Application Requirements

Now accepting applications for 2024. Please click here to apply.

Application Requirements: 

1. 1. Grade Point Average
      • • A minimum 3.0 GPA for admission
   2. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or the evaluated equivalency.
   3. A minimum of one year of work experience as RN for APRN concentrations (Nurse Practitioner). 
   4. An active, unencumbered California Registered Nursing (RN) License
   5. Three recommendations completed on forms provided
      • • Must be from sources who can personally attest to the candidate’s potential for scholarly and professional success: one personal, one academic, and one employer. Family members and friends may not complete recommendations.
   6. Professional resume that includes current practice with a minimum of one year of work experience as RN for APRN concentrations (Nurse Practitioner).
   7. A comprehensive essay of no more than 1000 words in APA 7^th edition format that includes the following elements:
      • • Purpose for entering the program
        • Significant events and influences that have affected your approach to life
        • Long-term professional goals
        • Reasons for choosing to study at California Baptist University
   8. Successful interview with the College of Nursing
   9. Clearances:
      • • CPR Certification
        • Background Check Clearance
        • Health Clearance
        • Drug Testing
        • Proof of Health Insurance
        • Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance

1. 9. Students are expected to work as a registered nurse during the program to gain clinical experience.