ADMISSION POLICY Missouri Baptist University School of Nursing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
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Missouri Baptist University
School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
ADMISSION POLICY
2020-2021
Students seeking the Bachelor of Science in nursing degree will apply to enter the program at
the junior year and, if accepted, and progress through the nursing curriculum for a period of 2
years. An Early Admission option will allow students to apply to the program prior during the
senior year of high school for start in the nursing program at the beginning of the junior year.
The School of Nursing at Missouri Baptist University (MBU) may admit up to 24 students per
academic year into the nursing program.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT – TRADITIONAL ADMISSION
1. Admission to Missouri Baptist University
a. Transfer Students will submit the Undergraduate application for admission by
going to the following:
https://www.mobap.edu/admissions/undergraduate/admissions-application-
requirements/.
b. Current MBU students can skip this step.
2. Completion of School of Nursing Application
a. Transfer Students will be contacted by an Admissions Counselor after
completion of the Undergraduate application. Once the student’s transcripts
have been evaluated and the student has been deemed eligible to apply to the
pre-licensure BSN program, a link to the School of Nursing application will be
given.
b. Current MBU Students: Contact your Pre-Nursing Advisor. Once the advisor has
deemed you are eligible to apply, a link to the application will be provided.
c. Applications open on December 1 and close on February 28.
3. Completion of General Education and Pre-Nursing Courses
Applicants should have completed all of the pre-nursing requirements (or be currently
enrolled) as outlined on the BSN Degree Sheet prior to applying for the nursing
program. Students who have up to nine (9) credit hours of pre-nursing courses
outstanding may be considered for admission if the courses can be taken during a
summer semester or in an online format. All science and math courses must be
completed prior to starting the nursing program.
Students must have three of the five science courses completed prior to applying for
admissions. The other two courses can be in progress during the application timeframe.
Updated 05/2020 APCourses must be completed within the past 5 years (with the exception of Chemistry)
with a grade of B or higher.
BIOL 113+111 Introduction to Chemistry + Lab
BIOL 213+211 Anatomy & Physiology I + Lab
BIOL 223+221 Anatomy & Physiology II + Lab
BIOL 363 Pathophysiology
BIOL 373+371 Microbiology + Lab
4. Official Transcripts
a. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended (other
than MBU) must be received by the MBU Record’s Office by February 28. It is the
responsibility of the student to ensure that all transcripts have been received
by the MBU Record’s office by this date. Transcripts can be mailed to:
Missouri Baptist University
ATTN: Records Office
One College Park Drive
Saint Louis, MO 63141-8698
5. Minimum Grade Point Average (GPA)
A minimum GPA of 2.8 is required for students to be accepted into the nursing program.
6. Letters of Recommendation
All prospective students must include at least two (2) letters of recommendation to the
School of Nursing. Letters of recommendation should be from people who are able to
attest to the student’s academic and/or healthcare experience.
7. Written Essay
Written essay of no more than 500 words answering the following questions:
Why did you choose Missouri Baptist University to obtain your nursing degree?
What are your goals after graduating from nursing school?
8. Non-native English Speaking Students
In addition to the above admission requirements, Non-native English Speaking Students
are required to submit proof that he or she has successfully completed the TOEFL (Test
of English as a Foreign Language). MBU’s TOEFL code is 2717.
Successful completion of the TOEFL requires minimum scores of:
Internet-based 80
Computer-based 213
Paper-based 550
English Proficiency Exceptions:
Updated 05/2020 APStudents from the following countries who have completed high school or secondary
school are not required to prove English Proficiency: Australia, Belize, Canada (except
Quebec), the Fiji Islands, Guyana, Kenya, Ireland, New Zealand, Uganda, United
Kingdom, Zimbabwe and English speaking countries in the Caribbean (Jamaica,
Bahamas, Cayman Islands, Trinidad & Tobago, etc…) upon approval by the Director of
International Student Services. Students from these exempt countries will be enrolled
according to the evaluation of a placement essay written by the student prior to their
arrival at MBU.
An English Proficiency Exam may be waived at the discretion of the Director of
International Student Services if a student has completed at least 24 university level
credit hours at another U.S. college or university (or English speaking university) with
the minimum GPA of a 2.0 on a 4.0 scale. ESL/ELS/EIEP classes or any other remedial
courses, even if taken in a university setting, will not be accepted toward the English
Proficiency waiver. A waiver cannot be considered until official transcripts are
submitted. In addition, the student will be enrolled according to the evaluation of a
placement essay written by the student prior to their arrival at MBU. ELS Level 112 may
be used as proof of English Proficiency. A copy of the completion certificate is needed
for admission. Students who attended a High School in the U.S. may be waived from the
English Proficiency requirement if they have completed at least two years in the U.S.
and have a minimum of a 2.0 GPA.
English Proficiency Appeals:
If a student is eligible for appeal they must complete three additional requirements for
admission.
1. Write a formal letter addressed “To Whom It May Concern”, typed, dated and signed
stating why you believe you should be admitted to MBU despite not having met the
English Proficiency requirement.
2. Complete the IELTS/TOEFL waiver questions provided by ISS. Questions found in K-
International Students-Admissions-Policies and Procedures-IELTS or TOEFL Waiver
Questions. Send response to Thea Abraham for review.
3. Students must have a B equivalency or higher in any English courses and an overall
GPA of a 3.0 or higher.
