High School Seniors

Admission directly to the Nursing major is based on a combination of high school grade-point average and composite ACT or total SAT scores.  Direct admission space is limited.

High school students eligible for admission to the University are admitted directly into nursing if they meet the following criteria:

An application for direct admission to the University is available online or by calling Admissions & Records at 1-800-344-9881.

College Students

High school students not eligible for direct admission and college students from other majors may apply for admission after one semester or more of college course work.  Admission consideration in this case is dependent upon:

• a minimum GPA of 3.0 on all college work attempted,
• completion of required prerequisite courses from any accredited college or university with a grade of C or better, and
• space available in the class. 

Complete applications including transcripts must be received by February 1st of the year the candidate wishes to be admitted.  The most qualified candidates will be invited for an interview.  In addition to academic preparation, professionalism and prior community service and health care experience will be considered during the interview.

Click here for the BSN Application Form for Health Sciences Admission. It can also can be obtained after December 1st from the Health Sciences Center Office of Admissions & Records via mail by calling (304) 293-3521, or pick them up in person at 1170 WVU Health Sciences Center North.