BSN Program Eligibility & Admission
Acceptance to the University does not mean acceptance into the basic nursing program, nor does it provide priority for admission to the School of Nursing.
Pre-Nursing is a designation indicating interest in the nursing major and links you to corresponding with the Pre-Nursing Advisor.
Due to program impaction, for admission to the Basic BSN program, the School of Nursing assesses students using a points-based system, where the top 40 students with the most points are offered seats. An alternate list is kept of the remaining candidates based on ranking, and is drawn from when seat declines occur.
To be eligible to apply for the Basic BSN program, students must first meet the minimum admission criteria, as listed in the "Admission Criteria, Points Distribution and Instructions" document linked below. Be sure to carefully review this information.
To learn more about our Basic BSN program regarding program impaction, local preference, applying as a post-baccalaureate, rewards for military service and much more, please visit the links below.
Applying to the School of Nursing (Video)(opens in new window)
This video is being provided as a service to applicants interested in applying to the basic Bachelor of Science in Nursing program at CSU, Chico and is for informational purposes only. This video in no way provides all the necessary requirements for applying to the program. Potential applicants are responsible for reviewing the Admission Criteria, Points Distribution and Instructions document (pdf below) in its entirety AND to follow ALL instructions provided in the NursingCAS application.Program Information and Admission Policies
CURRENT Admission Criteria, Points Distribution and Instructions (PDF)
How to Apply
To apply for the basic BSN program, two separate applications are required. One for admission to the university through CSU Cal State Apply, and a supplemental nursing program application through NursingCAS, once all program eligibility requirements are met.
The CSU Cal State Apply and NursingCAS applications are separate systems and have their own processes and timelines. For further information, click on this link: How to Apply.(opens in new window)IMPORTANT! Transfer students must submit their official transcripts (and AP scores, if applicable) to CSU, Chico Office of Admissions and NursingCAS. Currently enrolled Chico State students must also request their CSU, Chico transcripts to be sent to NursingCAS, in addition to any transcripts for college courses taken outside Chico State University.
This is a full-time program and students pay full-time tuition fees throughout the five semesters. For current Chico State tuition, visit Tuition & Registration Fees(opens in new window).
Students in the BSN program must pay added costs which include course fees, books, supplemental learning materials, scrubs, supplies, and costs associated with travel and meeting clinical requirements.