
We at San Jacinto College are excited to help you take the next step in your nursing
career. As you prepare to apply for our BSN program, it’s important to understand
our application requirements. This will help you put your best foot forward. Let’s
dive in!
Application periods:
Fall applications: April 17 - July 17
Spring applications: Sept. 15 - Jan. 5
We’re excited to have you join our program. To get started, we recommend reviewing
the BSN nursing handbook, which provides detailed information about every aspect of the program. Below are
the standards you’ll need to meet to qualify.
If you are completing the San Jacinto College Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program, you may qualify for conditional admission to the RN-to-BSN program while you finish your NCLEX-RN exam.
With conditional admission, you can begin the program by enrolling in your first 8-week course. To stay enrolled, you must submit the following documentation before the start of your second 8-week course:
Proof that you passed the NCLEX-RN
Verification of a current, unencumbered Texas RN license (your license must remain active throughout the program)
Verification of current employment as a professional nurse (employer letter required)
Make sure you’ve completed, or are in the process of completing your pre-requisite
courses. For a detailed list, please review this outline.
You can still apply even if you haven’t finished every course yet. Just keep in mind
that your application won’t reflect final grades, which could make your admission
into the program more challenging. You’ll also earn more points on our admissions
rubric for courses you’ve already completed.
Because of this, we recommend finishing as many prerequisites as possible before applying.
Doing so not only strengthens your application but also sets you up for success in
the upper-level nursing courses once you’re in the program.
You'll need your student ID (G number) and login information to apply. Pro tip: If your application times out, close all browser windows and try again or open the application link via InPrivate Window (Edge) or InCognito Window (Chrome).
Our program requires that you are currently employed as a professional nurse. Please use this form for employment verification.
Note: this requirement is deferred for new graduated associate degree in nursing (ADN) applicants.
The RN-to-BSN program is a competitive program to enter. Selection is based on the following admissions rubric.
|
Criteria |
Points |
|
San Jacinto College Graduate Living within College’s service district |
20 10 |
|
Cumulative GPA 3.5 – 4.0 3.0 – 3.49 2.5 – 2.99 |
25 20 15 |
|
Completion of Academic/General Education Courses ALL academic courses completed. 1 – 4 academic courses remaining >5 academic courses remaining. |
25 15 0 |
|
BIOL 1322 grade |
A = 15 B = 10 C = 5 In Progress/No grade = 0 |
|
CHEM 1305 or CHEM 1311 grade, lecture |
A = 15 B = 10 C = 5 In Progress/No grade = 0 |
As part of the BSN program, you will be studying in facilities outside of the College during clinicals, practicums, and other experiential instances. During these times, you will be required to comply with the immunization policies of each facility to be able to participate. These requirements are implemented by the outside facilities and are not mandated by San Jac. Failure to meet the immunization requirements may limit your ability to complete the program. It may also delay your graduation date. San Jac does not process exemptions. You must address potential vaccination exemptions directly with the external learning site.
We use CastleBranch to document and track immunization records, drug screenings, and more. Please create an account and use the code JC18dtim to complete the order process for the RN-to-BSN program CastleBranch requirements.

The RN-to-BSN program is accredited by:
The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, Georgia 30326
Office: 404-975-5000
Fax: 404-975-5020
https://www.acenursing.org
Approved by:
Texas Board of Nursing
1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 10-200
Austin, Texas 78701