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Contact the School of Nursing

Email:
nursing​@nau.edu
Call:
928-523-2671

Frequently asked questions

NAU School of Nursing FAQs

These are frequently asked questions that have been answered by Nursing faculty. These questions for the School of Nursing are common and may be helpful to those interested in the NAU School of Nursing.

Admissions and application process

How many students are admitted to the School of Nursing’s programs? Accordion Closed

Traditional: 30 students admitted

Accelerated: 30 students admitted

Tucson: 20 students admitted

Yuma: 30 students admitted

American Indian Program: 10 students admitted

Does the School of Nursing have a separate application, and where can I find it? Accordion Closed

Yes, after applying to Northern Arizona University, there is a separate application to the School of Nursing for each program that can be found on the Nursing admissions overview page.

What are the deadlines for applications to the School of Nursing? Accordion Closed

For the Traditional program:

Spring (January)

September 15th

Fall (August)

March 25th

For the Accelerated program:

Summer (May)
January 15th

Information on the HESI A2 Admissions Exam Accordion Closed

School of nursing requires the HESI A2 exam for applying to the traditional and AIP BSN programs.

Accelerated students for the summer 2023 application cycle will still be required to complete the Kaplan Nursing Exam.

HESI A2 Entrance Exam Section Number of Questions Allotted Time
Anatomy & Physiology (A&P) 30 questions 25 minutes
Grammar 55 questions 50 minutes
Reading Comprehension 55 questions 60 minutes
Vocabulary & General Knowledge 55 questions 50 minutes
Math 55 questions 50 minutes
*Learning Style 14 questions 15 minutes
*Personality Style 15 questions 15 minutes

*Applicants are required to complete the learning/personality style questions within the HESI A2 exam, but the results will not be a factor in the admissions decision. The learning/personality style results will be used to support and guide learning within the School of Nursing program.

To help prepare for the HESI A2 Admissions exam, we recommend:

Admission Assessment Exam Review, 5th Edition (2021-2022)

ISBN: 9780323582261

More information on how to register for the HESI A2 Exam will be available in the coming weeks.

Can I reapply to the program if I do not get in? Accordion Closed

Yes, if you were not accepted, then you can wait until next application cycle to reapply.

How do I get my transcripts evaluated for prerequisites? Accordion Closed

Visit https://jackspath.nau.edu/ to see how your courses from another institution will transfer to NAU.

Program information

What campuses are the nursing programs offered at? Can I apply to more than one campus? Accordion Closed

The Traditional BSN program is offered in Flagstaff, Yuma, Tucson, and the American Indian Program is located in Tuba City.

The Accelerated program is offered in Flagstaff.

For Online/CEP/RN-BSN programs please contact online.nursing@nau.edu.

You can have a first choice and a second choice for what campus you want for the traditional BSN program.

The AIP campus has a separate application and is only available during the fall application cycle.

How long does the program take? Accordion Closed

The first three semesters are spent as a pre-nursing student completing prerequisites. upon which you will apply to the Professional Program.

The Professional Program is a five-semester sequence of courses building on prerequisite course requirements leading to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Who do I contact for information on the CEP/RN-BSN program? Accordion Closed

For information on the RN-BSN or CEP program please contact online.nursing@nau.edu.

Is the School of Nursing accredited? Accordion Closed

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, and Doctor of Nursing Practice program at Northern Arizona University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

The post-graduate APRN certificate program in nursing at Northern Arizona University is pursuing initial accreditation by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. Applying for accreditation does not guarantee that accreditation will be granted.

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education

655 K Street, NW, Suite 750

Washington, DC 20001

202-887-6791

http://www.ccneaccreditation.org

What is the NCLEX pass rates? Accordion Closed

NCLEX pass rates of over 90%!

FNP licensure pass rates of over 90%!

What is the cost of attendance? Accordion Closed

University tuition and fees are managed by Student and Departmental Account Services. The university also manages the college fees students are required to pay.

Can I study abroad? Accordion Closed

The School of Nursing has several study abroad options, for more information visit our study abroad page.

Student resources

Are there any clubs or organizations for pre-nursing students? Accordion Closed

The Student Nurses’ Association (SNA) of Northern Arizona University is a student organization comprised of all university pre-nursing and nursing students, and is governed by an executive board under the supervision of a faculty advisor.

Are there any scholarships for nursing students? Accordion Closed

Scholarships for nursing students can be found on our scholarships page.

How do I set up an appointment with a nursing advisor? Accordion Closed

If you are a current student of NAU, please set up an appointment with our online appointment scheduler.

If you are not currently a student at NAU, please email nursing.advising@nau.edu or call Gateway Advising at (928)523-4772.

School of Nursing
Location
Room 211 Building 72
Nursing Sciences Bld #72
202 E. Pine Knoll Dr.
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Mailing Address
202 E. Pine Knoll Dr. Box 15035
Flagstaff, Arizona 86011
Contact Form
Email
nursing@nau.edu
Phone
928-523-2671
Fax
928-523-7171