Henderson State University
BSN Program · Arkadelphia, AR
Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- Not specified
- Min. Science GPA
- 2.70
- Entrance Exam
- TEAS
- Min. Exam Score
- 60%
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- February 28 (applications open December 15)
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Nursing GPA across 8 prerequisite courses must be 2.7+, rising to 2.75 for 2028 admissions. Prereqs are A&P I/II, General Chemistry, Microbiology, Nutrition, plus College Algebra/Quantitative Literacy (not Statistics), General Psychology, Sociology, and Oral Communication (not English Comp). TEAS score of 60%+ strongly recommended; competitive ranking by nursing GPA and TEAS. Verified from official admission policy (2026-06-23).
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Frequently asked questions about Henderson State University's nursing program
Is Henderson State University's nursing program direct-admit?
No, Henderson State University's BSN program is not direct-admit. Admission is competitive, based on your nursing GPA across the prerequisite courses and your TEAS score.
What GPA do I need for the BSN program at Henderson State University?
You need a minimum nursing GPA of 2.7 across the eight prerequisite courses for admission to the BSN program at Henderson State University. For 2028 admissions, this requirement will increase to 2.75.
What entrance exam is required for Henderson State University's nursing program?
Henderson State University requires the TEAS exam for admission to the BSN program, with a minimum score of 60% strongly recommended.
What are the prerequisite courses for the BSN program at Henderson State University?
The prerequisite courses for Henderson State University's BSN program include Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Microbiology, General Chemistry, Nutrition, College Algebra or Quantitative Literacy, General Psychology, Sociology, and Oral Communication.
When is the application deadline for the BSN program at Henderson State University?
The application deadline for the BSN program at Henderson State University is February 28, with applications opening on December 15.
How competitive is admission to Henderson State University's nursing program?
Admission to Henderson State University's BSN program is competitive, as it is based on a ranking determined by nursing GPA across the prerequisite courses and the TEAS exam scores.
How do I apply to the BSN program at Henderson State University?
To apply to the BSN program at Henderson State University, you need to follow the official application process outlined on their admissions page, which includes meeting the prerequisite requirements and submitting your TEAS score.
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