Thank you for your inquiry regarding the MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (BSN-C) Crowder Scholars Program. This program is the result of an exciting collaboration between Crowder and MSU Nursing to develop an innovative seamless transition for nursing education. We are pleased to assist in your pursuit of nursing education and career advancement. The BSN-Completion (BSN-C) program was started in 1977 to meet the educational needs of registered nurse (RN) graduates of associate degree and diploma schools of nursing. The degree requires 47-51 hours of general education, 67 hours in nursing (30 hours for basic nursing courses awarded through credit, 31 hours in upper division nursing courses, and 6 hours in related courses), and electives to total at least 125 hours, of which 40 must be upper division credit. All nursing courses are available via the Internet, and some may be offered seated during the day. The BSN-C program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
The BSN-C program has two entry points. The traditional BSN-C program admits students once they have graduated from an associate degree or diploma school of nursing, have a valid nursing license, and meets admission requirements. The BSN-C Scholars program admits academically exceptional students from approved associate degree nursing schools while they are in their basic nursing education program and with approval of their program director. They can then take some BSN-C nursing courses while they are completing their associate degree.
The enclosed information outlines the admission process. A description of the required nursing courses is also included. Please contact the Missouri State University Department of Nursing at 417-836-5310, or toll free at 877-728-0001, if you wish to schedule an appointment with the nursing admissions coordinator or if we can assist you in any way.
We wish you the best in your academic endeavors. Sincerely,
MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (BSN-C) Crowder Scholars Program
APPLICATION FOR PROVISIONAL ADMISSION
Deadlines for Completed Application (at 5PM CST on the following dates):
DATE: ___________________________
NAME: _____ Miss _____ Mrs. _____ Ms. _____ Mr.
_________________________________________________________________________________________ (Last) (First) (Middle) (Maiden)
ADDRESS: _______________________________________________________________________________ (Street and Number) (City) (State) (Zip Code) TELEPHONE: ______________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS: _____________________________________ SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER: __________________________ DATE OF BIRTH: ________________ MSU BEARPASS NUMBER: ____________________________
CLOSEST RELATIVE: _____________________________ RELATIONSHIP: ________________________ ADDRESS: _______________________________________ TELEPHONE: ___________________________ CURRENT NURSING SCHOOL: ____________________________ CAMPUS:________________________ ANTICIPATED ASSOCIATE DEGREE IN NURSING GRADUATION DATE: ________________________
PREVIOUS EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION (Nursing Schools & Colleges in chronological order):
Name of School Address Length of Time Date of
Graduation
APPLICATION FOR PROVISIONAL ADMISSION
(CONTINUED)
1. What semester do you plan to begin the BSN-C program? ____________________ 2. Are you currently covered under a health insurance policy? ______Yes _______No
3. List any: (a) professional or community service, or leadership, and (b) previous scholarships and awards. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________
I verify that everything on this application is correct.
MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion (BSN-C) Crowder Scholars Program
PROVISIONAL ADMISSION CHECKLIST
Application Materials: M#_____________________
______ Submission of Missouri State University Application (online or by mail) Application is available at http://www.missouristate.edu/admissions/apply.htm ______ Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher with no course grades below a C-
______ Official Transcripts of all college course work sent to Missouri State Admissions Office
Submit the following IN A SINGLE PACKET directly to the Nursing Department:
______ Completed BSN-C PROVISIONAL APPLICATION to the Department of Nursing ______ Evidence from ASN program of current:
______ Immunizations
______ TB (within 1 year) Exp. date__________
______ Evidence of current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification Exp. date__________ ______ Background Check with no identified restrictions
______ Negative urine drug screening
______ Recommendation from AAS Nursing Program Director with Program Director Recommendation Form sent directly to the Department of Nursing
Once all criteria are submitted, the student can then enroll in approved nursing courses, and the following will be sent to the student:
______ Letter of PROVISIONAL BSN-C admission sent from Department of Nursing to student
Additional documentation needed after provisional admittance to program:
______ Academic Plan completed with Advisor
______ Blood Borne Pathogens training online yearly (renewed every August) Exp. date__________ ______ HIPAA Missouri State University training online
______ Signed Student Disclosure Form (obtained through the Department of Nursing, renewed every year in
FULL ADMISSION CHECKLIST FOR APPLICANTS WITH RN LICENSE
Application Materials: M#_____________________
______ Submission of Missouri State University Application (online or by mail)
Application is available athttp://www.missouristate.edu/admissions/apply.htm
______ Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher in all college course work attempted
______ Official Transcripts of all college course work sent to Missouri State Admissions Office Submit the following IN A SINGLE PACKET directly to the Nursing Department: ______ Completed BSN-C application
______ Application Fee of $50.00 (For students admitted Fall 2014 and following)
Pay online at https://commerce.cashnet.com/NursingDept Print and attach receipt.
______ RN license without disqualification in state of practice (attach copy of actual license and renewal sheet) Exp. date__________
______ Evidence of vaccination for, or immunity titer to, Varicella (chicken pox)
______ Evidence of vaccination for, or immunity titer to, Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR)
______ Evidence of vaccination (must complete series of 3 vaccinations) for, or immunity titer to, Hepatitis B
______ Evidence of tetanus vaccination (within 10 years, renewed when expired) Exp. date__________
______ Proof of negative TB status or medical follow-up (within 1 year, renewed yearly) Exp. date__________
______ Evidence of current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers certification (front and back) Exp. date__________ ______ Evidence of professional liability insurance (minimum limits of $1,000,000 each occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate)*
Exp. date__________ ______ Evidence of current health insurance (attach a copy of insurance card)
______ Family Care Safety Registry: http://health.mo.gov/safety/fcsr (print sheet confirming registration: registration>Is a person registered)
______ Criminal background check (Nursing Dept. will email you information once complete application is received) ______ Urine drug screening (Nursing Dept. will email you information once complete application is received)
*NSO offers insurance. Visit http://www.nso.com/ for more details. You can also use other agencies, with correct limits.
Additional documentation needed after admittance to program:
______ Mandatory orientation attendance on campus - First Monday before classes start each semester (Aug, Jan, Jun) ______ Academic Plan and Application to Degree Program completed with advisor
______ Blood Borne Pathogens training online yearly (renewed every August) Exp. date__________
______ HIPAA Missouri State University training online
______ Signed Student Disclosure Form (renewed every August) Exp. date__________
______ Influenza vaccination documentation for clinicals (within 1 year) Exp. date__________
______ Purchase Polo Shirt for clinicals
______ Purchase Name Badge for clinicals