 Many
more eligible applications are received
than spaces available.
 50
spaces are available.
 The
application period is once a year.
 The
application is available online from
January 2 until February 1.
 Applications
submitted after 4:00 pm on
February 1 will not be accepted.
 Incomplete
applications are not accepted.
 Requirements
must be completed in the Fall
Semester prior to applying to the nursing
program.
 All
prerequisite courses must be completed with
a C grade or better.
 Cumulative
GPA of prerequisite courses
must = 2.5 or better.
 Online
Application calculates GPA. You can also
calculate your GPA at:
http://csmresearch.smccdweb.net/GPAcal/calculatorV2.php
 Anatomy,
Physiology and Microbiology
= cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better
= no grade less than C
= no more than ONE repetition of any of these 3
courses. Repetition is only applicable if grade
is D or lower. Refer to the Repeat Policy on the
CSM Nursing website.
 No
expiration dates.
 No
recency requirements.
 Check

articulation grid for equivalency:
http://www.smccd.net/accounts/csmnursing/do
wnloads/rn_%20prereq.pdf
 Courses
listed on applications are checked
against unofficial transcripts.
 Highlight
courses on unofficial transcripts.
1.
Completion of Math 120 or Math 122 and
123 or equivalent; or

CSM Math Placement Test – placement into
Math 125 or higher.

Higher level math course is acceptable, e.g.,
Statistics, Calculus.

Claim catalog rights if continuously enrolled
within SMCCD prior to Fall 2009.
2.
Chemistry 410*. Note: Starting Fall 2012, only Chem 410* will
be accepted. Exception: SMCCD students who can claim
catalog rights prior to Fall 2011 may still use Chem 192 or 210.
3.
Biology 250 (Anatomy w/ Lab)*
4.
Biology 260 (Physiology w/ Lab)*
5.
Biology 240 (Microbiology w/ Lab)*
6.
English 100 (English Composition)*
7.
Psychology 100 (Introduction to Psychology)*
8.
Psychology 200 (Developmental Psychology)*
9.
Speech 100 or 120 or 150
10.
Sociology 100 (Introduction to Sociology) OR Anthropology 110
(Cultural Anthropology)*
* Successful completion of acceptable course equivalent. Refer to the NURSING
ARTICULATION GRID on the website:
http://www.smccd.net/accounts/csmnursing/downloads/rn_%20prereq.pdf
 All
applicants must complete the online
Nursing Program Information Session and
take the quiz with 100% score. Proof of
completion is not required; the Nursing
Department will automatically receive a list
of applicants who successfully complete the
quiz.

If you completed coursework outside SMCCD, check the
articulation grid. If the course is on the grid, it is
automatically approved as equivalent to the required
CSM course.

If the course is not listed, submit a copy of an approved
Course Substitution Petition.

For students who have completed or are completing 6
units within SMCCD, fill out the form at
http://www.smccd.net/accounts/csmforms/

If you are not a student enrolled within SMCCD, fill out
the
Nursing Pre-Application Evaluation Form
found on the Nursing
website. You must complete NPIS to utilize this service.

International coursework must be evaluated by an
approved transcript evaluation service.

Request a detailed evaluation from one of the
following services:
1.
International Education Research, Inc.:
www.ierf.org:
2.
World Education Service: www.wes.org
3.
Academic Credential Education Institute:
www.acei1.com

Upon receipt of the detailed evaluation from an
approved international transcript evaluation
service, request a CSM Transcript and Course
Substitution Petition. Refer to previous slides to
identify which form to complete.
 Submit
the application online prior to 4:00
pm on February 1 of each year.
 Incomplete
or late applications are not
reviewed nor accepted.

Unofficial transcripts for all courses indicated in
the application. Highlight courses for review.
Submit transcripts even if courses were taken
within SMCCD: College of San Mateo, Skyline
College, Cañada College.

If applicable, a copy of completed transcript
evaluation for courses not listed on the Nursing
Articulation grid.
 Submit
the application online at the CSM
Nursing website:
www.collegeofsanmateo.edu/nursing/
 Paper copies of the application are not
required. Submission should be online.
A
waiting list is not maintained.
 If
you are not admitted you must re-apply
the next year.
 The
office maintains application materials
for only one year.
 All
applicants are notified of their status by
U.S. Mail no later than May 1.

Applicants who have met the following criteria
will be selected by a computerized random
number selection:

All prerequisite courses completed at the time of
application with C grades or higher

2.5 GPA cumulative

2.5 subset GPA in Anatomy, Physiology and
Microbiology (following Repeat Policy guidelines)

Completed NPIS (Nursing Program Information
Session)
 See
Section 5 of the Nursing Program
Information Sheet.
 General
Education requirements must be met
for the Associate in Science Degree. For
students who already have a Bachelor's
Degree and complete the nursing major
requirement, an associate degree will be
awarded.

Complete General Education requirements for the
A.S. Degree in nursing:
Humanities, American Institutions,
California State and Local Government, Physical Education,
Information Competency. (See CSM catalog for details.)

Students who hold a bachelor’s degree will receive
the A.S. degree in nursing providing that the
student completes the nursing major course
requirements.

It is highly recommended that students take the
Reading Placement test and follow
recommendations.

All accepted candidates must take the ATI TEAS (Test
of Essential Academic Skills)Test.

The passing score is 62% composite for Version V. For
earlier versions, the passing score is 67%.

For a no-passing score, remediation is required. The
test is taken again the next year – if the applicant
passes – he/she will be admitted.

www.atitesting.com provides information about the
test.

The Board of Registered nursing website
www.rn.ca.gov contains information regarding
licensure.

Each student is responsible for his/her transportation
to outside agencies and clinical assignments.

The program takes priority over work schedules and
other family obligations. Be prepared to be flexible.

Nursing class and clinical hours vary from course to
course. You will be assigned a clinical section.

The cost of the program is approximately $5,000
for the first year and $4,500 for the second year.
This includes books, supplies, fees, and
uniforms.

All accepted applicants must complete a
background check, which includes drug testing.
In case of a hit or known offense, acceptance
depends on clinical agency placement approval
and BRN licensure approval.
You have completed the Nursing Program
Information Session Online.
Now take the quiz to complete the process.