ABSN Admission Overview
If getting into nursing school is what you want, our 16-month ABSN program allows you to start your education as soon as possible. If you meet our ABSN admission requirements, you can apply for a start date in February, June or September.
You need a minimum of 60 non-nursing college credits with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 to begin our ABSN admissions process. Then, before we can admit you into the program, you must satisfy our ABSN prerequisite requirements. Keep in mind that prospective students are not permitted to apply to more than one program at a time, so choose your program wisely and commit wholeheartedly.
You will need to decide between our Traditional Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at our Tacoma campus, our Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) program in Lynnwood, or our Entry Level Master’s of Science in Nursing (ELMSN) program at our Tacoma campus.
Our School of Nursing reviews applications for each term on a rolling basis, meaning we evaluate applications upon arrival rather than waiting for the submission deadline to pass. As a result, we can provide you with an admission decision within weeks rather than months.
Admission Support
While getting into nursing school is a process, our admission representatives prove it does not have to be complicated. As a prospective ABSN student, we will pair you up with a dedicated admissions representative who will support you every step of the ABSN admissions process. This individual will help you develop and adhere to an academic plan that gets you started in our ABSN program sooner rather than later.
Frequently Asked Questions
While nursing school is an investment, it is worth it. Our ABSN program offers a high-quality education that provides you with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a rewarding nursing career. For more information on tuition costs, visit our tuition page.
To be eligible for the ABSN program, students need a minimum of 60 non-nursing college credits or a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, a minimum grade of B- in every ABSN prerequisite course and a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Transfer students matriculating to PLU and the School of Nursing simultaneously must meet the cumulative GPA as determined by the Registrar’s Office.
Pacific Lutheran University and the ABSN program are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) and approved by the Washington Board of Nursing. For more information on our accreditations and nursing approvals, visit our accreditations page.
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Contact us to learn more about our Accelerated BSN admission process.