ADN-Transition

ADN Transition Admission Information

Are you a licensed vocational nurse or working paramedic looking to take your career to the next level? San Jacinto College’s ADN Transition program may be just what the doctor ordered. Get the information you need to apply today.

Application periods:
Fall applications: Feb. 1 - April 15
Spring applications: July 1 - Sept 15

How to Apply

After you’ve been admitted to San Jac, follow these steps to prepare for your program. By the way, if you haven't applied to San Jac, you'll need to do that first.

Please note that the online application will close automatically at 5 p.m. on the closing date. Unfortunately, there are no exceptions. We select students for the program based on how they score on the admissions rubric. 

If you have any questions or just want to talk to someone about the program, please reach out to us.

  1. Admissions Criteria and Prerequisites

    We’re excited to have you join our program! To get started, we recommend reviewing the application packet which goes into detail about all aspects of the program along with the student nursing handbook. We've also put together an admissions requirements for application sheet that will help you understand a number of key steps in the enrollment process.

    A cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater on all science prerequisite coursework is required for admission to the Associate Degree Nursing (ADN) program and the LVN/Paramedic to ADN Transition program. Prerequisite science courses include:

    • Anatomy & Physiology I and II
    • Microbiology

    For general education prerequisite courses, you will need to earn a grade ‘C’ or higher. These courses include:

    • BIOL 2401 or BIOL 2301/2101
    • BIOL 2402 or BIOL 2302/2102 
    • BIOL 2420 or BIOL 2320/2120 
    • ENGL 1301 Composition I
    • PSYC 2301 Introduction to Psychology
    You may have one prerequisite course in progress when you apply. However, any prerequisites not completed before applying will not be used in the admissions scoring rubric. Please note that we do not accept other colleges’ RNSG courses.

    Finally, your grades on prerequisites along with other key classes will affect your score in your application. We recommend that you review the admissions scoring rubric for more information.

    Admissions Scoring Rubric

  2. Attend an Information Session

    Attending an information session isn’t mandatory for admission, but they’re very helpful. You can find out more about the program and get answers to questions about the application process.

    Information Sessions

  3. Transcript Evaluation

    Submit official transcripts from all schools attended. The Admissions Office will automatically evaluate them.

    Your application will be considered incomplete until all transcripts have been evaluated. Be sure submit them as soon as possible to ensure we have time to evaluate them before you apply.

    Once the evaluation is complete, review your GPS report to ensure prerequisite courses transferred over. You can access your GPS report through My San Jac. 

    Please remember that all transcripts must:

    • Have been printed within 60 days of applying
    • Be submitted in PDF format
    • Have your name visible

     

    Submit Transcript

  4. Take the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) Exam

    The TEAS exam evaluates basic academic knowledge in reading, math, science, English, and language usage. Scores may not be older than 2 years from the deadline date.

    You'll need to create an ATI TEAS student account. We also recommend that you take a TEAS practice exam to get comfortable with the format. There is even a TEAS Admissions Assessment Prep course that you can consider taking. Finally, take a moment to review our ATI TEAS FAQs.

    You can take the four-hour exam in-person at San Jac South or remote at home. Both options will be on a computer. Please follow the links below for the option you prefer.

    Sign Up for In-Person Testing
    Cost: $71 + tax

    Sign Up for Remote Testing (Proctored by ATI) 
    Cost: $120 + tax

  5. Apply to the ADN Transition Program

    Fall Application Period:

    Feb. 1 – April 15

    Spring Application Period:

    July 1 - Sept, 15

    Once you have completed the rest of the steps, you’re ready to apply to the program! Upload your documents and complete the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You must complete the online application in one sitting. Have your documents ready in PDF form.


    Note: You'll need your San Jac student ID (G#) to log into the application.

    Login Help

    Application

Additional Information

Here's a little more information to help you with some of the key steps.

Once the evaluation is complete, review your GPS report to ensure prerequisite courses transferred over. To get your GPS report:

  1. Log into the My San Jac Student Portal with your San Jac Login credentials.
  2. Click on My San Jac GPS under Academic Resources (may have to click on "show more" to find the option).
  3. Go to Worksheets.
  4. Click on "What If."
  5. Select Associates of Applied Science from the degree drop-down. 
  6. Select a desired year from the catalog year drop-down. 
  7. Select ADN Transition from the major drop-down.
  8. Click the Process What-If button near the top of the screen. This process may take a few minutes to generate the request. 
  9. Click Print on the top right corner. Keep a copy and submit one copy in the application packet.

