1. Get prepared: Let’s make sure you are eligible:

• Did you graduate from an accredited associate degree/diploma of nursing program?
• Do you have an active, unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license or approval from the appropriate state board?
• Do you have a total GPA of 2.0 or higher?

2. If you answered YES to all of the above, let’s get you connected with a program advisor: Book an Advising Appointment

3. Ready to apply? Let’s complete the application process:

• Step 1 is to apply to NSULA as an “undergraduate BSN student”
  • You can apply here: https://www.nsula.edu/admissions/
  • Click on the BIG PURPLE BOX “Apply for Admissions NOW”
  • Choose “I’m a transfer student or Seeking Readmission”
  • Create account and apply
• Step 2 is to complete an immunization waiver and send it to admissions.
  • You can find the immunization waiver on the admissions page under forms located here: https://www.nsula.edu/admissions/
  • You must put the word “waive/ online only” in every blank on the second page and sign it and email back to applications@nsula.edu.
• Step 3 have all official college transcripts sent directly to NSU admissions from your previous schools [electronically if possible]. If necessary, paper transcripts can be mailed to:
  Office of Admissions
  306 Sam Sibley Drive
  Student Services Center, Suite 235
  Natchitoches, LA 71497
• Step 4 When you get your letter of acceptance and NSU Campus Wide ID#, please set up an advising appointment with a RN-BSN advisor who will guide you through the program and registration process:
  Dr. Heather Hayter hayterh@nsula.edu
  Dr. Leah Pearce pearcel@nsula.edu
  Ms. Tiffany Rogers rogersti@nsula.edu

4. Are you an International student OR do you have previous education outside of the U.S?

Please visit our International Student Resource Center to see the additional requirements necessary to complete your enrollment.