For information and application for TOEFL, please contact:
TOEFL Educational Testing Service
PO BOX 6151
Princeton, New Jersey 08541-6151
Telephone: 609-771-7100
Website: http://www.toefl.org or http://www.ets.org/toefl
Email: toefl@ets.org
Updated 05/2020 APEVALUATION
Admission to the nursing program is competitive and based on the applicant pool. Fulfillment of
the minimum School of Nursing admission criteria does not guarantee admission. Factors given
consideration during candidate selection include cumulative GPA, science course GPA, quality
of the essay, recommendation letters, co-curriculars/honors/awards/accolades,
certifications/credentials/work experience/life experience, and potential to complete the
program. Final applicants accepted to the program will include the most qualified based on the
overall application pool. All applicants will receive notification of a decision by April 1.
Each application is considered individually without regard to age, race, color, national origin,
ethnicity, religion, gender, sex gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental
status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as
a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot lawfully be considered, to the extent
specific by applicable laws.
The School of Nursing reserves the right to refuse admission or progression to an applicant or
student who cannot meet, with reasonable accommodations, the functional abilities to practice
safely and effectively as defined by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing, Inc. (1996).
Be advised that by current Missouri law, the Missouri State Board of Nursing may discipline or
refuse licensure to applicants with certain arrests, misdemeanors, and felonies. For more
information, contact the state board of nursing in the state where you intend to practice. The
School of Nursing reserves the right to refuse admissions or progression to an applicant or
student who has been convicted as a felon or has otherwise committed offenses inappropriate
for a nurse.
NON-ACCEPTANCE
Applicants not accepted may be placed on a waiting list of qualified applicants. The Dean of
Nursing notifies individuals in order of ranking on the waiting list if openings become available.
RE-APPLICATION
An applicant who is not admitted to the MBU School of Nursing may re-apply for the next
admission period by submitting a new application.
Updated 05/2020 APADMISSION REQUIREMENT – EARLY ADMISSION
Missouri Baptist University School of Nursing offers an Early Admission option for eligible high
achieving high school seniors interested in earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The School
of Nursing will select up to 10 students annually to be admitted through the Early Admission
option.
Early Admission applications will open on October 1 and will close on February 1 of each year
for admission the following academic year. Students will be notified no later than March 1 of
the decision.
Benefits
Early Admission students are assigned to a pre-nursing advisor and are guaranteed admission
into the nursing program their junior year assuming they continue to meet all nursing
admission requirements.
Criteria
To be considered for the Early Admission option, a student must meet the following:
Apply and be accepted into Missouri Baptist University and declare a major of pre-
nursing.
Complete the Early Admission application to the School of Nursing.
ACT score of at least 23 composite
o OR
ACT score of 20-22 with a Math and Science subscore of at least 20
Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale (unweighted)
The following should be submitted to the School of Nursing upon applying:
1. Written essay of no more than 500 words answering the following questions:
Why did you choose Missouri Baptist University to obtain your nursing degree?
What are your goals after graduating from nursing school?
2. Two letters of recommendation
Letters of recommendation should be from people who are able to attest to the
student’s academic and/or healthcare experience.
The most competitive candidates will have volunteer or employment experience in a health
care setting, leadership opportunities, community service and/or research experience.
**Please note** Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee that an
applicant will be accepted to the Early Admission option. Applicants will receive a letter
indicating acceptance to the Early Admission option. Contingent upon maintaining eligibility,
students will receive a letter of acceptance to the nursing program in June after the sophomore
year.
Updated 05/2020 APMaintaining Eligibility
Once admitted into the Early Admission option, a student must meet the following criteria:
Continuous enrollment as a full-time student at Missouri Baptist University in each
regular semester session with a pre-nursing major.
Must maintain a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 in all courses.
Receive a science grade no lower than a B in Anatomy & Physiology I, Anatomy &
Physiology II, Chemistry, Pathophysiology, and Microbiology.
Students who suffer from academic setback in their pre-nursing coursework or decide not to
continue with the Early Admission option may apply to the nursing program via the traditional
admission process without penalty.
Updated 05/2020 APPRE-NURSING CURRICULUM Updated 05/2020 AP
NCLEX-RN AND LICENSURE Be advised that to practice professional nursing, a graduate of the nursing program must apply to take the national licensure examination for registered nurses (NCLEX-RN) and apply for licensure in the state where the graduate wants to work as a professional registered nurse. A graduate is required to pass the NCLEX-RN before state licensure can be granted. As outlined in the Missouri State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act (http://pr.mo.gov/boards/nursing/npa.pdf): The practice of nursing is subject to state-specific licensure requirements. For state-specific licensure requirement information, contact the state board of nursing in the state where you intend to practice. By current Missouri law, the Missouri State Board of Nursing has requirements that include, but are not limited to the following: 20 CSR 2200-4.020 Requirements for Licensure. In addition, according to the Missouri State Board of Nursing an applicant for licensure by endorsement or licensure by examination who answers yes to one (1) or more of the questions on the application or the fingerprint checks reveal charges and/or convictions which relate to possible grounds for denial of licensure under section 335.066, RSMo shall submit copies of appropriate documents, as requested by the board, related to that answer or the fingerprint check before his/her application will be considered complete. The copies shall be certified if they are records of a court or administrative government agency. An applicant for licensure by endorsement or licensure by examination who the executive director or designee determines may not meet the requirements for licensure or examination shall be notified that the application will be reviewed by the members of the board at the board’s next regular scheduled meeting following receipt of all requested documents. The Missouri State Board of Nursing shall notify, by certified mail or delivery, any individual who is refused permission to take an examination for licensure or an individual licensed in another state, territory or foreign country that is denied a license by endorsement without examination. At the time of notification, this individual is to be made aware of his/her avenue of appeal through the Missouri Administrative Hearing Commission Updated 05/2020 AP
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