The University of Montevallo College of Health Professions offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree. The BSN degree may be completed through the Pre-licensure BSN track or the RN to BSN track. Both program tracks prepare graduates for generalist practice to provide direct and indirect care to individuals, families, groups, communities, or populations.

The BSN graduate is prepared to provide comprehensive care in a variety of acute, community and rehabilitative settings. Program emphasis includes clinical nursing practice, health promotion and maintenance, hands-on experience across the continuum of care, and preparation for assuming leadership roles and graduate study in nursing. The baccalaureate curriculum provides a solid foundation for graduate study. The BSN program is approved by the Alabama Board of Nursing.  

Pre-licensure BSN Program Admission 

The University of Montevallo (UM) Pre-licensure BSN program is a specialized admission program, which means admission to UM does not guarantee admission to the nursing program. You must first be admitted to UM through the Office of Admissions prior to applying to the BSN program. Admission to the program is competitive and spaces are limited. When the number of students applying to the program exceeds the number of spaces available, the most qualified applicants will be admitted based on the admission requirements. 

In addition to the University’s general admission requirements as described in the Undergraduate Admissions section of the Bulletin, students seeking admission to the BSN program must meet the following additional requirements at the time of application:   

• ATI TEAS score at 80 or above   

• A minimum of a 2.5 GPA and grades of “C” or better in all required pre-nursing courses, including all general education, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , and required support courses.   

• A minimum of a 2.5 GPA in required science courses, including BIO 105 , BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 300 , CHEM 101  or CHEM 121 , CHEM 102  or CHEM 122 .  

• Documentation of required program immunizations.  

Early Acceptance Program

The BSN program has an early acceptance option for highly qualified high school seniors who demonstrate academic success and readiness for the study of nursing. Students participating in the early acceptance program are guaranteed admission to the upper division professional component of the nursing curriculum when they meet the following requirements. Admission is competitive and selective. 

High School Requirements

1. Admitted to the University of Montevallo.
2. Have a minimum high school GPA of 3.75 based on 4.0 scale 
3. Submit an ACT score of at least 22 composite (Science section required; Superscore is not accepted)
4. Submit 2 letters of recommendation to include the following information:a) Applicants leadership qualities, b) Ability to care for diverse populations, and c) Readiness to assume personal accountability for own learning.

Upon Admission to Early Acceptance Program-Student Requirements

1. Must be continuously enrolled in a minimum of 12 credit hours each semester (No minimal credit hour requirement for summer semesters).
2. Maintain a minimum of a 2.5 GPA  and grades of “C” or better in all required pre-nursing courses, including all general education, BIO 201 , BIO 202 , and required support courses. 
3. Maintain a minimum of a 2.5 GPA in required science courses, including BIO 105 , BIO 201 , BIO 202 , BIO 300 , CHEM 101  or CHEM 121 , CHEM 102  or CHEM 122 .  
4. ATI TEAS exam total score of 75 or above (must be taken 4-12 months prior to starting BSN upper division courses). 
5. Documentation of required program immunizations (Prior to starting BSN upper division courses). 

Enrollment Requirements

Upon admission all BSN students will receive information concerning current UM Nursing requirements for enrollment. These include but may not be limited to: student health physical examination; clinical agency required immunizations; Level 2 criminal background check; fingerprinting; American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support certification; and drug screen. 

Progression

The minimum passing grade for a Nursing curriculum required course is a “C.” A course may be repeated only one time if a grade lower than a “C” is made, and the hours will be counted as hours attempted. Courses may be repeated only at UM.  A student may only have one nursing course grade below “C” (75%) to be eligible for readmission.

Students must remain in compliance with all nursing program requirements as outlined in the BSN Program Handbook. Failure to maintain the academic and professional standards specified in the BSN Program student handbook may result in dismissal from the BSN program.

Grading Scale for NURS courses

Letter Grade	Percentage Range
A	90-100
B	80-89
C	75-79
D	60-74
F	Below 60