Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- 3.00
- Min. Science GPA
- Not specified
- Entrance Exam
- TEAS
- Min. Exam Score
- Not specified
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Autumn (Sep start): Feb 1 application / Mar 1 documents; Winter (Jan start): Jul 1 / Aug 1; Spring (Mar start): Oct 1 / Nov 1
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Loma Linda standard (generic) pre-licensure BS in Nursing on a quarter system requiring a 3.0 cumulative and prerequisite GPA, with all prerequisites (A&P, microbiology, chemistry, algebra/statistics, nutrition, English composition, psychology/lifespan) completed at C or better. As a Seventh-day Adventist institution it requires 10 units of religion during enrollment, plus a personal statement, three recommendations, and an interview. TEAS and a critical-thinking pre-entrance exam are required, though no minimum score is published on the official catalog page. Verified from official LLU catalog Nursing B.S. (standard) page (2026-06-27).
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Frequently asked questions about Loma Linda University's nursing program
What is the application process for Loma Linda University's Traditional BSN program?
To apply for Loma Linda University's Traditional BSN program, you must submit your application by February 1 for the Autumn start, July 1 for the Winter start, or October 1 for the Spring start. You will also need to provide supporting documents by March 1, August 1, or November 1, respectively.
Does Loma Linda University require a minimum GPA for admission to the Traditional BSN program?
Yes, Loma Linda University requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for admission to its Traditional BSN program. This GPA requirement also applies to the prerequisite courses.
What entrance exams are required for Loma Linda University's BSN program?
Loma Linda University requires the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) and a critical-thinking pre-entrance exam for admission to the Traditional BSN program. However, there is no published minimum score for these exams.
What prerequisites must I complete for Loma Linda University's Traditional BSN program?
For admission to the Traditional BSN program at Loma Linda University, you need to complete several prerequisite courses, including Anatomy and Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Chemistry, Statistics, Nutrition, Lifespan Psychology, and English Composition, all with a grade of C or better.
Is there an interview process for Loma Linda University's Traditional BSN program?
Yes, Loma Linda University requires an interview as part of the admission process for its Traditional BSN program. Additionally, you will need to submit a personal statement and three recommendations.
How does Loma Linda University's BSN program incorporate religious education?
As a Seventh-day Adventist institution, Loma Linda University requires students to complete 10 units of religion during their enrollment in the Traditional BSN program.
When can I start the Traditional BSN program at Loma Linda University?
Loma Linda University's Traditional BSN program offers three start times: Autumn (September), Winter (January), and Spring (March), with specific application deadlines for each term.
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