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).

We no longer offer an accelerated nursing program. All BSN cohorts are now the same length, which mirrors the timeline of the accelerated program (4 consecutive semesters). The previous “traditional” BSN program was four semesters with a summer in the middle. This option is no longer offered. 

The expedited timeline of the program was integrated in order to allow the College of Nursing to prepared students for the workforce more quickly as well as expand the programs ability to increase the student population and offer nursing education to more students.

No, the BSN program is 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.

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. Also, is HIGHLY recommended that students complete all General Education requirements for the state of Florida before starting the nursing program.

No. 

FSU accepts credit by testing for all of our prerequisite courses.

All grades factor into a student’s overall GPA. However, if a science course is repeated, the higher grade will be used to calculate the science GPA.

We typically receive around 300 -400 applications per semester for the BSN program and can admit 150 qualified applicants each admit term.

Meeting the minimum requirements DOES NOT guarantee admission into the program.

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

For a personalized course assessment, applicants can book an appointment with a pre-nursing advisor.

BSN, NFA, or pre-nursing advising is typically offered on a walk-in basis or virtually M-F 830-1130 and by appointment in the afternoons. Afternoon appointments can be scheduled in your myFSU account via Campus Connect.

Please check the advising information under "Student Resources" on our website.

Yes, we offer several in-person and online information sessions throughout each semester. Dates and sign-ups can be found in the News and Events tab. Personal tours can be scheduled based on availability by emailing info@nursing.fsu.edu.

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

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.