Admission Requirements  -
International Applicants

School of Nursing Admission Requirements for International Applicants

1. Completion of a nursing bachelor's degree, if available in the country of origin. All non-English transcripts must be translated into English by a certified translator.
2. Scholastic record comparable to that reflected by a 3.0 GPA.
3. Completion of an introductory course in statistics.
4. Completion of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) for graduates of foreign schools whose academic language is not English. The minimum TOEFL score is 80 (22 is the minumun writing section score). Proficiency in spoken and written English is mandatory.
5. International students should be licensed in their country of origin. If they are going to perform direct patient care activities locally, they will need to obtain California registered nurse licensure also.
6. One year of recent work experience as a registered nurse related to the prospective field of study.
7. Computer proficiency is highly recommended
   (especially word processing and internet skills).

Information Resources

Important Information for International Students

Office of International Students and Scholars

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