ADN Prospective Students

4-SEMESTER RN PROGRAM & 2-SEMESTER PN TO RN PROGRAM

The Department of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) offers two ACEN-accredited programs: a 4-semester RN program and a 2-semester PN to RN program.

The 4-semester RN program prepares students to take the National Council of State Boards of Nursing exam (NCLEX-PN) after two semesters and the NCLEX-RN exam upon graduation.

The 2-semester PN to RN program is intended for students who have successfully graduated from an accredited practical nursing program and are eligible for licensure, and licensed practical nurses who wish to become registered nurses.

ELIGIBILITY & PREREQUISITES

• GPA

  Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) for all college-level work.

  • 2- Semester PN to RN program: Applicants may have a 2.5 to 3.0 cumulative GPA if they have 2 or more years of full-time work experience as an LPN (or 3 years part-time) and the applicant’s nursing GPA (nursing only courses) is at or above a 3.0 GPA.
    • 2-semester PN to RN program applicants must be a licensed practical nurse or have successfully graduated from an accredited practical nursing program and be eligible for licensure. 

• CNA or EMT Certification (4-Semester RN Program)

  Current proof of certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or a current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is required of all accepted 4-semester RN program applicants.

  • A copy of the certification is required and must be provided prior to the start of the 4-semester RN program. Must be active on day one of the program and cannot be expired.
    • Contact the Utah CNA Registry for questions concerning CNA certification.
    • For questions concerning the EMT certificate, contact the Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
  • Course completion without certification is not accepted.
  • Military personnel with a medical background (documentation on a DD-214 and within the last 2 years), please contact an advisor.

• Prerequisite Courses

  Prospective students to the ADN department do not need to have all courses completed to apply. However, applicants must be enrolled in (or have completed) all prerequisite courses at the time of application. Only completed courses will count toward application points; courses that are still in progress will not be considered for points.

  Prerequisites (A minimum of a "C" grade is required):

  • CHEM 1130 (PS)/1135 - Intro. to General, Organic & Biochemistry (5 credits)
    • Chemistry 1110 and 1115 OR Chemistry 1210 and 1215 may be substituted. The lab is required to be completed along with the course. 
  • ZOOL 2320 - Human Anatomy (4 credits) OR HTHS 2110 (LS) - Integrated Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
  • ZOOL 2420 (LS) - Human Physiology (4 credits) OR HTHS 2111 - Integrated Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)
  • MATH (QL) [Quantitative Literacy Requirement] (3 credits)
    • More information on courses that meet Quantitative Literacy requirements can be found on WSU's General Education Requirements page.
    • The ADN Department recommends one of the following courses:
      • MATH 1030 (QL): Contemporary Mathematics (3 credits)
      • MATH 1040 (QL): Introduction to Statistics (3 credits)
      • MATH 1050 (QL): College Algebra (4 credits)
      • MATH 1080 (QL): Pre-calculus (5 credits)

  2-semester PN to RN Program Additional Prerequisites:

  These prerequisites are required for 2-semester PN to RN Program students, along with the prerequisites listed above.

  • ENGL 1010 (EN1) - Introductory College Writing (3 credits)
  • PSY 1010 (SS) - Introductory Psychology (3 credits) OR CHF 1500 (SS/CC) - Human Development (3 credits)

  Bonus Courses (Count for additional application points in both programs, but are not required):

  These courses are not required for admission; however, students may complete these courses for additional application points. Points are awarded per course completed based on grades received. Courses must have a grade of “C” or higher to receive application points.

  • HTHS 1101 - Medical Terminology (2 credits)
  • HTHS 2230 - Introductory Pathophysiology (3 credits)
  • MICR 1113 (LS)  - Introductory Microbiology (3 credits)
  • NUTR 1020 (LS/SUS) - Science and Application of Human Nutrition (3 credits)

  Support Courses & General Education:

  4-Semester RN Program:

  These courses are not required for admission; however, students may complete these courses for additional application points. Points are awarded if all courses are completed with grades posted at the time of application. Students will not receive additional application points for a completed degree or certificate.

  • ENGL 1010 (EN1) - Introductory College Writing (3 credits) 
  • ENGL 2010 (EN2) - Intermediate College Writing (3 credits)
  • PSY 1010 (SS) - Introductory Psychology (3 credits) OR CHF 1500 (SS/CC) - Human Development (3 credits)
  • American Institutions (AI) (3 credits)
  • Creative Arts (CA) (3 credits)
  • Cultural Competence (CC) (3 credits) - may be filled with CHF 1500
  • Humanities (HU) (3 credits)
     

  We recommend prospective students have some general education courses completed prior to starting the 4-semester RN program. This will help lighten course load during your time in the program.

  2-Semester PN to RN Program:

  Additional Support Courses/General Education for AAS Degree
  These courses are not required for admission; however, students may complete these courses for additional application points. Points are awarded if all courses are completed with grades posted at the time of application. Students will not receive additional application points for a completed degree or certificate. If not completed, students will be required to complete the courses during the program to be eligible for graduation with an Associate of Applied Science Degree.

