Illinois State University
Traditional BSN · Normal, IL
Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- 2.50
- Min. Science GPA
- Not specified
- Entrance Exam
- None required
- Min. Exam Score
- Not specified
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Freshmen priority Aug 1 to Nov 1; transfers priority Jan 15 (application closes Jan 31); decisions early to mid March
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Illinois State Mennonite College of Nursing traditional pre-licensure BSN. Minimum 2.50 cumulative GPA (middle-50 percent admitted range about 3.07 to 3.65). Prerequisites include A&P I/II, microbiology, chemistry, statistics, nutrition, and lifespan development psychology. No entrance exam or Casper listed. Verified from official Mennonite College of Nursing prelicensure admissions page (2026-06-27).
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Frequently asked questions about Illinois State University's nursing program
What is the minimum GPA required for Illinois State University's BSN program?
Illinois State University's Traditional BSN program requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 for admission.
Is there an entrance exam required for the BSN program at Illinois State University?
No, Illinois State University's Traditional BSN program does not require any entrance exam for admission.
What prerequisites do I need to complete for Illinois State University's nursing program?
To apply for the Traditional BSN program at Illinois State University, you need to complete prerequisites including Anatomy and Physiology I and II, microbiology, chemistry, statistics, nutrition, and lifespan development psychology.
When is the application deadline for the BSN program at Illinois State University?
For freshmen, the priority application deadline for Illinois State University's BSN program is from August 1 to November 1. For transfer students, the priority deadline is January 15, and the application closes on January 31.
How competitive is admission to the Traditional BSN program at Illinois State University?
Admission to the Traditional BSN program at Illinois State University can be competitive, with the middle 50 percent of admitted students having GPAs ranging from about 3.07 to 3.65.
How do I apply to the BSN program at Illinois State University?
To apply for the Traditional BSN program at Illinois State University, you need to apply to the university as a first-year or transfer student during the specified application periods.
Where can I find more information about Illinois State University's nursing program admissions?
For more details about the admissions process for the Traditional BSN program, you can visit the official admissions page of the Mennonite College of Nursing at Illinois State University.
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