Undergraduate Admission
Qualified graduates of high schools (or individuals with equivalent preparation) may enroll in the four-year basic professional nursing curriculum leading to a Bachelor of Science degree. Applicants must meet the general requirements for admission to the University.
Transfer Students—Basic Program:
Students wishing to transfer into the baccalaureate nursing program must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0, have no more than one prerequisite science grade lower than C+, and successfully passed the NET (Nursing Entrance Test). The acceptable grade for a transfer of science credits is a C+ or better. The University’s admission committee will evaluate transfer credit. Because of the number of applicants and the limitations on available clinical spaces, it is recommended that applicants who have attended other institutions of higher education submit applications for transfer to the University Admissions Office by March 1 (for September entrance) or November 1 (for January entrance). Secondary school transcripts will be required of applicants who have completed less than 30 credits at a regionally accredited college or university. All transfer students are required to take the NET exam, which evaluates basic math and reading abilities. Students must achieve a minimum score as decided by the School of Nursing for entrance to the nursing program.
An admission interview may be requested of transfer applicants. Applicants will be contacted by the School of Nursing to make arrangements if necessary. The final decision on a transfer student’s application is based on the applicant’s previous academic achievement, NET scores, science grades, motivation, and personal characteristics necessary for success in nursing.
Nurse Entrance Test (NET) for Transfer Students only
The successful completion and evaluation of the NET entrance examination is a pre-requisite to the School of Nursing BSN Program effective with all School of Nursing Spring 2007 applicants.
Studies have shown that scores on this test are a predictor of success in the Nursing program and for passing the RN licensure examination (NCLEX). Consequently, the School of Nursing relies on these NET scores in determining an applicants potential for success in our program and on the RN licensure examination.
Applicants must receive the following minimum scores to qualify for admission to Adelphi University School of Nursing program:
- Math Composite Score - 65%
- Reading Composite Score - 60%
The test lasts approximately three hours. After you have submitted an application to the Admissions office at Adelphi, you will be given the contact information for Educational Resources, Inc. (ERI). ERI will schedule your exam date with you and send you a confirmation of registration. ERI will also send you written exam results after completion. No results will be given over the phone.
The NET Study Guide will help you with specific test taking skills for the Nurse Entrance Test (NET). Practice tests, which have been modeled to simulate the Entrance Exams, are designed to provide you with good practice and test taking skills (paperback - 156 pages). The study guide book is available at the Adelphi bookstore in the UC on campus. The link is below for directions and store hours of operation.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Nurse Entrance Test
A photo I.D. is required to be presented on the day of the exam.
Admission of Students Holding Degrees in Other Majors
Individuals holding a baccalaureate or master's degree in a major other than nursing are eligible to apply for the Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and are subject to the University policies governing the admission of transfer students. If accepted, applicants will be given 90 credits for their previous degree. Applicants must however also fulfill the requirements of the nursing major, including a minimum G.P.A. of 3.0. In most instances, this means that students will be held responsible for the professional courses and those science, math, and business courses that they lack from their previous degree. .
Admission Policies for Registered Nurses
Licensure as a registered nurse in the State of New York or eligibility for licensure endorsement is required.
Applicants must meet general University requirements for admission. Transfer students are required to have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 from all the institutions from which they transfer. Transcripts from high school, nursing school, and all other institutions of higher education must be submitted at the time of application.
Registered Nurse Transfer Students:
Graduates from associate degree programs are admitted with all applicable credits obtained in their program; however, 64 is the maximum number of credits an associate degree graduate may apply to the Bachelor of Science degree in nursing Diploma graduates may obtain the required nursing credits by a combination of Excelsior credits and college courses. Students who have received an A.A. or A.S. degree from an accredited institution, prior to their transfer to Adelphi, will be exempt from all General Education requirements.
Graduate Admission
Applicants should review the pages regarding the program to which they are applying, as well as the Master's Admissions page.
The faculty reserves the right to require additional supportive data or prerequisites from applicants to all programs.
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