Admission information for the School of Nursing

The School of Nursing (SON) proudly offers a variety of degree tracks to meet the needs of the regional healthcare community.  For specific admission requirements and steps, please click on the track name below to expand the information.  Be sure to access all embedded links.  Additionally, important dates may be accessed here or through the menu on the right of the SON homepage while answers to FAQs may be found here or through the menu on the left of this page.  Questions regarding admission to the Nurse Anesthetist track may be directed to napadmissions@unf.edu while questions regarding admission to all other nursing tracks may be directed to nursingadmissions@unf.edu.   

Candidates seeking online, distance learning options who do not reside in Florida are encouraged to first review the State Authorization information page for distance learning before making application.

Candidates who use a clearinghouse for transcript delivery should be advised that transcripts should never be directed to the program or to nursingadmissions@unf.edu. Rather, undergraduate applicants should verify the correct email for this with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 and graduate applicants with the Graduate School at (904) 620-1360. Misdirected transcripts cannot be processed by the School of Nursing.    

Undergraduate Tracks

• Regular Prelicensure BSN

  Admission Access

  The seats for this track are limited by student-to-faculty ratio guidelines for clinical education settings. Minimum standards for safety are set by the Florida Legislature, and additional determinations for safe practice are made by the program with direction and recommendation from the hospitals, the community of interest, and our partners. We currently offer 36 Regular Prelicensure seats each summer (May) and each fall (August).

   

  Admission Requirements

  1. Satisfy UNF General Education & Gordon Rule requirements prior to program matriculation with:
     
     a. Sixty (60) semester hours of courses with the satisfaction of UNF General Education & Gordon Rule Writing per the UNF catalog
     -OR- 
     b. An Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a Florida public institution;
  2. Maintain a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.90;
  3. Complete of all BSN prerequisite courses with no grade lower than “C” and a prerequisite GPA of at least 2.90 (see FAQs for more details regarding GPA and prerequisite course policies)
  4. Complete the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS ®) version V or VI (scores are comparably scaled) within the last five (5) years with a minimum score of 300.00 and the submission of the TEAS Individual Performance Profiles (IPPs) directly to the program by the deadline
  5. Complete the supplemental program application with submission directly to the program by the deadline (provided below)

  *Completion of admission requirements does not guarantee an interview or admission to the program.  

   

  How to Apply

  1. Make application to UNF using one of the appropriate university forms linked below:
     
     a. Online Version (recommended)
     b. Change of Major completed with UNF academic advisor for currently enrolled students
  2. Pay $30 UNF application fee (new & returning applicants). This may be done online, by mail, or in person. Check with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 regarding acceptable payment methods and policies regarding who must pay the fee.
  3. Submit transcripts from all institutions awarding credit or enrolled at during your academic career (even if you withdrew and received no credit). NOTE: this includes dual enrollment, transient enrollment, foreign studies, AP, AICE, CLEP, IB, DANTES, military, etc. For all courses taken outside of the United States, please submit official copies of course-by-course foreign college evaluations from approved agencies such as Josef Silny & Associates or World Education Services (the acceptability of evaluations from other organizations may be checked with the One-Stop Center). 
     
     Transcripts are all due to the One-Stop Center by the deadline. Late materials will not be accepted or considered.
     
     DO NOT SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING DIRECTLY AS THEY MUST GO TO THE ONE-STOP CENTER FOR INITIAL PROCESSING AND INPUT.
     
     Confirmation of these items should be handled online through your myWings account or with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 or with the One Stop Contact Form.
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: One-Stop Center
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville FL,  32224
  4. Complete the RPL BSN Supplemental Application (.pdf).  This should be submitted via email to the contact below with the TEAS Individual Performance Profile (see #5):
     
     Beth A. Dibble, EdD, MPS, MSCJ
     Assistant Director for Admissions: Nursing Programs
     nursingadmissions@unf.edu (.pdf attachments only)
     
     
  5. Submit score reports for all TEAS version V and VI attempts made in the previous five (5) years.  Submit your score reports directly to Dr. Dibble with the RPL BSN Supplemental Application (see #4) by the deadline. Additional details are located on the TEAS information page and in the FAQs regarding the proper score report format and how the School of Nursing finds your score. 
     
