CON Admission for Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree - Revision history

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	<ul style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:67em !important;">		<ul style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:67em !important;">
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">BSN to DNP track: A BSN degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">BSN to DNP track: A BSN degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Post-Graduate track: A master's or doctoral degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Post-Graduate track: A master's or doctoral degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">If applicants have a GPA that is between 2.5 and 2.9, they may apply to be considered for provisional admission.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">If applicants have a GPA that is between 2.5 and 2.9, they may apply to be considered for provisional admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Curricula vitae or professional resume.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Curricula vitae or professional resume.</li>

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	===English as a Second Language===		===English as a Second Language===
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English ~~Language~~. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>
	<p>The minimum scoring standards:</p>		<p>The minimum scoring standards:</p>

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	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants with an accredited baccalaureate degree in nursing are eligible to apply for the BSN to DNP track, while those holding an accredited master’s degree in nursing may apply for the MSN to DNP track. </p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants with an accredited baccalaureate degree in nursing are eligible to apply for the BSN to DNP track, while those holding an accredited master’s degree in nursing may apply for the MSN to DNP track. </p>
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">United States citizens, prior to admission to the professional nursing graduate degree program, must be legally licensed to practice nursing in one of the 50 states. Foreign citizens not legally licensed to practice nursing in the United States shall provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a baccalaureate or masters’ degree in nursing. Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, students must hold a Registered Nurse ~~Licensure~~ in the particular state/states in which they are participating.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">United States citizens, prior to admission to the professional nursing graduate degree program, must be legally licensed to practice nursing in one of the 50 states. Foreign citizens not legally licensed to practice nursing in the United States shall provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a baccalaureate or masters’ degree in nursing. Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, students must hold a Registered Nurse license in the particular state/states in which they are participating.</p>

	===Evaluation of Applicants===		===Evaluation of Applicants===

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	<ul style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:67em !important;">		<ul style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:67em !important;">
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">BSN to DNP track: A BSN degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">BSN to DNP track: A BSN degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Post-Graduate track: A master's or doctoral degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Post-Graduate track: A master's or doctoral degree from an institution with a nursing education program that was accredited through the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), or NLN Commission for Nursing Education Accreditation (CNEA) at the time of graduation with a minimum GPA of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale for full admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">If applicants have a GPA that is between 2.5 and 2.9, they may apply to be considered for provisional admission.</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">If applicants have a GPA that is between 2.5 and 2.9, they may apply to be considered for provisional admission.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Curricula vitae or professional resume</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Curricula vitae or professional resume.</li>
	<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, including non-nursing coursework</li>		<li style="margin-bottom:15px;">Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, including non-nursing coursework.</li>
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	<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>

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	===English as a Second Language===		===English as a Second Language===
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE), the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>
	<p>The minimum scoring standards:</p>		<p>The minimum scoring standards:</p>

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	<li>Duolingo: Minimum overall score of 120.</li>		<li>Duolingo: Minimum overall score of 120.</li>
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	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">International applicants who originate from a country whose native language is English will be evaluated individually</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">International applicants who originate from a country whose native language is English will be evaluated individually.</p>

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	<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>

	==English as a Second Language==		===English as a Second Language===
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English and who have completed a nursing degree from an accredited English–speaking university may have the English proficiency requirements waived.</p>

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	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">United States citizens, prior to admission to the professional nursing graduate degree program, must be legally licensed to practice nursing in one of the 50 states. Foreign citizens not legally licensed to practice nursing in the United States shall provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a baccalaureate or masters’ degree in nursing. Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, students must hold a Registered Nurse Licensure in the particular state/states in which they are participating.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">United States citizens, prior to admission to the professional nursing graduate degree program, must be legally licensed to practice nursing in one of the 50 states. Foreign citizens not legally licensed to practice nursing in the United States shall provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a baccalaureate or masters’ degree in nursing. Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, students must hold a Registered Nurse Licensure in the particular state/states in which they are participating.</p>

	==Evaluation of Applicants==		===Evaluation of Applicants===
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Preference is given to residents of Nebraska, to individuals who wish to pursue study that can be adequately supported by the College's resources, and to those who have adequate preparation.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Preference is given to residents of Nebraska, to individuals who wish to pursue study that can be adequately supported by the College's resources, and to those who have adequate preparation.</p>
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">The following guidelines may be used to evaluate applicants:</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px;">The following guidelines may be used to evaluate applicants:</p>
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	<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important;">Admission is recommended for those who meet the requirements for full or provisional admissions and based on the College's resources.</p>

	==English as a Second Language==		==English as a Second Language==
	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>

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	<li>PTE: Minimum overall score of 59.</li>		<li>PTE: Minimum overall score of 59.</li>
	<li>IELTS: Minimum band score of 6.5.</li>		<li>IELTS: Minimum band score of 6.5.</li>
	<li>~~Dualingo~~: Minimum overall score of 120.</li>		<li>Duolingo: Minimum overall score of 120.</li>
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	<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">International applicants who originate from a country whose native language is English will be evaluated individually</p>		<p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">International applicants who originate from a country whose native language is English will be evaluated individually</p>

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 <p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">United States citizens, prior to admission to the professional nursing graduate degree program, must be legally licensed to practice nursing in one of the 50 states. Foreign citizens not legally licensed to practice nursing in the United States shall provide evidence that they have the equivalent of a baccalaureate or masters’ degree in nursing. Prior to enrollment in clinical courses, students must hold a Registered Nurse Licensure in the particular state/states in which they are participating.</p>
 ==English as a Second Language==
 <p style="margin-bottom:15px; max-width:70em !important;">Applicants whose language of nurture is not English must present current (within the last two years) scores from instruments that measure listening, structure, reading, writing and oral communication competency in the English Language. The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the Pearson Test of English (PTE, the International English Language Testing Systems (IELTS) or Duolingo are acceptable examinations to demonstrate English language competency.</p>