Accelerated Nursing Program

University of Akron

• Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited four year college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Admission to The University of Akron
• Ability to maintain full-time status
• Pre-req science courses must have a lab component and a cumulative GPA of 2.75
• Pre-req science courses should preferably be completed within the past five years of your application
• Completion of all the pre-req courses having earned a C or better in each, with an average GPA of 2.75, prior to beginning your first nursing course

Application requirements:

• Application to The University of Akron
• A resume
• A 500-word personal statement addressing how you can contribute to the field of nursing
• One letter of recommendation
• Official copies of your transcripts