In addition to typical requirements for Freshmen admission, consideration for the 2+2 Pre-Nursing program also requires the completion of high school laboratory chemistry and biology with a B or better. Those admitted to the pre-Nursing program generally have at least a 3.6 GPA in a strong college preparatory program in high school.  SAT sub scores of 500 or above or ACT reasoning score of 22 is preferred.

Progression

Freshmen students may progress in the 2+2 major at the end of their first semester if they have passed (with a B or above) Introduction to Biology (Bio 10/11) and Introduction to Psychology (Psych 1)and Math 4. A GPA of at least 3.0 by the end of the first semester is also required. 

Students must obtain a B or above in all courses required by the California Board of Registered Nursing (including science, psychology, english, and communication courses).  Students will meet with the director of the 2+2 Nursing program each semester to review GPA and progression status. Sophomores must have a 3.0 major GPA by the end of their first semester to remain in the major and to transfer to Samuel Merritt University.