Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Catalog Year 2025-2026

Based on VCCS Curriculum for SCIENCE

Transfer Guidance

Guaranteed Admission Agreement

• By completing a transferable associate degree with a 2.8 GPA, students meet the criteria for guaranteed admission into Radford University.

• Students must have at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA to be admitted into the Pre-Nursing major in the College of Nursing. Once admitted to Radford University, students will need to complete a second application for competitive admission to the Prelicensure BSN major.

• Earn a transferable associate degree.

• Earn a minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA for admission to Radford University.

• Earn a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA for admission to the Pre-Nursing major.

• Be in good standing at the current institution.

• Please visit the TransferVirginia.org portal to explore different majors (Transfer Tools) and Transfer Guides that outline course requirements for specific majors.

Important Links & Dates

• University Transfer Center: https://admissions.radford.edu

• Admission Application: By March 1 for Priority Fall Admission and November 1 for Priority Spring Admission at https://www.radford.edu/admissions/apply/index.html

• Financial Aid: https://www.radford.edu/fin-aid

• FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid: Priority deadline is March 1; apply online at https://studentaid.gov/

What Should I Consider When Selecting Courses?

• Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year. For help, see Transfer Steps and Resource Center at www.TransferVirginia.org.

• Connect with an advisor at your community college and Radford University within your first year. College Connect available in your account at www.TransferVirginia.org.

Is This Degree Right For Me?

• Registered nursing is both an art and science, allowing for one's individual skills and talents to develop while also implementing evidence-based practice in a clinical setting.

• Nurses are trusted and respected members of healthcare teams who work across disciplines to provide care for patients in a variety of situations.

What Is The Impact On My Degree Of Work I Have Already Completed?

• Associate Transfer Degree Completion: The completion of the transfer-oriented degree program will satisfy the REAL Curriculum (lower division/general education) requirements. Students will need to complete all other University, college, and departmental requirements in order to obtain the baccalaureate degree from RU.

• Dual Enrollment – Completion of Associate Degree in HS: Students completing the associate degree in high school should apply using the freshman application. If admitted, the student will receive the benefits associated with the transferable associate degree (as noted prior).

• Credit for Prior Learning: AP, IB, and CLEP will be evaluated for credits (based on receipt and evaluation of scores). See https://catalog.radford.edu/content.php?catoid=55&navoid=2617

• Catalog Year: Students will be subject to the catalog in effect at the time of enrollment at RU unless otherwise requested.

Is This College Right For Me?

• Main campus is located in the city of Radford and our Radford University Carilion campus is located in Roanoke. RU is well-known for strong faculty/student bonds, vibrant student life and a commitment to student support.

• Situated in the stunning landscape of southwest Virginia, there are plenty of nearby opportunities to explore the outdoors.

• With 70+ bachelor's degree programs across a variety of disciplines, the classes at Radford are hands-on and designed to help you prepare for your chosen career path.

• Transfer students have the option to live on-campus or off-campus within the local area.

• Over 80% of students receive some form of financial aid.

• 16 Division I teams and 300+ student organizations.

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

Did You Know That…

• Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree?

• 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 Radford University?

What Can I Do With This Degree?

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

Program Successes & Highlights

• The only public College of Nursing in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

• State-of-the-art and world-ranked clinical simulation centers.

• NCLEX scores above national average.

What Are My Chances For Getting Accepted?

• All entering transfer students apply into Pre-Nursing and complete the College of Nursing upper division application once pre-requisite requirements are met. Application deadlines are posted on the College of Nursing website.

• Of students who apply, about 80% of the entering transfer class comes from the Virginia Community College System.

• Learn more about applying at www.TransferVirginia.org

Do More With Your Degree!

• Completion of a BSN affords a variety of career opportunities such as positions within leadership, case management, public health/community, hospice, home health, and more.

Other Than Classes, Are There Other Program Requirements?

• Students must complete all requirements for clinical clearance (as directed).

• Students are required to follow all Radford University College of Nursing Undergraduate and Prelicensure BSN policies.

• Students can review additional program information at https://www.radford.edu/nursing/