Applying to the Nursing RN-to-BSN Program
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Recommended Application Deadlines
Our goal is to make it easy for you to start this continuous enrollment program. Because this program features some coursework that begins in the middle of the traditional semesters, there are multiple options for starting the program.
For the best possible admission, enrollment and orientation experience, we recommend that you complete your application by these dates, which are approximately 30 days before the start of each term:
- Summer term: April 15
- Fall term: July 15
- Spring term: Dec. 15
- Middle of a term: contact the Admission Coach to discuss options and deadlines!
You can still apply after these dates, but if the date has passed please contact the Admissions Coach for support to apply and begin classes in the upcoming term. View the UNC Academic Calendar for the start dates for upcoming terms.
Application Process
Applicants must apply to the program through the Nursing Centralized Application Service (NursingCAS). Please submit all required materials by the application deadline to avoid a delay in the evaluation and screening of your application. All official transcripts that will be required for program admission will be submitted to NursingCAS, and do not need to be resubmitted to UNC.
The UNC School of Nursing will review applications following the application deadline. Official admission notifications will be sent in the 2-4 weeks that follow.
Start Your NursingCAS Application
Apply via NursingCAS. The following bullets will support you as you complete the application and material submission process.
If you plan to start your UNC program in Spring or Summer 2025: please choose Fall 2025 for the NursingCAS application and once your NursingCAS application is complete, reach out to erin.cummins@unco.edu for additional information and to ensure that your application is pulled through to UNC as soon as possible.
In the Nursing CAS application system, click on the "Add Program" tab, search for "University of Northern Colorado" and choose one of the following programs via the "+" icon:
- RN-BSN
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Dual Enrollment (RN-BSN)
Items You Will Submit for This Program
You will then continue in the Nursing CAS system to complete the following:
- Send to NursingCAS an official transcript from each college or university where courses were taken. Help with Transcripts - NursingCAS.
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Proof of RN license (not required for dual enrollment applicants).
If you are admitted to the program:
International applicants: please visit the International Students Admission Requirements page for information about additional requirements.
