Apply to the BSN Upper Division

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program

Admission to the BSN Upper Division Program is competitive

  • Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee admission
  • Applicants are ranked based on established admission criteria to include:
    • Minimum overall grade point average of 2.8 in prerequisite courses
    • Minimum Math/Science GPA of 2.8 in prerequisite courses
    • Kaplan Entrance Exam score
    • Other factors as outlined by the School of Nursing

Upper Division Application Information

Application Periods:

  • Spring – January 1 – January 30
  • Fall – September 1 – September 30

University Admission Requirement

Before completing any steps toward the BSN Upper Division application, you must:

  • Be admitted to Fayetteville State University (FSU)
  • Have an assigned Banner ID and FSU email address

Apply for university admission here

Kaplan Entrance Exam Requirement (Required Before Applying)

Before submitting a BSN application, all applicants must complete the Kaplan Entrance Exam.

  • A minimum score of 65 or higher is required
  • Students cannot apply to the BSN Upper Division without a qualifying score

Kaplan Entrance Exam Instructions

The Kaplan Entrance Exam is administered on campus through the Student Testing Center.

Step 1: Register with Kaplan

Register here

Select: Semester Year ADM you are applying for (even if this is not your first attempt)

  • Create an account or log in using your FSU school email address
  • Check the box: “I do not know my test date”

Important Notes:

  • You must use your school email address when registering
  • If using a mobile device, verify your name appears correctly during registration
  • Contact program staff if you experience any registration issues

Step 2: Schedule Your Exam & Pay Testing Fee

  • Testing Center fee is $10.00

Schedule your exam here

Follow these steps:

  1. Select “Kaplan Nursing Exam” under Choose a Group
  2. Select “Kaplan Nursing Exam” under Choose an Exam
  3. Choose an available date and time
  4. Enter your personal information
  5. Click Add to Cart and complete registration
  • Testing Fee: $100.00
  • You will receive a confirmation email after registering

Testing Location:
Collins Building, Room 116

What to Bring:

  • School ID or driver’s license
  • Proof of payment (receipt)

How to Apply to the BSN Upper Division Program

Once you have completed the Kaplan requirement, follow these three required steps:

Step 1: Meet with Your Academic Advisor (Required)

During the application period, you are required to:

  • Meet with your academic advisor
  • Confirm you are on track to meet all prerequisite course requirements prior to the start of the program

This step is mandatory to ensure eligibility for the BSN program.

Step 2: Download and Complete the Application

Step 3: Submit Your Application

  • Click “Apply to BSN” and follow all instructions
  • Upload the following required documents:
    • Signed and completed application
    • Copy of DD214 or ID card for veterans/ active-duty military
    • Email Official transcript(s) to
      • Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be sent directly from the approved transcript service

Important Application Notes

  • You must be admitted to FSU and have a Banner ID and school email before proceeding
  • The Kaplan Entrance Exam must be completed with a score of 65 or higher before applying
  • Meeting with your academic advisor during the application period is required
  • All required documents must be uploaded during Step 3
  • Incomplete applications will not be reviewed

Contact Information

Prospective Students (Admission Questions)

For admission-related questions, please email schoolofnursing@uncfsu.edu using your FSU email account. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response.

Admitted Students

Once you have been admitted to the FSU School of Nursing, please contact hhbartlett@uncfsu.edu, Prelicensure Coordinator, using your FSU email account. Please allow up to 24 hours for a response.