All program applications are submitted and reviewed on a rolling basis throughout the academic year. Applications will open August 15 and close August 1 of the following year.
Individual consideration will be given to all applicants. Additional testing or assessment may be required for those students needing additional support to be successful in their program. Official transcripts from all institutions attended are required for a complete application.
Applicants for whom English is a learned language must take the TOEFL English proficiency exam and score 550 PBT, or 79 iBT or better. Exemptions for the English proficiency requirement are granted for non-native speakers who have received a high school diploma or more advanced degree either from an accredited U.S. institution or from an institution outside the U.S. at which English is the official language of instruction. (School code: 6058)
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional)
- Graduation from an accredited high school or the equivalent (GED).
- Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- Combined high school math and science GPA requirement of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- For transfer students, minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and combined math and science GPA requirement of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Qualified applicants may be invited for a personal interview. Interviews are based on academic qualifications and there is not an appeals process if not granted an interview. We reserve the right to offer or rescind an interview at any time.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Accelerated)
- This program is a rigorous 12-month program for students who are looking to enter the nursing field quickly.
- Cumulative college GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- Cumulative college math and science GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- All prerequisite courses must be completed with a grade of C+ or higher prior to starting the program.
- Completed bachelor's degree or a minimum of 6 semesters of full-time college coursework.
- Qualified applicants may be invited for a personal interview. Interviews are based on academic qualifications and there is not an appeals process if not granted an interview. We reserve the right to offer or rescind an interview at any time.
Bachelor of Science in Health Professions (Cardiovascular Sonography and Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
- Graduation from an accredited high school or the equivalent (GED).
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- Combined high school math and science GPA requirement of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- For transfer students, minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale and combined math and science GPA requirement of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
- Essay reflecting on sonography awareness.
- Qualified applicants may be invited for a personal interview. Interviews are based on academic qualifications and there is not an appeals process if not granted an interview. We reserve the right to offer or rescind an interview at any time.
Applications demonstrating high levels of academic performance may earn priority admission to the program before the general admission deadline pending a satisfactory interview and essay score.
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences
- Graduation from an accredited high school or the equivalent (GED). High school required courses include: four years science (including biology and chemistry), and four years math (including algebra I and II, and geometry). Physics, and calculus or trigonometry are recommended.
- Minimum high school GPA of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.
- Combined high school math and science GPA requirement of 3.25 on a 4.0 scale.
- For transfer students, minimum college GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale and combined math and science GPA requirement of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- High School applicants interested in enrolling in the Pharmacy Early Assurance Program track must also submit their application to UNMC for acceptance into the Pharmacy Early Assurance Program on or before December 1st.
- Qualified applicants may be invited for a personal interview. Interviews are based on academic qualifications and there is not an appeals process if not granted an interview. We reserve the right to offer or rescind an interview at any time.
Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies
- Graduation from an accredited high school or the equivalent (GED).
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- For transfer students, minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Acceptance into the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies option does not guarantee placement into a Baccalaureate Program in Nursing, Biomedical Sciences or Sonography at Bryan College of Health Sciences, nor does it shorten the timeframe for completing one of these Baccalaureate Programs. If accepted into another Baccalaureate Program from the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies degree, the student will progress through the curriculum in the same sequence and timeframe as other students starting the Baccalaureate Program at the same time.
Degree Completion (Health Professions)
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with a minimum of an associate degree in a healthcare field.
Associate of Science in Health Professions
- Graduation from an accredited high school or the equivalent (GED).
- Minimum high school GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale.
- For transfer students, minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.
Acceptance into the Associate of Science Program does not guarantee placement into a Baccalaureate Program in Nursing, Sonography, Biomedical Sciences or Healthcare Studies at Bryan College of Health Sciences, nor does it shorten the timeframe for completing one of these Baccalaureate Programs. If accepted into a Baccalaureate Program from the Associate Program, the student will progress through the curriculum in the same sequence and timeframe as other students starting the Baccalaureate Program at the same time.
Healthcare Management Certificate
- College transcripts with a minimum of 25 completed semester credits and a minimum college GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.