California State University, Sacramento
Traditional BSN · Sacramento, CA
Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- Not specified
- Min. Science GPA
- 3.00
- Entrance Exam
- TEAS
- Min. Exam Score
- 75%
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Fall: Feb 1 to Mar 1; Spring: Sep 1 to Oct 1
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Sacramento State Traditional Pre-Licensure BSN, competitive (up to 80 students per semester). Requires a minimum Science GPA of 3.0 and a Nursing GPA of 3.3 on the prerequisites and corequisites, an ATI TEAS of 75.0 percent (three attempts, any version), and C or better in prerequisites. Page states the program is not using Casper, TEAS only. Verified from official Sacramento State Traditional Pre-Licensure page (2026-06-26).
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Frequently asked questions about California State University, Sacramento's nursing program
Is California State University, Sacramento's nursing program direct-admit?
No, California State University, Sacramento's Traditional BSN program is not direct-admit. Admission is competitive, and students must meet specific GPA and exam requirements.
What GPA do you need for California State University, Sacramento's BSN program?
For the Traditional BSN program at California State University, Sacramento, you need a minimum Science GPA of 3.0 and a Nursing GPA of 3.3 on the prerequisites and corequisites.
Does California State University, Sacramento require the TEAS for nursing?
Yes, California State University, Sacramento requires the TEAS exam for admission to the Traditional BSN program. A minimum score of 75% is needed, and you can attempt the exam up to three times.
What are the application deadlines for California State University, Sacramento's BSN program?
For the Traditional BSN program at California State University, Sacramento, the application deadlines are from February 1 to March 1 for Fall admission, and from September 1 to October 1 for Spring admission.
What prerequisites does California State University, Sacramento require for the BSN program?
California State University, Sacramento requires several prerequisite courses for the Traditional BSN program, including Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, Microbiology, Chemistry, Statistics, Nutrition, Lifespan Development, and English Composition.
How competitive is admission to California State University, Sacramento's nursing program?
Admission to California State University, Sacramento's Traditional BSN program is competitive, with up to 80 students admitted per semester. Meeting the GPA and TEAS requirements is essential for consideration.
How do I apply to California State University, Sacramento's BSN program?
To apply for the Traditional BSN program at California State University, Sacramento, you must first apply to the university and then follow the specific application process outlined on their official admissions page.
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