How frequently does CSUB start a new nursing class?
The Department of Nursing offers a program for a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and admits students, based on available resources, once per year in the Fall Quarter.
Can I apply to the nursing program with prerequisites still in progress?
Yes. However, you must have completed 5 of the 8 prerequisites by the beginning of the application time period, January 5, 2009.
How many students are accepted to the program, and what were the GPAs of the students who were accepted last year?
On average the Department of Nursing receives between 200 and 250 applications each year for the 60- 70 seats available in the program. Of the applicants who were accepted to the program for fall 2008 entry, the lowest GPA was 3.26 and the average GPA was 3.59.
Where do I get a University application?
A university application may be obtained by telephoning (661) 654-3036 or by writing the Office of Admissions and Records, California State University, Bakersfield, 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311-1099. Application to the University can also be made via the Internet at www.csumentor.edu.
When is the nursing application due?
Applications will be taken from January 5, 2009 through February 27, 2009.
Is the TEAS required by CSUB Department of Nursing?
CSUB Department of Nursing does require applicants to the nursing program to have already taken the TEAS. Students applying for fall 2009 must have a TEAS score of at least 70 percent. CSUB Department of Nursing will administer the exam from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm on the following Saturdays: January 10, February 21, March 21, and April 18. Registration information is available at this website. Applicants who have already taken the TEAS should have ATI send the results to CSUB. All TEAS results must be received by the Department of Nursing no later than May 1.
How much does it cost to attend the nursing program?
In addition to University tuition and fees, there are additional fees for nursing students. Nursing students will have additional expenses for transportation (an automobile is always needed for clinical practicum courses), parking, health insurance, health clearance, professional liability insurance, uniforms, equipment, and ATI testing. The estimated costs paid by nursing students in the program are available on this website.
What about Financial Aid?
Information regarding scholarships, grants, and loans is available through the Office of Financial Aid, (661) 654-3016.
How can I find out about housing?
For information concerning residence halls or other housing, call the Housing Office, (661) 654- 3014.
Where do I get the course catalog?
Both the University catalog and the schedule of courses offered can be found at www.csub.edu.
What if I have taken courses from a foreign university?
Applicants with courses from a foreign university must have the courses enlisted by an international evaluation service. A few of these organizations are listed below.
Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, Inc.
P.O. Box 6908
Beverly Hills, California 90212
Tel: (800) 234-1597, (310) 275-3530
Fax: (310) 275-3528
Email: acei@acei1.com
www.acei1.com
American Education Research Corporation, Inc. (AERC)
P.O. Box 996
West Covina, CA 91793-0996
Tel: (626) 339-4404
Fax: (626) 339-9081
Email: aerc@verizon.net
www.aerc-eval.com
Recommended by CSUB International Students/Programs Dept.
Education Credential Evaluators, Inc.
P.O. Box 514070
Milwaukee, WI 53203-3470
Tel: (414) 289-3400
Fax: (414) 289-3411
E-mail: eval@ece.org
www.ece.org
Education Record Evaluation Service
601 University Avenue, Suite 127
Sacramento, CA 95825
Toll Free : 866-411-ERES (866-411-3737)
Tel: (916) 921-0790
Fax: 916) 921-0793
Email: edu@eres.com
www.eres.com
May I transfer nursing courses from another nursing program?
Yes. Nursing courses transferred from another nursing program must be evaluated for equivalency prior to beginning nursing courses at CSUB. This allows the Department of Nursing to place the applicant in the appropriate level in the CSUB Nursing Program. Applicants are required to provide a letter of good standing from the previous nursing program. In order to be considered for transfer, the letter of good standing and an official copy of all college transcripts and course descriptions for all nursing classes completed need to be sent to CSUB Department of Nursing. This packet should be mailed to:
CSUB Department of Nursing
Attn: Undergraduate Program Committee
29 RNC
9001 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311
What if I am an RN or LVN?
ADVANCED PLACEMENT: Advanced placement is possible for California RNs and LVNs. The Department of Nursing also provides a mechanism to petition certain nursing courses for credit-by-examination (CBE) for RNs, LVNs, and persons with course work in nursing from other schools. Students who wish to petition for CBE must have completed the prerequisites for nursing, at least sophomore standing at CSUB, and have been accepted into the nursing major. Please request information from the Department of Nursing, Chair of the Undergraduate Admissions Committee, (661) 654-2505, and obtain a "letter of good standing" from the previous nursing program.
What if I think I have had some of the course material already?
Students who have prior education or have knowledge acquired through practice may challenge nursing courses by examination/s or by other methods of evaluation after they have been accepted into the BS Nursing major. Contact the Department of Nursing, Chair of the Undergraduate Admissions Committee, (661) 654-2505.
How do I keep myself in good standing as a student in the Department of Nursing?
All students in the program must:
- Complete nursing courses in the prescribed sequence.
- Maintain a minimum grade of "C" or "credit" in each nursing course and have an overall GPA of 2.0.
- Have current malpractice liability insurance, renewed annually.
- Maintain current CPR certification and provide documentation annually.
- Meet annual health requirements as specified by the Department of Nursing and agencies used for clinical experience.
- Behave consistently with standards for professional nursing practice, including skills in: oral, written, and therapeutic communication; accountability; ethics; and legal responsibility in actions with clients, their families, peers, and faculty.
9001 Stockdale Hwy
Bakersfield, CA 93311-1022