     
  6. Fall applicants taking spring courses outside of UNF must supply spring grades by May 1st.  For those whose schools will not have grades posted by the deadline, a Spring Grade Report Form (SGRF) must be submitted for each spring course in the final week of April and no earlier.  Official grades should follow as soon as they post.  Additional details are covered in the FAQs.
     
     *Candidates seeking early admission letters for Nurse Candidate Program (NCP), ROTC, or active duty commissioning tracks such as MECP, STA-21, AECP/AMEDD, and the like should submit this application form in lieu of Step 4 above listed.  It is similar in format, but includes questions specific to your special circumstances.  Military Application Form (.pdf)

  Items Required if Admitted

  If admitted to the Regular Prelicensure BSN track, there will be several things required by the first day of orientation (Taking Flight), which will be fully addressed in the welcome packet once RSVPs are complete:

  1. Proof of current CPR certificate for adult, child, infant, and 2-person;
  2. TB skin test or chest x-ray (negative for active disease) within the previous 12 months;
  3. Immunization (with titer proof) against Hepatitis B;
  4. Positive Varicella (chicken pox) titer (vaccine, then titer if necessary);
  5. Tetanus/Diphtheria: Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD) booster within the previous 2 years OR Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap) within the preceding 10 years;
  6. Health report indicating that there is no health condition present that would prohibit providing patient care;
  7. Background check (fingerprinting required as part of this)
  8. 12 panel drug screen

  *All nursing student are required to receive seasonal influenza vaccinations while enrolled.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.
  
  Note that these materials are not required to apply; rather, they are required if admitted to the program.  After receiving one’s RSVP for his/her seat in the program, the School of Nursing will send out orientation packets via email.

• Accelerated Prelicensure BSN

  Admission Access

   

  The seats for this track are limited by student-to-faculty ratio guidelines for clinical education settings.  Minimum standards for safety are set by the Florida Legislature, and additional determinations for safe practice are made by the program with direction and recommendation from the hospitals, the community of interest, and our partners.  We currently offer 36 Accelerated Prelicensure (APL) seats each summer (May) and each fall (August).  Candidates for the APL track are automatically considered for the Regular Prelicensure (RPL) track simultaneously.

    

  Admission Requirements

  1. Graduate from a regionally accredited institution with a baccalaureate degree prior to matriculation in the program
  2. Maintain a minimum cumulative undergraduate GPA of 3.20
  3. Complete of all nursing prerequisite courses with no grade lower than "C" and a prerequisite GPA of at least 2.90 (see FAQs for more details regarding GPA and prerequisite course policies)
  4. Complete the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) version V or VI (scores are comparably scaled)  within the past five (5) years with a minimum score of 300.00 and the submission of the TEAS Individual Performance Profiles (IPPs) directly to the program by the deadline
  5. Complete of the supplemental program application with submission directly to the program by the deadline (provided below) 

  Completion of the admission requirements does not guarantee an interview or admission to the program.

   

  How to Apply

  1. Apply to UNF. 
  2. Pay $30 UNF application fee (new & returning applicants). This may be done online, by mail, or in person. Check with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 regarding acceptable payment methods and policies regarding who must pay the fee.
  3. Submit transcripts from all institutions awarding credit or enrolled at during your academic career (even if you withdrew and received no credit). NOTE: this includes dual enrollment, transient enrollment, foreign studies, AP, AICE, CLEP, IB, DANTES, military, etc. For all courses taken outside of the United States, please submit official copies of course-by-course foreign college evaluations from approved agencies such as Josef Silny & Associates or World Education Services (the acceptability of evaluations from other organizations may be checked with the One-Stop Center).
     
     Transcripts are all due to the One-Stop Center by the deadline. Late materials will not be accepted or considered.
     
     DO NOT SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING DIRECTLY AS THEY MUST GO TO THE ONE-STOP CENTER FOR INITIAL PROCESSING AND INPUT.
     
