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Please anyone knows much about western governors university? im a new student and i would like to know more about the school. i just started this nursing journey because i feel it's my calling. i know that God is with me on this. but i wouldn't want to make a mistake. i have a previous college degree in another field but nursing kept calling me. now i need a school that wouldn't require much prerequisite. i had already started taking the anatomy and physiology classes with lone star college and i don't know if that will be enough to be accepted into WGU prelicensure nursing program. i need help please.

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Contact an enrollment counselor with WGU and talk to them about what you need to do to get admitted.

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From Website Online University | Online Degree Programs | WGU

Degree-Specific Admission Requirements

NOTICE: There will be limited clinical opportunities available in select hospitals in California, Texas, Florida, Indiana and Utah. Because of limited clinical opportunities, this is a highly selective program. Future expansion is planned in all five states and in additional states this year and beyond.

WGU is now opening admissions to aspiring nurses in these select areas who have completed all prerequisites as outlined below. Enrollment into this program is conducted in two phases of admissions: Pre-Nursing Curriculum and the Clinical Nursing Program.

To be Considered for Enrollment into the Pre-Nursing Curriculum, You Must Meet the Following Requirements:

  • Take and pass the ATI TEAS V Exam at the Proficient,” Advanced,” or Exemplary” Level.
    Click here to learn more about the TEAS V Exam
  • Submit a professional resume.
  • Submit a letter of intent.
  • Submit at least two professional letters of recommendation. (If currently working in the healthcare industry, one should be from your current employer.)
  • Submit official transcripts from all previous institutions that show:
    • You have earned a bachelor's or associate's degree and/or
    • You have completed the program admissions prerequisites in Liberal Arts and Sciences and Behavioral Sciences
    • You have completed all nursing-related science prerequisites in:
      • Anatomy and Physiology I, II with Labs
      • Microbiology with Lab

Click here to see the specific assessment requirements

Note: Preference will be given to those individuals with a prior college degree. All prerequisites must be complete before an application for enrollment can be considered.

For Enrollment into the Clinical Nursing Program, You Must Meet the Following Requirements:

Enrollment into the Pre-Nursing Curriculum and admission into the Clinical Nursing Program is competitive. Students must first be accepted and enrolled into the Pre-Nursing Curriculum. Students who are successful in the Pre-Nursing Curriculum will be allowed to apply for admission for the Clinical Nursing Program. Enrollment in the Pre-Nursing Curriculum is not a guarantee for admission into the Clinical Nursing Program. You must be at least 18 years of age before beginning the application process or participating in clinical experiences.

Approximately 60 days after enrollment into the Pre-Nursing Curriculum, if you qualify, you must apply for admission into the Clinical Nursing Program. To be considered for admission, the following support documentation must be provided by you as part of the application process:

  • Proof of health insurance†.
  • Proof of successfully passing a criminal background check*.
  • Proof of successfully passing a urine drug test*.
  • Proof of successfully passing a physical exam*.
  • Proof of CPR certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
  • Proof of a current immunization record and current negative TB test.
    Click here to see what immunizations are required of you
  • Proof of meeting the specific physical requirements in accordance with the core performance standards of the nursing profession.
    Click here to see examples of physical requirements
  • Successful completion of WGU's Introduction to Nursing Skills Performance Assessment.
  • A letter of intent (no more than two pages) describing your prior experiences and reasons for pursuing a career in nursing.
  • Participation in an interview with nursing department representatives.

†Note: Student will be provided by WGU at no cost to you.

* Note: Starred items are required to be completed no sooner than 90 days prior to beginning the clinical portions of this program.

Speak to an Enrollment Counselor to better understand what is required of you.

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Thanks Shondaj. you really detailed everything to me.

the enrollment counselor that i spoke with did not say anything about ATI TEAS EXAM.

i will have to go to their website to register for the exam.

thanks again. i appreciate.

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Ok i did spoke with a counselor but he did not detail everything to me. i think he was having a bad day @protectNnurse2b

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Thanks Shondaj. you really detailed everything to me.

the enrollment counselor that i spoke with did not say anything about ATI TEAS EXAM.

i will have to go to their website to register for the exam.

thanks again. i appreciate.

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