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This web page is being reviewed and is expected to be updated for the Fall 2009 semester. In the meantime, please contact the department's administrative office for updates about academic requirements. 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.
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.
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 2.8 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.
Graduate Admission
All applicants must meet the following criteria for admission to the Master's of Science program in addition to all requirements that apply to the specific programs:
- all University admission requirements
- currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state of New York or eligible for licensure in the state of New York
- have completed a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited undergraduate nursing program with a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 (B) or better
- submit official transcripts of all prior academic work
- have completed a basic statistics course with a grade of B or better
- submit two letters of reference from the applicant's most recent employer
- submit a completed application form
- submit the required application fee.
Requirements for the Adult Health Nurse Practitioner (AHNP) Program
In addition to the general requirements, applicants to the AHNP program should have two years of clinical nursing practice prior to enrolling in the specialty courses.
Requirements for the Post-Master's Certificate (PMC) Program
In addition to the general requirements, applicants to the PMC program must have completed a master's degree in training.
Requirements for Joint Degree Program: Master's of Science in Nursing and Master's of Business Administration (M.S./M.B.A.) Program
Students can apply to the M.S. and M.B.A. programs concurrently. Students may exit the program after completion of the requisite 45 credits for the M.S. in nursing. Students who are currently enrolled in the M.S. program in nursing administration and who wish to enroll in the joint degree program must apply directly to the School of Business prior to enrolling in NUR 770. An additional 30 credits will be required for the M.B.A.
In order to be admitted to the M.S./M.B.A. program, an applicant must:
- be currently licensed as a registered professional nurse in the state of New York or eligible for licensure in the state of New York
- have completed a baccalaureate degree in nursing from a professionally accredited program or a non-nursing baccalaureate degree plus a passing score on the NLN baccalaureate comprehensive achievement test
- have completed a basic calculus and a basic statistics course with grades of B or better
- have a minimum of two years of clinical nursing practice prior to enrolling in the specialty courses, one year of which should be in nursing service administration
- have official transcripts from all previous colleges or universities attended
- have a cumulative grade-point average of 3.0
- have two letters of recommendation from the applicant's recent employers
- complete the Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT)
- submit a statement of personal objectives
- submit one application and one set of transcripts, references, and other supporting documents to the Office of University Graduate Admissions.
International Student Requirements
International applicants to all graduate programs in the School of Nursing must have obtained:
- a minimum score of 550 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) within the last two years
- a declaration and certificate of finances
- certified English translations of all prior academic records.
The faculty reserves the right to require additional supportive data or prerequisites from applicants to all programs.
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Contact
For additional information, please contact:
School of Nursing
Alumnae Hall, Room 220
Adelphi University
1 South Avenue
P.O. Box 701
Garden City, NY 11530-0701
p - 516.877.4510
f - 516.877.4558
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