     Confirmation of these items should be handled online through your myWings account or with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 or with the One Stop Contact Form.
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: One-Stop Center
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL  2224
  4. Complete the APL BSN Supplemental Application (pdf.) This should be submitted via email to the contact below with the TEAS Individual Performance Profiles (see #5):
     
     Beth A. Dibble, EdD, MPS, MSCJ
     Assistant Director for Admissions:  Nursing Programs
     nursingadmissions@unf.edu (.pdf attachments only)
     
     
  5. Submit score reports for all TEAS version V and VI attempts made in the previous five (5) years.  Submit your score reports directly to Dr. Dibble with the RPL BSN Supplemental Application (see #4) by the deadline. Additional details are located on the  TEAS  information page and in the  FAQs  regarding the proper score report format and how the School of Nursing finds your score.
     
     
  6. Fall applicants taking spring courses outside of UNF must supply spring grades by May 1st.  For those whose schools will not have grades posted by the deadline, a  Spring Grade Report Form  (SGRF) must be submitted for  each  spring course in the  final week of April and no earlier .  Official grades should follow as soon as they post.  Additional details are covered in the  FAQs .
     
     *Candidates seeking early admission letters for Nurse Candidate Program (NCP), ROTC, or active duty commissioning tracks such as MECP, STA-21, AECP/AMEDD, and the like should submit this application form in lieu of Step 4 above listed. It is similar in format, but includes questions specific to your special circumstances. Military Application Form (.pdf)
     
     

  Items Required if Admitted

  If admitted to the Accelerated Prelicensure BSN track there will be several things required by the first day of orientation (Taking Flight), which will be covered fully in the welcome packet once RSVPs are complete:

  1. Proof of current CPR certificate for adult, child, infant, and 2-person;
  2. TB skin test or chest x-ray (negative for active disease) within the previous 12 months;
  3. Immunization (with titer proof) against Hepatitis B;
  4. Positive Varicella (chicken pox) titer (vaccine, then titer if necessary);
  5. Tetanus/Diphtheria: Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD) booster within the previous 2 years OR Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap) within the preceding 10 years;
  6.  Health report indicating that there is no health condition present that would prohibit providing patient care;
  7.  Background check (fingerprinting required as part of this)
  8. 12 panel drug screen

  *All nursing student are required to receive seasonal influenza vaccinations while enrolled.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.
  
  Note that these materials are not required to apply; rather, they are required if admitted to the program. After receiving one’s RSVP for his/her seat in the program, the School of Nursing will send out orientation packets via email.

• RN-BSN Bridge On Campus

  Admission Access

  The seats for this track are limited each term by the size of the facility utilized for the cohort. Each cohort can typically accommodate 40 students; seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified applicants. Cohorts will not begin with less than 25 enrolled students.

   

  Admission Requirements

  1. Active license to practice registered nursing in Florida;
  2. Nursing degree from a nationally accredited nursing program (Not sure about the nursing accreditation?  Check here);
  3. Satisfy UNF General Education & Gordon Rule requirements by one of the following*:
     
     a. Sixty (60) semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited institution with the satisfaction of UNF General Education & Gordon Rule per the UNF catalog

             -OR-

   

             b. An Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a Florida public institution;
          4.  Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of at least 2.80 (please see the track's FAQs for a calculation explanation); and,  

          5.  Completion of BSN prerequisite courses with no grade lower than “C”.  

  
    

  *Students may finish any remaining Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree or UNF General Education &/or Gordon Rule requirements while enrolled in the RN-BSN curriculum. These requirements must be completed by the end of the second (2nd) semester.  Transient enrollment requests will be required for courses taken at another institution while enrolled at UNF. Confirmation of enrollment in, or plans for, the remaining courses needed to complete these requirements at another regionally accredited institution must be submitted to onlinebsn@unf.edu. The confirmation letter should include: 1) courses remaining to complete the degree; 2) expected completion date; 3) advisor's signature. Further, the confirmation letter must be on the institution's official letterhead; please use this Microsoft Word template.

   

  Students with an ASN or nursing diploma from any nationally accredited nursing program are also encouraged to apply.  All transcripts (excluding NUR courses) will be evaluated for transfer credit and adjusted GPA.

   

  Note that while foreign language is not required for admission to the online RN-BSN cohorts, it must be satisfied by the end of the second (2nd) semester in order to graduate on time. Candidates may consult the UNF Undergraduate Catalog online or review our FAQ document to see how this requirement may be satisfied.

