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GRADUATE NURSING APPLICATION DOWNLOAD PAGE

APPLICATION DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS:
Use the following links to download and print the necessary application forms. The forms are provided in PDF format and can only be read using Acrobat Reader. To download a free copy, visit the Acrobat Reader web page.

Please print and carefully follow the steps outlined below.

STEP 1: Download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat. Reboot your computer after installing Adobe Acrobat Reader.

NOTE: Your browser must be one of the following: Internet Explorer 4.x and
above or Netscape 6.x.

STEP 2: Save the following PDF forms on your computer:
  • Application Checklist (73KB)
    This checklist is provided to assist you in collecting the materials required for completing the application for admission.
  • Application FILL-IN PDF (150KB)
    Western University of Health Sciences, College of Graduate Nursing application for admission.
  • Reference Form (47KB)
    To be completed by the individuals you have selected as references and submitted with your admissions packet.
  • Worksheet For Non-BSN Degree Applicants (34KB)
    This worksheet is for applicants who do not have a BSN prior to applying

Here are some easy steps to save a PDF form on your computer:
1) Right click on the PDF link
2) Select 'Save Target as'
3) Choose a directory where you will save the PDF file
(a good spot is your desktop for easy access)
4) Select 'Save' to save the file on your computer.

Tips for navigating the PDF forms:
1) TAB key moves you from one field to another
2) SPACEBAR selects a Yes/No field

STEP 3: Open and print the Application Checklist and follow the step-by-step instructions. Use this as a guide in the organization of your application packet.
You may also wish to print blank copies of all forms and complete your first draft by hand.

NOTE: The information entered into the PDF forms below cannot be saved! Do not close the forms unless you are completely done and satisfied with the printed result. Leave the forms open and complete each in one sitting.

STEP 4: Open and complete the Admissions Application that you just saved on your computer.

STEP 5: Print the completed Admissions Application and proofread. Make any necessary adjustments and print your revised final draft.

STEP 6: Open and complete the Worksheet for the Non BSN Degree Applicant (if applicble) that you just saved on
your computer.

STEP 7: Open and print three copies of the Reference Form that you saved on your computer. Please read and sign the waiver section on each form and distribute one form to each of your three evaluators/references. You must collect hard copies of completed evaluations from each reference for inclusion in your single application packet.

SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION

Your complete application packet must be postmarked no later than March 1, 2008 to be considered in this application cycle. Retain copies of all submitted materials for your records, as applications become the property of Western University of Health Sciences upon submission.

Applicants with Foreign Course Work

Applicants who wish to use course work completed outside the United States to meet the admission requirements, must submit transcripts for evaluation to one of the services provided on the following list. The evaluation must be included with the application packet.
Last Updated:04/16/2008