  • ENGL 2010 (EN2) (3 credits) 
  • Humanities (HU) (3 credits) OR Creative Arts (CA) (3 credits)
     

  Additional Support Courses/General Education for AS Degree
  These are additional courses required to graduate with the Associate of Science Degree. Students graduating with an AAS degree progressing to the RN-BSN program will be required to complete these courses during the RN-BSN program.

  • ENGL 2010 (EN2) (3 credits) 
  • American Institutions (AI) (3 credits)
  • Creative Arts (CA) (3 credits)
  • Cultural Competence (CC) (3 credits) - may be filled with CHF 1500
  • Humanities (HU) (3 credits)

  Refer to the University Catalog for additional general education requirements that must be completed for the Associate of Science (AS) degree.

  Prospective students who want to transfer course credits from other institutions will need to visit the Course Transfer Guide. It is recommended that students submit all transcripts from prior institutions to determine the transferability of courses.

• 2-Semester PN to RN Program Applicants

  2-semester PN to RN program applicants must be a licensed practical nurse or have successfully graduated from an accredited practical nursing program and be eligible for licensure. program. Students must pass the PN-NCLEX and obtain licensure by the end of the first semester if admitted. Failure to pass PN-NCLEX by the end of the first semester will require a pause in the program.

• How to Increase Chances of Acceptance

  4-Semester RN Program:

  • Start with prerequisites
  • Current CNA/EMT
  • Complete bonus courses
  • Apply once qualified and continue to apply
  • Complete general education and support courses
  • Increase grades in prerequisites and bonus courses to increase GPA and application points

• Failure to Meet Application Requirements

  Applicants who do not meet the minimum application requirements will not have their applications reviewed by the Admissions and Advancement Committee. Unqualified students will not receive re-applicant credit for the following application cycle.

• After Acceptance to the Program

  • All admitted applicants will be required to complete a mandatory background check, drug screening, and physical exam. Students are also required to have personal health insurance. Admission to the program is contingent upon submission of a satisfactory background check, a negative drug screening, a physical exam, and documentation of personal health insurance.
    • If a background check reveals a history of criminal actions, or the drug screen reveals the presence of controlled substances (prescription or non-prescription), the applicant understands that they may not be allowed to begin or remain in the ADN Program and will not be entitled to any refunds of tuition dollars or other fees.
    • Currently, medical marijuana cards are not accepted by all of our clinical partners and, therefore, will not be accepted by the Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing. Any applicant testing positive for marijuana, even with a medical marijuana card, will not be cleared to start the program.
  • Complete student documentation requirements can be found in the Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing Student Handbook. These requirements are mandatory. Costs associated with requirements are the students' responsibility. Some costs may be covered by WSU student health services.

HOW TO APPLY

• 1 - Apply to WSU

  WSU is an open-enrollment university, allowing students to apply to Weber State at any time. And don't forget, once a Wildcat, always a Wildcat. If you've taken a WSU course in the past (including high school concurrent enrollment), visit Return to Weber for more information.

  Apply to WSU

• 2 - Select Program & Apply

  Only materials uploaded to the application by the deadline will be considered for review. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure all courses (completed and in progress) are reflected in the transcripts uploaded to the application. Any courses not documented on the transcripts uploaded with the application documents will not be considered.

  4-Semester RN Program Application

  Applications Open:

  • Fall: March 15–May 15
  • Spring: July 15–September 15
  • Summer: November 15–January 15

  Needed for the application:

  • $25 application fee
  • Transcripts
  • CNA or EMT Certification (required before program start if admitted; not required to apply)

  (link will be here when it’s open for admission)

  2-Semester PN to RN Track Application

  Applications Open:

  • Fall: April 1–June 1
  • Spring: August 1–October 1
  • Summer: December 1–February 1

  Needed for the application:

  • $25 application fee
  • Transcripts
  • LPN licensure (not required to apply; must obtain license by the end of the first semester if admitted)(if applicable)

  Application for those who have completed Practical Nursing education and are licensed or eligible for PN licensure (and are not currently enrolled at BTech, DTech, or OTech)

  (link will be here when it’s open for admission)

  Bridgerland Technical College (BTech) 2-Semester PN to RN Track:

  The application link will be emailed to students currently enrolled in the BTech PN program

  Davis Technical College (DTech) PN to RN Track:

  The application link will be emailed to students currently enrolled in the DTech PN program

  Ogden-Weber Technical College (OTech) PN to RN Track:

  The application link will be emailed to students currently enrolled in the OTech PN program

• 3 - Notification

  Acceptance and declination notifications will be sent to the provided email address approximately 4 to 6 weeks after the application deadline.

  4-Semester RN Program campus placements are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis in response to the acceptance email. A Weber email address and W# are required to submit your response and request a specific campus. To help speed up the process, it’s recommended that applicants apply to Weber State University before receiving an acceptance or declination notice.