  How to Apply:

  1. Apply to UNF. 
  2. Pay $30 UNF application fee (new & returning applicants). This may be done online, by mail, or in person. Check with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 regarding acceptable payment methods and policies regarding who must pay the fee.
  3. Submit transcripts from all institutions awarding credit or enrolled at during your academic career (even if you withdrew and received no credit). NOTE: this includes dual enrollment, transient enrollment, foreign studies, AP, AICE, CLEP, IB, DANTES, military, etc. For all courses taken outside of the United States, please submit official copies of course-by-course foreign college evaluations from approved agencies such as Josef Silny & Associates or World Education Services (the acceptability of evaluations from other organizations may be checked with the One-Stop Center). 
  4. Complete the RN-BSN Bridge Program Enrollment Selection Form (pdf.) and upload it in myWings under your application checklist.  
  5. Upload a copy of your current RN licensure or NCLEX-RN appointment proof (see FAQs for details regarding acceptable documents) in myWings under your application checklist.
     
     Transcripts, the Enrollment Selection Form, and your licensure (or testing appointment) proof are all due to the One-Stop Center by the deadline. Late materials will not be accepted or considered.
     
     DO NOT SUBMIT MATERIALS TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING DIRECTLY AS THEY MUST GO TO THE ONE-STOP CENTER FOR INITIAL PROCESSING AND INPUT.  Please use the below address for any submissions by mail.  For assistance with self-uploads of materials, please read here.
     
     Confirmation of these items should be handled online through your myWings account or with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 or with the One Stop Contact Form. 
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: One-Stop Center
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL  32224

   

  Note:  Agencies in the community may require proof of negative TB test, current CPR, or other immunization or background information.  In those instances, it is the student's responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the agency.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.

• RN-BSN Bridge Online

  Admission Access

  The seats for this track are limited each part-of-term enrollment period by the size of the facility utilized for the cohort. Each cohort can typically accommodate 50 students; seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis for qualified applicants. Cohorts will not begin with less than 25 enrolled students.

   

  Admission Requirements

  1. Active license to practice registered nursing in the applicant's state of residence;
  2. Nursing degree from a nationally accredited nursing program (Not sure about the nursing accreditation?  Check here);
  3. Satisfy UNF General Education & Gordon Rule requirements by one of the following*:
     
     a. Sixty (60) semester hours of coursework from a regionally accredited institution with the satisfaction of UNF General Education & Gordon Rule per the UNF catalog

  -OR-

   

          b. An Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree from a Florida public institution;
       4. Minimum overall undergraduate GPA of at least 2.80 (please see the track's FAQs for a calculation explanation); and

       5. Completion of all BSN prerequisite courses with no grade lower than "C".  

   

   

  *Students may finish an Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree at another Florida public institution while enrolled in the RN-BSN curriculum.  However, these requirements must be completed by the end of the fourth (4th) part-of-term enrollment period.  Note that those who wish to complete such missing requirements at UNF must due so prior to enrollment in the program.  Transient enrollment requests will be required for courses taken at another institution while enrolled at UNF.  Confirmation of enrollment in, or plans for, the remaining courses needed to complete these requirements at another regionally accredited institution must be submitted to onlinebsn@unf.edu.  The confirmation letter should include: 1) courses remaining to complete the degree; 2) expected completion date; 3) advisor's signature.  Further, the confirmation letter must be on the institution's official letterhead; please use this Microsoft Word template.

   

  Students with an ASN or nursing diploma from any nationally accredited nursing program are also encouraged to apply.  All transcripts (excluding NUR courses) will be evaluated for transfer credit and adjusted GPA.

   

  Note that while foreign language is not required for admission to the online RN-BSN cohorts, it must be satisfied by the end of the fourth (4th) part-of-term enrollment period in order to graduate.  Candidates may consult the UNF Undergraduate Catalog online or review our FAQ document to see how this requirement may be satisfied.

   

  Questions regarding missing courses/prerequisites?  Contact OnlineBSN@unf.edu.

