Requirements for admission to the College of LifeLong Learning and the ACCEL program in nursing include the following:

• Current R.N. licensure; graduation from an NLN-accredited nursing program
• In addition to the R.N. to B.S.N. Nursing Program, you must have successfully completed the following courses in order to graduate.  It is strongly recommended that you take these courses prior to starting the nursing program.
  • 3 credits in English composition
  • 3 credits in sociology
  • 3 credits in psychology
  • 3 credits in lifespan development
  • 6-8 credits in anatomy and physiology
  • 3-4 credits in microbiology
  • 3-4 credits in chemistry
  • 3 credits in nutrition
• Grade point average of 2.0 or greater on a 4.0 scale for previous college work
• Submit a copy of current licensure, a record of physical examination, and current CPR certification.
• Schedule an interview appointment with a counselor who will review with you all the credits needed for completion of your degree.
• Request an official transcript from each college/university and hospital school of nursing you previously attended.
• Complete an application for undergraduate admission

Transferring Credits

Previously earned credits from a regionally accredited two- or four-year college or university may be transferred to Immaculata. A formal evaluation of your transcripts determines the number of credits that will be accepted and applied to your degree.

To transfer credits, you must:

1. Arrange for official transcripts to be sent to the College of LifeLong Learning
2. Have earned a grade of "C" or better
3. Use approved translation service when submitting foreign transcripts
4. Provide course descriptions and/or a catalog if requested

Immaculata University is committed to the principle of equal educational opportunity. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disability.