Location
United States
Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Fees
USD21912
(2025)
Duration
16 Month(s)
Next intake
18 August 2025
Entry Score
6.5
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Duration: 16 Month(s)
Fees: USD21912
Intake | Location |
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Spring (January), 2026 | Highland Heights |
Fall (August), 2025 | Highland Heights |
Fall (August), 2026 | Highland Heights |
To be considered for admission, one must:
Be a graduate of an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s or higher degree, or within six months of graduation with a statement from the registrar, chair, or advisor that graduation requirements will be met prior to the start of ABSN classes.
Be admitted to NKU as a degree-seeking student with postbaccalaureate status without conditions.
Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale. GPAs for admission to the ABSN track will be calculated using NKU and transfer coursework.
Complete at least two science prerequisite courses before applying.
English proficiency required for admission can be satisfied by any one of the following:
An official and satisfactory score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken within the last two years. The minimum TOEFL scores to be considered for admission are a 500 on the paper-based exam or a 61 on the internet-based (iBT) exam.
Documentation of having satisfactorily completed freshman-level English composition at an American regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. and an overall acceptable GPA.
A satisfactory score on the verbal portion of the ACT or SAT taken within the last two years. The minimum scores to be considered for admission are an ACT of 18 or SAT of 430 (through 3/15/16) or 25 (effective 3/16/16).
An official and satisfactory score from the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) taken within the last two years. The minimum IELTS scores to be considered for admission must include a cumulative band of 5.5 and sub-scores in reading and writing of 5.0 or better.
Successful completion of NKU’s American English Language Program with at least an 80% in each AELP class.
Submit separate application to the School of Nursing by January 15 for fall admission.
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If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Northern Kentucky University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
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