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Here you can download applications to the programs we offer at the PLU School of Nursing.

Before you begin the application process, please read the program information and admission requirements:
» BSN Admission Requirements
» MSN Admission Requirements
» Entry-Level MSN Admission Requirements

We encourage you to attend an information session to learn more about the programs.

Quick Links to Applications ...

Undergraduate
»  Basic BSN
»  LPN to BSN Bridge
Graduate
»  MSN (for BSN prepared RNs)
»  Entry-Level MSN

* All materials are in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format

Undergraduate - Bachelor of Science in Nursing

To request an application to be sent to you by mail, contact the School of Nursing (Phone: 253-535-7672, E-mail).

Basic BSN Program:

 * * * APPLICATIONS TO THE 2009-2010 BSN & LPN to BSN PROGRAMS * * *
ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS
»  Application Priority Deadline: 
 February 1

Priority Deadline: For admission to 2009-2010 academic year, the priority deadline was February 1, 2009. We will still accept applications after the priority deadline.  All on-time applications will be given priority consideration.


»  Program Start Dates:
 Fall (September), Spring (February), Summer (June) when available


»   Application Instructions:
                                                           
  1. Apply to Pacific Lutheran University (if you are not a current PLU student). Start your PLU application online today!

  2. Download & Print (or request) the BSN application packet:
  3. Mail all application materials to:

        Pacific Lutheran University
        School of Nursing
        Attn: BSN Application
        Tacoma, WA 98447


LPN to BSN Program:


»  Application Priority Deadline: February 1
Priority Deadline: For admission to 2009-2010 academic year, the priority deadline was February 1, 2009. We will still accept applications after the priority deadline.  All on-time applications will be given priority consideration.


»  Program Start Dates: Fall (September), Spring (February), Summer (June) when available


»   Application Instructions:
                                        
  1. Apply to Pacific Lutheran University (if you are not a current PLU student). Start your PLU application online today!

  2. Download & Print the LPN to BSN application packet:
  1. Mail LPN to BSN application materials to:
        Pacific Lutheran University
        School of Nursing
        Attn: BSN Application
        Tacoma, WA 98447

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Graduate - Master of Science in Nursing

To request an application to be sent to you by mail, contact the School of Nursing (Phone: 253-535-7672, E-mail).

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) Program

    For BSN-prepared Registered Nurses
» Application Priority Deadline:
 Rolling Admissions
Apply by March 1st for priority consideration for financial aid.


»  Program Start Date:
                                             
Fall Semester
(January-Term or Spring start is offered on a space-available basis; contact us for more information)


»  Application Instructions:
                                   
Download & Print (or request) application materials from the School of Nursing:

    1. PLU Graduate Application - complete Online or download forms from the Graduate Admissions website

    2. School of Nursing Graduate Application Addenda Packet 
      These forms (in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format) may be completed on the computer, or printed and completed by hand. Additional documentation may be required; read all directions carefully.

Submit all application materials to:
Office of Admission
Attn: Graduate Admission
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA 98447-0003

Entry-Level Master of Science in Nursing (ELMSN) Program:

    For those with a bachelors degree in a field other than nursing

 * * * APPLICATIONS TO THE 2009 ELMSN PROGRAM * * *
ARE STILL BEING ACCEPTED ON A ROLLING BASIS
»  Application Priority Deadline:
November 15
Priority Deadline: For admission to summer 2009, the priority deadline was November 15, 2008. We will still accept applications after the priority deadline; please call 253-535-7672 before submitting a late application.  All on-time applications will be given priority consideration.


»  Program Start Date: June 15, 2009; approximately mid-June for future years


»  Application Instructions:
                                               		Download & Print (or request) the following application materials from the School of Nursing:

  1. PLU Graduate Application - complete Online or download forms from the Graduate Admissions website

  2. School of Nursing Graduate Application Addenda Packet
    These forms (in Adobe Acrobat .pdf format) may be completed on the computer, or printed and completed by hand. Additional documentation may be required; read all directions carefully.

Submit all application materials to:
Office of Admission
Attn: Graduate Admission
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, WA 98447-0003

RN to BSN to MSN Program:

    For ADN-prepared Registered Nurses
    Please contact the School of Nursing office for an application.

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* All applications are in Adobe Acrobat (.pdf) format. If you have difficulty viewing them, please ensure that your computer has Acrobat Reader installed (most newer computers do). You can download the reader by clicking here. If you still cannot access the applications, please contact us and we will send you one through the mail.