To be considered for admission to the College of Nursing, applicants must meet the following criteria by the end of the semester in which they apply:

• Completion of all nursing prerequisites with a grade of C or higher.
  • Note: A grade of C minus is not accepted. Prerequisite courses may be repeated once to receive a grade of C or higher.
• Completion of all FSU General Education requirements (or an A.A. degree from an accredited Florida public institution). The Quantitative and Logic Thinking general education area must include MAC 1105 College Algebra or a course for which MAC1105 is a prerequisite.
• Completion of one of the following sets of FSU Graduation requirements:
  • Option A: Ethics, 2 state-mandated writing, civic literacy course and assessment, exploring the human experience, and oral communication
  • Option B: Ethics, 2 state-mandated writing, civic literacy course and assessment, and 2 exploring the human experience
• Completion of at least 60 credit hours applicable toward FSU General Education / Graduation Requirements
• Minimum overall GPA of 3.0

*Admissions requirements are subject to change.

Example: If the application is submitted in the Spring for Fall admission, all nursing prerequisites, general education requirements, and the listed graduation requirements must be completed by the end of the Spring semester.

Additional Information

Due to the limited availability of clinical learning facilities, enrollment is limited, and meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Not all qualified applicants can be admitted.

For the Fall 2026 admission cycle, approximately 150 students were admitted from a pool of over 600 applicants. Among those admitted, the average cumulative GPA (without grade replacement) was approximately 3.8. Many successful applicants also held at least one certification and demonstrated significant experience, with healthcare-related backgrounds being preferred. These values vary from semester to semester.

More information about FSU’s General Education/Graduation requirements can be found on the CoreFSU website. Questions about prerequisite course equivalency may require a detailed syllabus.

All admitted nursing students must provide proof of current health insurance prior to enrollment into Florida State University. Upon offer of admission into the program, students will be given the steps to complete this process and the option to purchase individual health insurance through the University. For further information regarding health insurance, please visit https://studentinsurance.fsu.edu.

Students should contact a pre-nursing advisor to verify non-FSU coursework will transfer to FSU.

Florida Common Prerequisites

• Biological or Physical Sciences (3 credits)
  • BCHXXXX or BSCXXXX or CHMXXXX or PCBXXXX or PHYXXXX
  • FSU course equivalent: CHM1045 is highly recommended
• Human Nutrition (3 credits)
  • HUNX201
  • FSU course equivalent: HUN1201
• Anatomy & Physiology 1 with lab (4 credits)
  • BSCX085/X085L or BSCX085C or BSCX093/X093L or BSCX093C
  • FSU course equivalent: BSC2085/2085L
• Anatomy and Physiology 2 with lab (4 credits)
  • BSCX086/X086L or BSCX086C or BSCX094/X094L or BSCX094C
  • FSU course equivalent: BSC2086/2086L
• Microbiology with lab (4 credits)
  • MCBX000/X000L or MCBX004/X0004L or MCBX010/X010L or MCBX010C or MCBX013C
  • FSU course equivalent: MCB2004/2004L
• Statistics (3 credits)
  • STAX014 or STAX023 or STAX122
  • FSU course equivalent: STA2023 or STA2122
• Individual and Lifespan Development (3 credits)
  • DEPX000 or DEPX004 or DEP X054
  • FSU course equivalent: FAD3220
• Social and Behavioral Science (3 credits)
  • PSYXXXX or SOPXXXX or SYGXXXX
  • FSU course equivalent: PSY2012 highly recommended

The College of Nursing at Florida State University utilizes a holistic admissions process that assesses an applicant’s unique experiences alongside traditional measures of academic achievement. Numerous factors are considered including, but not limited to, community engagement, work experience, overall grade point average and prerequisite grade point average. This approach allows us to use multiple sources of information to get the fullest picture of each applicant’s potential and helps ensure the potential for success in both nursing school and later as a professional nurse. The entire application packet is evaluated by the Undergraduate Admissions Committee, which is composed of faculty from the undergraduate program.

• All application requirements for Admission must be received by the application deadline to be eligible for admission consideration.
• All non-FSU students and transfer students must apply to the University as well as complete the College of Nursing application.

Please Note: The Admissions Committee uses a holistic assessment process that considers many factors, including student experiences and academic metrics. Due to clinical space limitations, not all qualified applicants can be admitted.

Application Info Sessions are offered on Zoom throughout the year. Check the schedule and register for the Zoom sessions on our Upcoming Events page.

Ready to Apply?

• Submit the NursingCAS application.
  • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended (including FSU) must be submitted to NursingCAS.
  • All transcripts must be received by the application deadline. Applicants missing transcripts after the deadline cannot be reviewed by the FSU College of Nursing.
  • The application must reach “Verified” status to be considered.
  • Please refer to the NursingCAS website for more information.
• All transfer and non-FSU applicants must ALSO submit the Florida State University Transfer application.
  • Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended and any necessary test scores must be sent to Florida State University in addition to NursingCAS.
  • The university application must be completed with all materials received by the NursingCAS deadline.
  • Please refer to the Florida State University Office of Admissions website for more information.
• Questions?
  • NursingCAS Applicant Help Center and contact information
  • FSU Transfer Application – Call (850) 644-6200 or email admissions@fsu.edu
  • Nursing Requirements – email info@nursing.fsu.edu

*This cost breakdown is an estimate only.

