Admission Criteria for the Executive Nurse Leader Program

• A BSN degree from an approved, accredited school*
• Current California RN licensure
• One year of clinical experience preferred
• Basic computer literacy
• A 3 semester credit course in statistics
• A GPA of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
• Completion of the University Application for Graduate Admissions, including application fee
• One official transcript from each college or university attended
• Three completed recommendation forms (included in the Graduate Application)
• The GRE general test is recommended but not required
• Professional liability and malpractice insurance coverage which must be maintained throughout enrollment
• Evidence of specified immunizations and screening tests, a report of recent physical examination, and BLS certification
• International applicants must meet additional requirements for admission http://www.sandiego.edu/admissions/graduate/international.php

*Applicants without a BSN must have an ADN or Diploma in Nursing from an approved, accredited program and a baccalaureate degree in a related field. In addition, they must take BSNC 333 and BSNC 447.

The priority application deadline is March 1 for Fall and November 1 for Spring. All materials must be received by the priority deadlines to receive priority consideration.

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