Accelerated BSN Track Admissions Process
In order to apply for the University of the Incarnate Word Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing track, there are a few steps you’ll need to take as part of our admissions process.
1. Talk to an Admissions Counselor.
Before anything else, we need to make sure our Accelerated BSN track is the right fit for you, and that starts with talking to an admissions counselor. Once you fill out the form to get started, you’ll receive a call from an admissions counselor, who will be your main point of contact throughout the admissions process.
During your conversation, you’ll discuss your reasons for wanting to become a nurse, previous academic experiences, career goals, financial considerations, background and more. This is also your opportunity to ask any questions you have about the accelerated nursing track. At the end of this call, if we determine you are a good fit, you’ll be asked to send over copies of your unofficial transcript. (It’s also helpful to have your unofficial transcripts handy when you call.)
2. Develop an Academic Success Plan.
Once your admissions counselor has reviewed your transcript, he or she will reach out to you for a follow-up conversation. During this plan, you’ll come up with a target start date as well as a detailed plan for meeting any outstanding program requirements. However, not every student will need to take all of the prerequisite courses. Depending on your previous degree, it’s possible you have already taken one or more of them.
3. Fulfill the Prerequisite Requirements.
For most applicants, the largest component of their academic success plan is completing any outstanding prerequisite courses. Because these courses provide the academic foundation for your nursing studies, a minimum 3.0 GPA is required in each in order to apply.
4. Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS).
A common requirement of many nursing programs, the Test of Essential Academic Skills gauges your reading, math and science comprehension, as well as your English and language usage to determine your preparedness for entering the health sciences fields. To be eligible for acceptance into the ABSN track at UIW, you must achieve a proficient score.
Keep in mind that the biggest mistake people make when taking the TEAS is to not study. Before sitting for the exam, we highly recommend taking a few weeks to prepare. There are even a number of free test prep resources available online.
5. Complete Your Nursing School Application.
Once you receive the go-ahead from your admissions counselor, it’s time to apply. Submit your application with any necessary documentation, like your official transcripts. You should expect to hear back in around 10 business days, though it could take longer depending on holidays.
Apply to the Accelerated BSN via NursingCAS
- Visit NursingCAS.
- Click “Apply Here” to initiate the application.
- Click on “Create Account”.
- Complete the required fields in order to start your application.
- Select UIW’s program in the “Full Programs List” section of the NursingCAS application.
- All course work and letter grades must be entered as part of the application for an overall GPA calculation.
- Applicants are charged $55 for the first school to which they apply and $40 for the second school. Applicants MUST pay the application fee at the time of submission.
Monitor the Status of Your Application:
Any messages from NursingCAS or the school will be sent to the “View My Notifications” inbox and your personal email address used to create your account.
Use the “Manage My Programs” option to check the status of your application including Transcripts, References and Programs Selected. You can access your “Program Status” page in the “Manage My Programs” section of NursingCAS when logged into your account at NursingCAS Program Status
Ready to take the first step toward a career helping people? Give us a call today, or fill out the form to have an admissions counselor reach out to you.