Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Catalog Year 2026-2028

Based on VCCS Curriculum for ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN NURSING

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement Requirements

• A cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher on a four-point scale, with preferred GPA of 3.0 or higher, computed as shown on the two-year institution transcript.

• Earn a grade of "C" (2.0) or higher in each community college course.

• Disciplinary records are reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis and could affect the student's eligibility.

• Students must complete an Applied Science in Nursing degree through the VCCS with at least 60 credits.

• Submit to the LU Admissions Office an official transcript showing completion of the applicable associate's degree. Until LU receives the official transcript showing degree conferred, the terms of the GPAA will not be applied.

• See the VCCS Transfer Programs page for more details in our Guaranteed Program Admission Agreement: https://www.vccs.edu/transfer-programs/ 

Important Links & Dates:

• University Transfer Center: http://www.longwood.edu/admissions/transfer-students/ 

• Register Intent to Transfer: After the first 15 credits completed at TransferVirginia.org

• Admission Application: By December 1 for spring admission and by March 1 for fall admission, although we continue to review applications after the March 1 date. Apply at http://www.longwood.edu/apply/ 

• Financial Aid: http://www.longwood.edu/financialaid/ 

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: The FAFSA priority filing deadline is March 1. We recommend filing early to ensure you receive the maximum amount of aid at www.studentaid.gov 

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses and pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center (www.TransferVirginia.org).

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and Longwood University within your first year. Use the College Connect feature in the portal (www.TransferVirginia.org).

• Students interested in a minor should plan to take preliminary coursework as available.

• Timely completion will be facilitated by an understanding of Longwood's BSN in Nursing and appropriate course selections while at the community college.

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• Longwood Nursing is among the top programs in Virginia, and across the country. The program is ranked #2 in Virginia by RegisteredNursing.org and continues to be ranked among the top 10 BSN Programs in the Southeast by NursingProcess.org. In its 2026 rankings, RegisteredNursing.org noted Longwood's exceptional 99.32 percent average NCLEX pass rate.

• Longwood's nursing graduates have gone on to careers in surgical trauma, labor and delivery and emergency care, and more at some of the top hospitals in the country. Earlier this year, Longwood won a national award for excellence in core learning outcomes due to high survey scores related to core nursing knowledge.

What Is the Impact on My Degree of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Credit for Prior Learning: LU accepts credit for CLEP, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge, military training/experience, or other forms of advanced standing, which will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Students must present documentation from the original agency or experience as part of a course-by-course credit evaluation to determine applicability to specific coursework or major requirements.

• Catalog Year: In accord with state policy, students may choose the catalog in effect at the time they enroll at Longwood or the one that applies to continuous full-time students at their class level.

• Dual Enrollment – Completion of Associate Degree in HS: High school students who have earned the Applied Science in Nursing associate's degree concurrent with high school graduation are not eligible for guaranteed program admission under the terms of this agreement. Such students are considered freshman applicants with transfer credit. If admitted, no distinction will be made by LU regarding college courses applicable to the transferable associate's degree that are completed through dual enrollment.

Is This College Right For Me?

• Longwood is a mid-sized university where students enjoy the highest percentage of classes taught by full-time professors in Virginia and a residential academic community that offers students the full university experience.

• Our Civitae Core Curriculum classes are capped at 25 students, and class sizes throughout our majors, minors, and concentrations encourage faculty-student collaboration.

• Opportunities for student involvement are a hallmark of the Longwood experience. From service organizations, Greek life, club sports, and a long list of clubs based on interests and activities, there is something for everyone. Each semester, an involvement fair helps students find organizations that are the right fit for them to make their time at Longwood even more meaningful.

• With seven on-campus residence halls and two university-managed apartment complexes, students live, learn, and grow together in a true community.

  • Learn more about our college at www.TransferVirginia.org

Did You Know That…

• Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at Longwood University?

What Can I Do With This Degree?

Explore possible careers, salaries, and job outlook at www.TransferVirginia.org

Program Successes & Highlights

• Longwood's Nursing program has consistently achieved success rates for the first-time pass rate of the NCLEX test of over 90%, with multiple years at 100%, most recently in 2025.

What Are My Chances for Getting Accepted?

If you apply through general application, you will be considered for admission with all other transfer applicants.

Learn more about applying at www.TransferVirginia.org or at https://www.longwood.edu/admissions/transfer-students/

Do More With Your Degree!

• Longwood Nursing's approach to integrating diverse learning experiences and enhancing student success means that students are well-prepared for the complexities of the nursing profession and well-equipped with essential knowledge and skills.

• Longwood's nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• This degree program requires multiple field experiences.

• Students will need their own transportation for clinical field experiences.