (credit card, check, or money order made payable to Mount Carmel College of Nursing) must accompany the Application for Admission.

2. A high school transcript. Transfer students are required to submit an official high school transcript even with an earned degree.

3. Current High School Students: A completed Course Enrollment Form (available with the admission packet) that lists any courses not included on transcripts in which the applicant is currently enrolled or plans to enroll prior to starting classes at Mount Carmel.

4. GED scores (if applicable) – official scores forwarded to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Office of Admissions, as well as official high school transcript of courses completed prior to leaving high school.

5. ALL college/university transcripts (if applicable). Official transcripts forwarded directly to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Office of Admissions (no photocopies or faxes).

6. A typewritten activities/interests resume highlighting employment, community service, athletic participation, hobbies, interests, honors, and awards.

7. A copy of visa or permanent resident card, if applicable, (see International Students).

8. TOEFL scores (required of students for whom English is not their native language) must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (www.ets.org/toefl) to MCCN; a minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based) is required. The institution code for Mount Carmel College of Nursing is 1502.

Home-School Students

The following documents are required to complete the application process (the Admissions Committee reserves the right to require additional information):

1. A completed Application for Admission (link to the online application).

2. A non-refundable, one-time, $30 application fee (credit card, check, or money order made payable to Mount Carmel College of Nursing) must accompany the Application for Admission.

3. A typewritten activities/interests resume highlighting employment, community service, athletic participation, hobbies, interests, honors, and awards.

4. A written verification from the appropriate school district indicating that the student was excused from compulsory attendance for home education (signed by the school district superintendent).

5. ACT or SAT standardized test scores are optional (see admission requirements).

6. A transcript or list, with grades, verifying that the student received the following instruction:

   1. The transcript must be signed by the school certifier and notarized.

Courses & Credits Required

• College Preparatory English

  • 4 credits

• College Preparatory Math (including Algebra II)

  • 3 credits

• Laboratory Sciences (including Biology and Chemistry)

  • 3 credits

• Social Sciences

  • 4 credits

• Recommended - Foreign Language (sign language accepted)

  • 2 credits

• Recommended - Visual or Performing Arts

  • 1 credit

9. Home school course content descriptions (syllabus) with a list of textbooks or other basic teaching aids.

10. Official GED score report.

11. All college/university transcripts (if applicable). Official transcripts forwarded directly to Mount Carmel College of Nursing, Office of Admissions (no photocopies or faxes).

12. TOEFL scores (required of students for whom English is not their native language) must be sent directly from the Educational Testing Service (www.ets.org/toefl) to MCCN; a minimum score of 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based) or 79-80 (Internet-based) is required. The institution code for Mount Carmel College of Nursing is 1502.

13. One letter of recommendation from a coach, pastor, employer, sponsor of an extracurricular activity, or teacher of any kind of private instruction (e.g., music lessons, etc.).

For any questions regarding transfer credit, view our full Credit for Prior Education policy.