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Nursing: ASN (Entry Level)
Nursing: ASN (Entry Level)
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Admission and Tuition

Nursing program courses start each Spring (January), Summer (May), and Fall (September). You may apply during the open application period for consideration for the next upcoming start date.

Below we'll cover the application process and the criteria we look for when reviewing applications. You'll also be able to quickly reference the tuition and fees for this program, and find information about applying for financial aid. 

Application

All applicants are responsible for submitting or completing the following:

  • Completed application for admission, with non-refundable application fee
  • Documentation of high school graduation, GED completion, or other state approved equivalency credential
  • Official college transcript(s) from all institutions attended (if applicable)

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not graduated from an American high school or college may be asked to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

Admission Criteria

The Admissions team evaluates all applicants on the following minimum general admissions criteria outlined below, as well as the program-specific criteria outlined below. 

General Admissions Criteria
  • Evidence of graduation from an accredited high school, completion of a GED with a minimum standard score of 150 for each test, or completion of the HiSET with a minimum standard score of 45
  • A strong foundation in reading, writing, mathematics, and science
ASN Program-Specific Admissions Criteria and Prerequisites for Academic Year 2023-2024 (begins Fall 2023)

Cumulative GPA
A 2.7 minimum cumulative GPA is required for all applicants who are: 

  • High School/GED/HiSET completers with no college coursework
  • Transfer students and associate degree holders
  • Bachelor's degree holders
  • Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

A 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA is required for all applicants who hold a master's degree or doctorate. 

ATI TEAS Exam
All applicants must submit ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) scores. The ATI TEAS scores must be from an official testing center and submitted as part of the application. A minimum score in each section of the TEAS is as follows: 

 Section  Minimum Score
 Reading  69%
 Math  63%
 English  60%
 Science  46%


Students may repeat the ATI TEAS a total of 2 times within 12 months (365 days) of taking the exam. Results are valid for 3 years from the acceptance term. 

Prerequisites
Prerequisites can vary based upon your level of education. Please review the chart below. 

 Level of Education Prerequisites


High School/GED/HiSET completion
(no college coursework completed)*

*Applicants who earned high school equivalency more than 5 years prior to acceptance term must follow transfer student requirements below.


Math: Two (2) years of math - one year must be algebra. 

Science: One (1) year of laboratory sciences (ie Life Science with lab).
Transfer Students and Associate Degree Holders  

Math: One (1) 3-credit college-level algebra course with a final grade of C+ or higher

Science^: One (1) 4-credit college-level life science course with accompanying laboratory with a final grade of C+ or higher
Students with a Prior Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree


Math: One (1) 3-credit college-level algebra course with a final grade of C+ or higher

Science^: One (1) 4-credit college-level life science course with accompanying laboratory with a final grade of C+ or higher
 Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs)

LPNs must meet the prerequisites outlined in their level of education (above) and hold a current, valid LPN license in good standing.

LPNs must also receive a minimum score of 850 on each of the following HESI exams:

  • Fundamentals of Nursing HESI
  • Maternity/Pediatrics HESI

 

^ Science courses taken more than 5 years prior to desired entry into the program must be repeated. 

 

Notes:
Summer is a non-traditional semester; some students may not take professional clinical courses during summer term due to scheduling. 

Accepted students will be required to meet with an academic advisor at least two weeks prior to beginning their first term, and may be required to have 

Accepted students are required to attend a My Academic Plan (MAP) and are required to meet with their assigned academic advisor at least two weeks before beginning their first semester. 

Questions? Contact your admissions counselor or give us a call at (617) 322-3575. 

2023-2024 Tuition and Fees 

Tuition is based on the number of credits you take each semester. 

The cost is $1,025 per credit for professional courses and $675 per credit for arts and sciences courses in the nursing program, plus the cost of books and supplies.  Financial aid can help you pay for your program. 

Additional fees include: 

  • Admissions Application Fee: $25
  • Matriculation Fee: $250 (paid by the Admission Deposit)
  • Registration fee: $200 per semester
  • Course Fee for each Nursing professional course: $1000
  • Technology Fee for Nursing professional courses: $300 per course
  • Technology Fee for all other courses: $40 per credit
  • Graduation Fee: $250
    • This fee will be charged in the last semester at the College to cover the cost of graduation processing.

All fees are non-refundable

Massachusetts requires that all students enrolled in nine or more credits each semester have health insurance. Read more about this requirement. 

Learn more about this program

You'll be able to download our program info sheet and receive an email from our Admissions team with information about the admissions process, tuition, courses, and more.