APPLICATION & ADMISSIONS TO PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS - BACHELOR of SCIENCE IN NURSING (BScN)

(i) Introduction

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) is a four-year program. Graduates are eligible to write licensure examinations to practice nursing, and to hold membership in the Association of Nurses of Prince Edward Island.

(ii) Admission Requirements

1. Academic Requirements

High School graduate

Applicants must have successfully completed Grade 12 (OAC's in Ontario as applicable) in a university preparatory program with an overall average of 70% in the following subjects: English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and one other academic subject. Applicants must also have a 65% minimum in each of: English, Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology.

University Application

Applicants attending or having attended a University must meet the same requirements as listed above but can also complete the course requirements by taking degree level courses. A minimum mark of 60% is required in degree level courses.

Mature student

In addition to the general admission requirements for mature students, the following regulations apply: a student of mature years may be admitted to the School of Nursing without fulfilling all the entrance requirements specified for the high school graduates. A mature applicant must have achieved a mark of 65% in each of Grade 12 academic English, Mathematics, Chemistry, and Biology or a mark of 60% for 3 semester hours in the same subjects at the university level.

2. Extracurricular service [submitted on the supplementary application form]

Selection Criteria

The total number of students admitted will be limited in accordance with facilities and resources, on campus and in the health care agencies, to provide quality education. The criteria serving as the basis for selection of students are listed below in priority ranking:

  • Academic achievement;
  • Extracurricular service and experience related to Nursing

NOTE: Former UPEI Nursing students who withdrew in good academic standing during First Year may be given priority for re-admission to the program.

(III)  CPR, First Aid, Criminal Record and Immunization

The School of Nursing requires certification of your CPR (HCP level), First Aid, immunization record, and a certified criminal record check from your local law enforcement agency from all students accepted to the Nursing program.  Accepted applicants forward this documentation directly to the School of Nursing no later than August 15.  (Note: if any of the required documentation is not received by the deadline, this offer may be withdrawn).

(iv) Application Process

Application Deadline is 15 February (must be postmarked by this date). Your complete application package should be sent directly to the Registrar’s Office and should include:

  1. Undergraduate Application Form (two pages)
  2. $50 Application Fee ($75 for International Applicant)
  3. (a) School of Nursing Supplementary Application Form.  Available as Wordperfect or Word or
    (b) Transfer Supplementary Application (2 pages).  Available as Wordperfect or Word.  (Eligible transfer and Holland College Articulated Agreement applicants only)
  4. A current Curriculum Vitae (resume) if you are a mature student (21 years of age or older)
  5. Official transcripts are required from each high school and post-secondary institution where you have taken a course. If enrolled in courses, transcripts are to be submitted when final results of your current first semester can be reported. Transfer credits received at another institution will not negate the requirement for original transcripts.

PLEASE NOTE:

If you include a second choice, you can be considered for admission to another faculty once a decision has been made regarding your Nursing Application. If you meet the minimum admission requirements for the Nursing program, you will be admissible to the faculty of Science, Business or Arts.

Successful applicants are required to pay a non-refundable tuition deposit which goes toward their first semester fees.

Contact the Registrar’s Office if you have any questions.
Phone (902) 566-0608
Fax (902) 566-0795
email:  registrar@upei.ca