The William Penn University Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program equips students with the leadership skills essential for nursing in today’s diverse and evolving healthcare environment. Grounded in the university’s values and nursing program outcomes, the curriculum fosters critical thinking, ethical leadership, and compassionate care.
The 4-Year Pre-licensure BSN program starts with a strong foundation in liberal arts, emphasizing math and science in the first two years. In the final two years, students enter core nursing courses, gaining the clinical knowledge and experience needed for licensure and practice.
Applicants may qualify through Regular Admission or Early Admission for eligible high school or transfer students. Both options provide a rigorous, supportive education with hands-on clinical training.
How to Apply
To apply for the 4-Year BSN program, start by selecting “Traditional” on the first page of the application. On the second page, choose “Nursing” as your major from the drop-down menu. This ensures your application is directed to the correct program.
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The regular admission process is to complete steps for admission at William Penn University. Select the 4-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing major. Acceptance requirements for William Penn University will be applied. The student will be assigned an advisor in the nursing division to assure they are on track to complete all required courses prior to starting the final two years of the BSN program.
In order to be accepted into the final two years of the BSN program, the student must complete the following requirements:
Complete a Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), with a score of 63
The TEAS test can be taken up to five times, with remediation on each attempt.
Satisfactorily complete required general education courses and a CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification course.
Cumulative GPA of 2.8
Minimum grade of C (2.0) in each of the following courses (or equivalent courses):
NURS 314
CHEM 101
BIOL 102, 202, 308, 314, 315
MATH 102
A cumulative GPA of 2.8 must be maintained. A grade of C (2.0) or above must be attained in each nursing course.
Early Admission
The early admission process is a formal understanding between the high school student and William Penn University in which a student may be granted admission to William Penn University and provisional admission into the BSN program. Early admission students must also meet the requirements for final admission to nursing (acceptance into the last two years of the program).
Organizations
The Pre-Professional Club at William Penn University is designed for students pursuing careers in the medical and healthcare fields. Whether you’re interested in becoming a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, physical therapist, or other healthcare professional, this club offers valuable support through networking opportunities, guest speakers, graduate school prep, and hands-on learning experiences. Join a community of motivated peers as you take the next step toward your future in medicine.