The School of Nursing offers direct admission to the nursing program for first-year students entering UNCG. Upon acceptance, you will secure your entry to the program, complete the required prerequisite courses, and then proceed directly into the nursing major studies in your sophomore year.

Direct Admission to Nursing for First-Year Students is Competitive

• Applicants are in the top 50% of their high school class.
• Minimum high school GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale.
• Transfer students are not eligible for Direct Admission.

Progression to Upper Division Nursing Courses

• Maintain an overall grade point average of 2.8 or higher.
• Freshmen admit students must maintain a letter grade of C or above in all nursing prerequisite courses.
• Students can repeat two nursing prerequisite courses in which they earn less than a C.
• Prerequisite courses may be repeated only once.
• Students who earn less than a C in three or more nursing prerequisite and/or science courses will be dismissed from the nursing program and will be advised to select a different major.
• Prior to starting upper division nursing courses, First Year Direct Admits along with transfer admits must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check and a negative urine drug screen and other SON requirements to participate in clinical experiences.