Dear Prospective Student:
Thank you for your inquiry regarding the MSU Bachelor of Science in Nursing Completion- (BSN-C) Program. This program is an innovative, online program that provides a seamless transition for graduates of diploma and associate degrees in nursing to further their 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.
BSN-COMPLETION APPLICATION FOR APPLICANTS WITH RN LICENSE
Deadlines for Completed Application (at 5PM CST on the following dates):
DATE OF APPLICATION: ___________________________
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: ___________________________ EMPLOYER NAME: ____________________________ DEPARTMENT: ____________________________ EMPLOYER ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________ EMPLOYER PHONE NUMBER: ____________________________
PREVIOUS EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION (Nursing Schools & Colleges in chronological order):
Name of School Address Length of Time Date of
Graduation
(CONTINUED)
1. Will you be a full time or part time student? Circle one:
Full time student _____ Part time student _____ No preference _____ 2. What semester and year do you plan to begin the BSN-C program? __________________ 3. Was your basic program accredited by NLNAC? _______
4. List any courses you have taken previously that may meet BSN-C degree requirements.
Course Credit
BSN-COMPLETION APPLICATION FOR APPLICANTS WITH RN LICENSE
(CONTINUED)
5. List any: (a) professional or community service, or leadership, and (b) previous scholarships and awards. _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________
6. Which clinical experiences are you able to attend? (Circle all that apply.) Daytime _____ Evening _____ Weekend _____
I verify that everything on this application is correct.
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
______ RN license without disqualification in state of practice Exp. date__________
______ Varicella (chicken pox) titer or vaccination
______ 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 vaccine (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
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
______ Evidence of Family Care Safety Registry online: http://health.mo.gov/safety/fcsr
______ Arrange for criminal background check (registration obtained through the Nursing Department)
______ Arrange for urine drug screening (registration obtained through the Nursing Department)
Additional documentation needed after admittance to program:
______ Mandatory orientation attendance on campus - First Monday before classes start each semester (August, January,
June)
______ 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
