Accelerated BSN

NSG 310: Foundations of Nursing (4)
NSG 311: Foundations of Nursing Practicum (3)
NSG 312: Nursing Assessment Across the Lifespan (3)
NSG 313: Pharmacotherapeutics in Nursing I (2)
NSG 315: Nursing Ethics and Health Policy (2)

Hours: 14

Tuition & Fees

• Resident: $3658.40
• Non-Resident: $5658.40

Includes Health Insurance fee of $1392.40 which can be waived if coverage is verified.

Additional Costs

• ExamSoft $62.50
• Books $250
• Nursing Supply Bag $350
• Uniform (lab coat, scrubs, stethoscope, name tag, shoes) $250

• Liability Insurance $15
• ATI Package $400
• CastleBranch (background check, drug screen health document managment) $115
• CPR Certification $75

Optional Costs

• NCLEX Review Book $50

Does the ABSN program offer an official transcript evaluation? How do I determine how my previous courses will transfer?
We do not offer an official transcript evaluation prior to applying to WCU. However, the Admissions Office has created lookup tools to help you determine quickly where you stand with prerequisites. Click the Credits Earned Elsewhere link, then click either NC Community College Equivalencies or Look-Up Tool for all other colleges.

One of my prerequisites isn’t listed on the lookup tool. How can I figure out if it transfers?
For questions about individual courses, you can email the Registrar’s Office at registrar@wcu.edu. Instructions are included in the pre-requisites video. Include your unofficial transcript and course description/syllabus if available, indicate which WCU pre-requisite you want this course to fulfill as transfer credit.  

I’ve taken a higher level course that I think could substitute for a prerequisite and want to request a course equivalency evaluation. What should I do?
Email registrar@wcu.edu to determine if the course meets the requirement. Make sure to include the course description and details. They will send the request to the department for evaluation.

Do you accept credits from companies like StraighterLine, SOPHIA Learning, Study.com, or Saylor Academy?
You’ll need to reach out to the Registrar’s Office with details ahead of time at registrar@wcu.edu to confirm that the course will transfer appropriately.

What TEAS score do I need to be a strong applicant?
With holistic admissions, a TEAS score is one element we evaluate. Historically, the average TEAS score for accepted applicants has ranged between 85-89%. 

Can international students apply to the program?
Absolutely! The best way to start the process is by contacting the Office of Global Engagement to find out what additional information will be required to apply to WCU, and what your next steps will be.

Is there a time restriction for prerequisites (i.e., all courses must be taken in the last __ years?)
As long as a course transfers appropriately per the Registrar’s Office, the ABSN program does not restrict credits based on the year they were earned.

Can I apply before completing all prerequisites?
You must complete 3 of the 4 science prerequisites prior to applying. You can complete other prerequisites after the application deadline, as long as you finish them prior to starting ABSN courses in the fall. All prerequisites must be completed with a C or higher.

Where/how should I take NSG 346 and ND 330?
Because they are taught at the 300-level, most students are not able to transfer NSG 346 and ND 330 from other institutions. The majority of ABSN students take these courses online through WCU during the summer after being admitted to the ABSN program, before officially starting classes in the fall. Slots are held for all admitted ABSN students.

Can I substitute Calculus or another high-level math class for MATH 170 (Applied Statistics)?
We require a statistics course for admission. A statistics course in another discipline besides math may be considered. Communicate with the WCU registrar’s office registrar@wcu.edu.  

Can ABSN faculty or the School of Nursing check over my application on NursingCAS to make sure I have everything I need?
Prior to submission, we do not have access to applicant materials in the NursingCAS platform. The best thing to do is look carefully over all the information on the ABSN website and the WCU ABSN application instructions in NursingCAS to ensure you’ve included all required materials.

Are there information sessions or open houses?
We offer several Virtual Open Houses each year, which are led by faculty and give a great overview of the program. If you’d like to schedule a time to see the Biltmore Park campus, you can start that process by emailing wcunursing@wcu.edu.

Does the ABSN program consider anything else in admission decisions besides test scores and GPA?
The ABSN program is pursuing a holistic approach to admissions that is inclusive in nature and results in a study body that is reflective of the communities we serve. Experiences, attributes, and personal contributions are considered in admission decisions. 

How many do you accept in each admission cycle?
We currently seat a class of 55 students.