Admission Requirements
- Application Process
Two parts:- Web-based component … www.utmem.edu/nursing then Apply Online Now
- Paper-packet component … Applicant collects all paper application materials, including transcripts, copies of licenses, etc., and sends all documents in one packet to …
UTHSC Office of Enrollment Services
910 Madison Avenue, Suite 525
Memphis, TN 38163 - Full instructions: www.utmem.edu/nursing ... then Future Students then Application 101
- Degree Requirement
- For MSN – Clinical Nurse Leader, for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree or higher in a non-nursing field from a regionally accredited college or university (or approved international equivalent).
- Official Transcript
- “Official” transcripts from every college/university you have attended must be collected by you…
- Official transcripts must be submitted to Enrollment Services as part of “Paper-packet component"
- Grade Point Average*
- Only applicants with cumulative GPA ≥ 3.0 based on all collegiate work or cumulative GPA ≥ 3.2 earned during applicant’s most recently completed degree program will be considered for admission.
- GPA calculation for most recently completed degree will be based only grades earned at degree-granting institution.
- Applicants may submit additional documents to demonstrate professional scholarship and leadership abilities that could make them more competitive.
- 3.0 cumulative or 3.2 on most recently completed degree
- Recommendation Forms (we prefer personal email addresses of references… we prefer that you do not use email addresses ending in .edu or .org)
- Applicant must provide names and email addresses of three references
Example: Johnsmith@yahoo.com or janedoe@hotmail.com - Recommendation Forms will be emailed to references when your application is submitted
- References asked to complete and submit “Recommendation Forms” online to Enrollment Services
- Two Rec Forms should be completed by faculty members who can address your academic ability.
- One Rec Form should be completed by an employer or professional who can address your professional performance.
- 3 Personal email addresses of references
- Applicant must provide names and email addresses of three references
- Certifications
- Current Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support prior to applying …
- and maintained throughout UTHSC enrollment
- Current PALS for Anesthesia
- Copy of certification submitted in “Paper-packet component”
- Laptop Required & Essential Computer Skills
- Must own a web-connected laptop
- Computer/web-based literacy skills expected
- Professional Goals Essay
- Please provide a 100-200 word response to each of the following questions:
- How would you describe quality? Provide an example.
- Describe a recent process that resulted in personal improvement and/or lifestyle change. (i.e. establishing an exercise routine, quitting smoking, achieving better grades, saving money, learning a second language)
- Must be submitted online as part of “Web-based component” of application process
- 3-5 pages (2-3 pages min.)
- Please provide a 100-200 word response to each of the following questions:
- If Native Tongue not English (minimum TOEFL scores required)
- Evidence of English proficiency is mandatory part of application process
- Official minimum TOEFL Score earned within two (2) years prior to application to College of Nursing
- Official scores must be submitted as part of “Paper-packet component”
- Three versions of TOEFL: * Paper-based Test, ** Computer-based, *** Internet/web-based
- 550*
213**
80***
- Other Important Criteria
- On-campus interview required part of admission process
- Individuals dismissed from other nursing programs are not eligible
- Successful background check must be completed prior to enrollment
- If Not a U.S. Citizen …
- Applicant must provide photocopy of immigration documentation showing “legal immigration status” (e.g., “Green Card”).
- Copy of Immigration Status Doc.
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS FOR ALL PROGRAMS MUST BE SUBMITTEDIN TWO PARTS: (1) ONLINE AND IN PACKET FORM and (2) ON OR BEFORE THE APPLICATION DEADLINE.
NOTE: APPLICANTS WHO MEET THE MINIMUM PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED INTERVIEW OR ADMISSION.
Program Inquiries
901-448-6125
Ron Patterson
Student Affairs - Assistant Dean
rpatte10@utmem.edu
Janet Wood
Student Affairs - Coordinator
jwood26@utmem.edu
Roylynn Germain
Student Affairs – Administrative Assistant
rgermain@utmem.edu
Admission Contacts
UTHSC Admissions Office
P: 901-448-5560
http://www.utmem.
edu/
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UTHSC Financial Aid Office
P: 901-448-5568
F: 901-448-1570
Contact Information
UTHSC College of Nursing
877 Madison Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38163
901-448-6128
Fax: 901-448-4121
Toll Free: 800-733-2498
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