The BSN Program is approximately 60 credit hours. Please refer to the university website for more information on tuition costs and fees.

• Students are responsible for their own transportation to and from clinicals.
• During Semester 2, students may be required to travel to surrounding counties for community clinicals. Students are responsible for their own transportation.
• During Semester 3, students attend clinicals outside of Tallahassee. Students may be assigned clinical rotations in locations such as (but not limited to) Jacksonville, Pensacola, Orlando or Atlanta. Students are responsible for all transportation and lodging costs.
• During Semester 4, students may be placed outside Tallahassee for their internship. Every effort will be made to accommodate students’ requests for placement. Students are responsible for all transportation and living costs.

When does the program begin?

FSU College of Nursing BSN program admits students every semester (Fall, Spring, and Summer). Every admit term is the same duration, which is four consecutive semesters (15-16 months).

Is the program offered online?

No, the BSN program is a full-time in-person program in Tallahassee for the first three semesters. Semester 4 is asynchronous, meaning you can complete your coursework anywhere across the state where we have an affiliation agreement.

Which prerequisite courses need to be completed by the time I apply?

All prerequisite courses must be successfully completed with a C or better by the end of the semester in which you are applying to the program (end of Spring for Fall, end of Summer for Spring, and end of Fall for Summer). See Admission Requirements for more information regarding these guidelines.

Does FSU require a nursing entrance exam like the HESI or TEAS?

Not at this time.

Is AP, IB, AICE credit accepted?

FSU accepts credit by testing for all of our prerequisite courses. See the FSU Admissions website for more information on test credit course equivalency.

How competitive is the program?

The BSN program can receive 300-600 applications each semester, with a goal of admitting up to 150 qualified students per admission cycle (final enrollment may vary). The average GPA of admitted students is around 3.7 to 3.8. Meeting the minimum requirements DOES NOT guarantee admission into the program.

Where can I take my prerequisite courses?

Prerequisite courses can be taken at any accredited university or community college. We recommend that current FSU students complete nursing prerequisites at FSU.

How do I know if the prerequisite course I am enrolled in is accepted as a course equivalent at FSU?

For a personalized course assessment, applicants can book an appointment with a pre-nursing advisor. You may need to provide a syllabus.

When is advising offered?

Advising for current FSU students is typically offered Monday-Friday. Walk-in advising is available, or you can schedule an appointment via Campus Connect. For more information and hours, check our Advising page on the Student Resources website. Non-FSU students can schedule a Zoom appointment through our Bookings link.

Can I schedule a tour at the College of Nursing?

Tours have limited availability due to the space being heavily used by faculty and students. Information sessions are offered both in person and online. Dates and sign-ups can be found in the Upcoming Events tab. For inquiries, email info@nursing.fsu.edu.

How do I make an appointment with the Student Success Center?

Make an appointment with our Director of Student Success, Lynn Sleeth, via your Campus Connect.

Do I need to be failing a course to make an appointment with the Student Success Center?

No, we prefer you engage with the Student Success Team before you struggle in any course. Active study strategies can improve your academic performance across multiple courses.

Admission to the College of Nursing at Florida State University is selective, and applications are reviewed in a holistic manner. No single criterion guarantees admission to the college. Rather, we consider all information submitted with the application.

Due to the thoroughness of our application review process, it is unusual for an admission decision to be reversed.

Eligibility to Appeal

Applicants who were not initially offered admission may submit an appeal for reconsideration. Appeals are limited to the submission of new information only and are not an opportunity to dispute the admissions methodology or committee decisions. We will consider an appeal only if it presents new academic and/or personal information that was not included in your initial admission application.

Appeal Deadlines

Acceptable Grounds for Appeal

New information submitted for appeal consideration may include one or more of the following:

• Grade change - One or more of your previously earned grades have changed. This does not include grades for classes that were in progress at the time of application.
  • nclude an updated unofficial transcript reflecting the grade change with your appeal. An official transcript will need to be sent to FSU admissions.
• Learning differences - One or more disorders which may affect the acquisition, organization, retention, understanding, or use of verbal or nonverbal information that negatively impacted your academic performance.
• • Include documentation highlighting the impact of the learning difference from an appropriately credentialed practitioner to diagnose the condition (e.g., Adult Normed Psychoeducational Evaluation, Signed letter—on letterhead—from a medical or mental health practitioner, or medical records/diagnostic summaries).
• Medical - A medical condition/illness/surgery that negatively impacted your academic performance.
• • Include documentation from your healthcare provider detailing the medical condition.
• Other - A significant immediate external circumstance that had a severe impact on your academic performance.
• • Include documentation of the extenuating circumstances.

Appeal Submission Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

1. A written appeal statement clearly outlining the new information being presented and its relevance to the strength of the application. The statement must be written by the student.
2. Supporting documentation (e.g., official transcripts, medical documentation, or documentation of learning differences, as applicable).

Review Process

• Appeals will be reviewed by the Admissions and Progression Committee.
• The committee will reassess the application using only the newly submitted, eligible information.

Final Determination

All appeal decisions by FSU College of Nursing Admissions and Progression Committee are final. Applicants will be notified of the outcome following committee review. Submission of an appeal does not guarantee a change in admission status

If you wish to continue with your appeal request, you must complete the Appeal Request form below and submit the required Appeal Letter and supporting documents.

Appeal Request