   

  How to Apply:

  1. Apply to UNF .
  2. Pay $30 UNF application fee (new & returning applicants). This may be done online, by mail, or in person. Check with the One-Stop Center at (904) 620-5555 regarding acceptable payment methods and policies regarding who must pay the fee.
  3. Submit transcripts from all institutions awarding credit or enrolled at during your academic career (even if you withdrew and received no credit). NOTE: this includes dual enrollment, transient enrollment, foreign studies, AP, AICE, CLEP, IB, DANTES, military, etc. For all courses taken outside of the United States, please submit official copies of course-by-course foreign college evaluations from approved agencies such as Josef Silny & Associates or World Education Services (the acceptability of evaluations from other organizations may be checked with the One Stop Center). 
  4. Complete the RN-BSN Bridge Program Enrollment Selection Form (pdf.) and upload it in myWings under your application checklist.
  5. Upload a copy of your current RN licensure or NCLEX-RN appointment proof (see FAQs for details regarding acceptable documents) in myWings under your application checklist. 
     
     Transcripts, the Enrollment Selection Form, and your licensure (or testing appointment) proof are all due to the One-Stop Center by the deadline. Late materials will not be accepted or considered.
     
     DO NOT SUBMIT TRANSCRIPTS TO THE SCHOOL OF NURSING DIRECTLY AS THEY MUST GO TO THE ONE-STOP CENTER FOR INITIAL PROCESSING AND INPUT.  Please use the below address for any submissions by mail.  For assistance with self-uploads of materials, please read here.
     
     Confirmation of these items should be handled online through your myWings account at www.unf.edu.  If you need assistance with applying, please phone (855) 478-2013. 
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: One-Stop Center
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL  32224

   

  Note:  Agencies in the community may require proof of negative TB test, current CPR, or other immunization or background information.  In those instances, it is the student's responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the agency.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.

Graduate Tracks

• Post-MSN Doctor of Nursing Practice (Generic)

  How to Apply

   There is no separate application to the graduate nursing tracks at UNF; apply using the steps that follow:  

   

  1. Submit the UNF Graduate Application for Admission  online.  Note that you will need to select either the traditional semester or part-of-term program format when you apply.  Direct questions regarding how to do this to the Graduate School at the below number.
  2. Pay $30 university application fee.
  3. Submit all supplemental items (detailed below) directly to the Graduate School.
  4. Submit official transcripts for all college credits from each awarding institution to the Graduate School at the following address:
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: Graduate School
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL 32224  

   

  Note that this particular DNP track does not require entrance exam scores.  Receipt of materials may be verified with the Graduate School at (904) 620-1360. All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration. Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless specifically requested to do so.  

   

  Those who have questions regarding the accelerated, part-of-term version of this program may call (855) 478-2013 or visit http://onlinedegree.unf.edu/.

   

  Admission Requirements

  The program will require specific admission requirements above and beyond the ones currently required by the University. Admission requirements for the generic Post-MSN DNP track include:

   

  1. Masters degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution and program accredited by the CCNE or ACEN (formerly NLNAC);
  2. Active national certification in one of the following roles:  NE-BC, NEA-BC, CNM, CNS, CRNA, or NP (copy of actual certificate is required);
  3. Minimum graduate GPA of 3.30;
  4. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or advanced practice registered nurse in the candidate's state of practice (copy of actual licensure is required);
  5. Current resume or curriculum vitae; 
  6. Two (2) letters of reference addressed to the DNP Director (but submitted to the Graduate School; preferably one professional and one academic), which address clinical skills and academic ability; and,
  7.  DNP Enrollment Selection Form. 
     

   

  For assistance with self-uploads of materials, please read here.

   

   

   

  Note: Agencies in the community may require proof of negative TB test, current CPR, or other immunization or background information. In those instances, it is the student's responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the agency.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.

• Psych-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner DNP

  How to Apply

   There is no separate application to the graduate nursing tracks at UNF; apply using the steps that follow:  

   

  1. Submit the UNF Graduate Application for Admission online.     
  2. Pay $30 university application fee.
  3. Submit official transcripts for all college credits from each awarding institution and supplemental materials (name on each individual document page) to:
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: Graduate School
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL 32224  

   

  Note that this particular DNP track does not require entrance exam scores.  Receipt of materials may be verified with the Graduate School at (904) 620-1360. All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration. Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless specifically requested to do so please.  

