STEPS TO APPLY TO THE NURSING PROGRAM
1. Submit an application to the college.
http://www.jtcc.edu/admissions/get-started-at-tyler/
2. Complete developmental testing as required or show proof of college level English and Math
when you visit counseling.
http://jtcc.edu/services/testing-centers/placement-testing-schedules/
3. See a counselor for initial course planning, curriculum placement, and assignment to a nursing
advisor.
http://www.jtcc.edu/services/counseling-and-student-success-centers/
4. Submit official transcripts from high school and colleges attended.
5. Review the transfer credit policies and submit a Transfer Credit Form if applicable.
http://www.jtcc.edu/admissions/steps-for-admission/transfer-student/transfer-student-seeking-adegree-or-certificate
6. Enroll in or complete all 1st semester courses* and any developmental courses indicated by
testing. The 5 courses are:
BIO 141
ENG 111
MTH 158
PSY 230
SDV 100 or 101
*Some substitutions and waivers are allowed. All course attempts within 5 years are considered.
Math and science courses must be within 10 years old to qualify. Contact your nursing advisor for
more information.
7. Complete the TEAS Test with the required minimum scores.
(http://www.jtcc.edu/downloads/academics/Nursing_TEAS_FAQ.pdf)
8. Attend an Information Session at least 6 months prior to applying to the program. The schedule
can be found at http://www.jtcc.edu/academics/academic-programs/associate-of-applied-sciencedegree/nursing .
9. Review Eligibility Requirements:
 Completion of or current enrollment in all prerequisite courses; C or better required
 Overall GPA of 2.0
 Curricular GPA of 2.5
 Minimum of 45th percentile rank (national) in the overall and in all content areas of the of
the TEAS test.
 Documented attendance to an Information Session within 6 months
10. Submit an application, copy of TEAS scores, transfer credit report and personal statement to
nursingapplications@jtcc.edu . Details regarding the personal statement can be found on the
application. All applications must be received before midnight of the last day of the application
period. Late or incomplete application documents will not be accepted.
April 2015