GEPN Application Qualifications

Minimum Requirements for Application to the GEPN Program

• minimum college-level cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
• minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale for the last 90 graded quarter credits
• completion of a baccalaureate degree before GEPN enrollment begins, including:
  • a minimum grade of 3.0 in all prerequisite courses
  • completion of at least 3 of the Natural World required prerequisites
  • enrollment in a fourth Natural World course if only 3 have been completed
• 100 hours volunteer or paid healthcare experience in one setting for a minimum of 3 months highly recommended
• meeting Essential Behaviors for undergraduate students
• meeting Essential Behaviors for graduate students
• if applicable, adequate TOEFL/TSE scores

Required Application Materials
Download the GEPN Application Instructions, where you will find more detailed information about the following required application materials:

1. Online GEPN application (Available August 2009), including:
   • School of Nursing Supplemental Form
   • GEPN Prerequisites Form
2. resume
3. three (3) letters of recommendation
4. responses to admissions questions
5. scholarly writing sample (DNP and PhD only)
6. criminal history background check
7. official transcripts from all post-secondary schools attended
8. copies of English competency scores (if applicable)