   

  Admission Requirements

  The program will require specific admission requirements above and beyond the ones currently required by the University. Admission requirements for the Post-MSN PMHNP DNP track include:

   

  1. Masters degree in Nursing from a regionally accredited institution and program accredited by the CCNE or ACEN (formerly NLNAC);
  2. Active national certification as a nurse practitioner (copy of actual certification is required);
  3. Minimum graduate GPA of 3.30;
  4. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse or advanced practice registered nurse in the candidate's state of practice (copy of actual licensure is required);
  5. Current resume or curriculum vitae; 
  6. Two (2) letters of reference addressed to the DNP Director (but submitted to the Graduate School; preferably one professional and one academic), which address clinical skills and academic ability; and,
  7. DNP Enrollment Selection Form.

   

   

  For assistance with self-uploads of materials, please read here.

   

   

   

  Note: Agencies in the community may require proof of negative TB test, current CPR, or other immunization or background information. In those instances, it is the student's responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the agency.

   

  Additionally, there are specific technology requirements for the program.

• BSN-DNP Family Nurse Practitioner

  How to Apply

  There is no separate application to the graduate nursing tracks at UNF; apply using the steps that follow:

   

  1. Submit  the UNF Graduate Application for Admission online
  2. Pay  $30 university application fee
  3. Submit  official transcripts for all college credits from each awarding  institution, official GRE or MAT test scores (must be within last  5 years), and supplemental materials (name on each individual  document page; requirements below denoted) to:
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn:  Graduate School
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville, FL 32224 

   

  Receipt  of materials may be verified in the myWings student portal or with the Graduate School at (904) 620-1360. All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration  Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless  requested to do so please.

   

   

  Admission Requirements

   

  Applicants to the BSN-DNP FNP track must meet general University requirements for admission to graduate studies.  In order to be considered for the Family Nurse Practitioner track, the interested applicant must meet these additional requirements: 

   

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from a regionally accredited institution with a nursing curriculum based on AACN's Essentials of Baccalaureate Education
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from undergraduate nursing major (generally the last 60 hours)
  • Entrance exam scores within the last five (5) years
    • GRE:  153 Verbal, 144 Quantitative, & at least 3.5 out of 6.0 Analytical, or
    • MAT:   410  
    • Applicants with a previous graduate-level degree from a regionally accredited institution will not be required to submit any test scores for admission consideration.  In this circumstance, please notify the Graduate School at graduateschool@unf.edu or (904) 620-1360.
     
  • One (1) years' experience as a Registered Nurse in a clinical setting (resume no longer than 2 pages in length to only include professional RN work experience with a brief explanation of each position’s responsibilities, indication if the position was FT or PT, & an estimate of the hours worked overall in that position)
  • Letter of Intent regarding academic and professional goals (typewritten, not to exceed 1 page)
  • Clear and active licensure as a Registered Nurse in FL; out-of-state applicants will need to obtain FL licensure as a RN upon admission to the program (copy of actual RN license required)
  • Successful completion of undergraduate Health Assessment, Statistics, & Research courses with a grade of "B" or better in each
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation addressed to the FNP Director (but submitted to the Graduate School; one professional and one academic), which address clinical skills & academic abilities
  • DNP Enrollment Selection Form
  • An interview may be requested of the applicant at the discretion of the program

   

  For assistance with self-uploads of materials, please read here.

   

  Items Required if Admitted

  If admitted to a graduate track, there will be several things required by the first day of orientation:

  1. CPR certificate for adult, child, infant, & 2-person (must remain current for duration of program enrollment);
  2. Tuberculosis screening:  2-step PPD or one blood assay (BAMT) OR chest x-ray if known TST reactor within the previous 12 months;
  3. Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR):  Positive IgG titer results (quantitative measures);
  4. Hepatitis B:  HBV 3-dose vaccine series AND positive IgG titer (quantitative measures) –OR- HBV 3-dose vaccine with negative titer & repeat 3-dose HBV series with repeat titer;
  5. Varicella (chicken pox):  Positive titer (quantitative measures);
  6. Tetanus/Diphtheria:  Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD) booster within previous 2 years OR Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap) within the preceding 10 years;
  7.  Background check (fingerprinting required as part of this)
  8. 12-panel drug screen

  *All nursing student are required to receive seasonal influenza vaccinations while enrolled.