Get Your GPS Report

Get Your GPS Report

Log into your My San Jac dashboard to get your GPS report.
My San Jac

Once the evaluation is complete, review your GPS report to ensure prerequisite courses transferred over. To get your GPS report:

  1. Log into the My San Jac Student Portal with your San Jac Login credentials.
  2. Click on My San Jac GPS under Academic Resources (may have to click on "show more" to find the option).
  3. Go to Worksheets.
  4. Click on "What If."
  5. Select Associates of Applied Science from the degree drop-down. 
  6. Select a desired year from the catalog year drop-down. 
  7. Select ADN Transition from the major drop-down.
  8. Click the Process What-If button near the top of the screen. This process may take a few minutes to generate the request. 
  9. Click Print on the top right corner. Keep a copy and submit one copy in the application packet.

Get Your GPS Report

Get Your GPS Report

Log into your My San Jac dashboard to get your GPS report.
My San Jac

After acceptance, you will need to upload documents to provide clinical clearance. We use CastleBranch to document and track immunization records, drug screenings, and more. It is also a good idea to obtain hard copies of your immunizations for your own records.  The documents you will need to upload include:

  • Compliance with current licensure requirements as an LVN/LPN or paramedic.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR and AED Training for Health Care Professionals Certificate card from the American Heart Association (online courses are not accepted)
  • Proof of immunizations:
    • Influenza (flu shot, must be current and updated throughout the program)
    • Tdap (within the last 10 years)
    • TB skin test or chest X ray (within the past year)
    • Titer showing proof of immunity to Measles, Mumps, & Rubella (MMR)
    • Titer showing proof of immunity to Hepatitis B
    • Titer showing negative screening for Hepatitis C
    • Titer showing proof of immunity to Varicella (chicken pox)

*Titer for MMR, Varicella, and Hepatitis B must be on file in your student record before the end of the first semester.

Additional Vaccine Requirements
As part of the ADN Transition program, you will be studying in facilities outside of the College. During these times, you will be required to comply with the immunization policies of each facility to be able to participate. This includes COVID-19 vaccinations. 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.

CastleBranch

San Jacinto College Student

I’m Accepted! Now What?

We know there’s a lot to our application process, but the hard work has paid off. Get more information on paying for school and registering for classes.
Register for ClassesADN Transition Program Estimated CostsPaying for CollegePerkins Grant

Requirements Upon Acceptance

There are a few more requirements you must meet once you’ve been accepted. 

New student orientation is mandatory. During orientation you will:

  • Learn about the program expectations and how to prepare for the course.
  • Be able to ask questions of administration, faculty, and staff.
  • Prepare for a uniform fitting and purchase a Nurse Supply Pack.
  • Receive course materials with information on registration, books, supplies, and more.
  • Receive other resources to prepare you for the course, labs, and clinicals.

 

The drug screen, blue card, and physical exam are required after you are accepted into the program. You will receive information about these screenings once you’ve been accepted. You may schedule the exam with a private physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. Just make sure you use the forms the ADN Transition program provides. 

The exam:

  • Should show that you are physically and emotionally fit to perform all the requirements of direct patient care
  • Should show you are free from communicable diseases
  • Are subject to review by the department, medical opinion, or policy of hospitals and agencies that serve as extended campus sites for clinicals.

You must have health insurance when you are accepted into the program, and maintain your insurance without lapses throughout the program. Please note the Gold Card does not count as health insurance for nursing school.

San Jac doesn’t participate in a specific College-sponsored health insurance plan. You may obtain insurance through private companies. Compare companies and study the terms of their policies before buying coverage. We are offering the following providers as a resource only, not as an endorsement:

We also use CastleBranch for our background checks and drug screenings. You must have a clear criminal background to be eligible for a nursing license. If you have an issue in attaining your license, you can file a Declaratory Order. Declatratory orders allow the Texas Board of Nursing (BON) to make a decision on your eligibility before you enter a nursing program. Please note:

  • You can file a Declaratory Order if you answer yes to questions 3-5 on the licensure eligibility requirements.
  • Wait to file a Declaratory Order until you receive a letter from the BON telling you to do so. If you foresee incidents on your criminal background check, you should start gathering information, such as statements and court documents. But wait to submit anything until the BON requests a Declaratory Order.
  • At the end of San Jac’s application period, our nursing office will email qualified applicants with directions for completing the background check. If the BON has approved your eligibility, you may go ahead and enroll in the program. You will need to provide proof of clearance by either the blue card or the outcome letter from the BON.

Accreditation Information

Public notice of upcoming accreditation review visit by the ACEN. The San Jacinto College-South LVN/Paramedic to ADN Transition program is continuously accredited by:

State of Texas Board of Nursing

Address: 1801 Congress Avenue, Suite 10-200
Austin, Texas 78701
Phone: (512) 305-7400
Website: www.bon.texas.gov 

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

Address: 3390 Peachtree Road NE
Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone: (404) 975-5000
Website: www.acenursing.org    

Contact the ADN Transition Department

Have questions about the admissions process? Don’t hesitate to reach out!
adn.transition@sjcd.edu  
281-998-6350 x3315