• BSN-DNP Nurse Anesthetist

  How to Apply

   

  There is no separate application to the graduate nursing tracks at UNF; apply using the steps that follow:

   

  1. Submit the UNF Graduate Application for Admission online  
  2. Pay $30 university application fee
  3. Submit official transcripts for all college credits from each awarding institution, official GRE test scores (must be within last 5 years), and supplemental materials (name on each individual document page) to:
     
     University of North Florida
     Attn: Graduate School
     1 UNF Drive
     Jacksonville FL 32224

   

  Receipt of materials may be verified in the myWings student portal or with the Graduate School at (904) 620-1360. All materials must be received by the application deadline for consideration Do not submit materials to the School of Nursing unless requested to do so please.

   

  Admission Requirements

   

  Applicants to the BSN-DNP CRNA track must meet general University requirements for admission to graduate studies.  In order to be considered for the Nurse Anesthetist track, the interested applicant must meet these additional requirements: 

   

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from a regionally accredited institution with a nursing curriculum based on AACN's Essentials of Baccalaureate Education (or other appropriate discipline from a regionally accredited institution)
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale from undergraduate nursing major (generally the last 60 hours)
  • GRE test scores within the last five (5) years
    • Prior to July 1, 2011:  combined 1000 on verbal and quantitative portions, plus at least 3 out of 6 on the essay portion
    • After July 1, 2011:  153 verbal, 144 quantitative, and a minimum of 3.5 out of 6 on the essay portion
     
  • A minimum of two (2) years experience as a Registered Nurse in a critical care setting (resume or CV 1-2 pages in length that includes professional work experience with a brief explanation of each position’s responsibilities)
  • Personal statement of 500 words or less describing one's purpose in seeking admission to the CRNA program and preparations made for such academic studies (typewritten in no smaller than 12pt font with 1” margins)
  • Current licensure as a Registered Nurse; out-of-state applicants will need to obtain FL licensure as a RN upon admission to the program (copy of actual RN license)
  • Successful completion of undergraduate Health Assessment, Statistics, and Research courses with a grade of "B" or better in each
  • Two (2) letters of recommendation addressed to the NAP Selection Committee (but submitted to the Graduate School) from individuals qualified to render an opinion regarding your qualification to undertake the study of anesthesia and nursing at the graduate level 

   

  Applicants who have met the minimum admission requirements may be invited for an interview.  Applicants will not be admitted without an interview.  

   

  Items Required if Admitted

  If admitted to a graduate track, there will be several things required by the first day of orientation:

   

  1. CPR certificate for adult, child, infant, and 2-person (must remain current for duration of program enrollment);
  2. Tuberculosis screening:  2-step PPD or one blood assay (BAMT) OR chest x-ray if known TST reactor within the previous 12 months;
  3. Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR):  Positive IgG titer results (quantitative measures);
  4. Hepatitis B:  HBV 3-dose vaccine series AND positive IgG titer (quantitative measures) –OR- HBV 3-dose vaccine with negative titer and repeat 3-dose HBV series with repeat titer;
  5. Varicella (chicken pox):  Positive titer (quantitative measures);
  6. Tetanus/Diphtheria:  Tetanus/Diphtheria (TD) booster within previous 2 years OR Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis (Tdap) within the preceding 10 years;
  7.  Background check (fingerprinting required as part of this)
  8. 12-panel drug screen

   

  Additionally, all nursing student are required to receive seasonal influenza vaccinations while enrolled.  Further, although ACLS and CPR certification is not required to apply, ACLS and CPR are required prior to enrollment. PALS will be required prior to graduation.  

  Additional Technical Standards Associated with Admission & Retention

  A graduate of the program must be able to fulfill the job description and duties of a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. A candidate for the program must have abilities and skills in five categories including: observation, communication, motor, intellectual, and behavioral/social. Reasonable accommodation for persons with documented disabilities will be considered on an individual basis, but a candidate must be able to perform in an independent manner.  More information about the skills and abilities that applicants and students must demonstrate can be found here.