Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- 3.00
- Min. Science GPA
- Not specified
- Entrance Exam
- None required
- Min. Exam Score
- Not specified
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Last Friday of January (Nursing Application Form, freshman year)
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Apply as Pre-Nursing; reviewed for the nursing major in spring of freshman year via a Nursing Application Form due the last Friday of January. Requires a 3.0 cumulative GPA and completion (grade C or higher) of Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Developmental Psychology, and Freshman English. Guaranteed direct admission for HS seniors with a 3.5 GPA, or 3.2 GPA + ACT 22. No entrance exam or CASPer. Verified from official Otterbein BSN/nursing pages (2026-06-27).
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Frequently asked questions about Otterbein University's nursing program
Is Otterbein University's BSN program direct-admit?
Yes, Otterbein University's Traditional BSN program is a direct-admit program. You apply as a Pre-Nursing student and are reviewed for the nursing major in the spring of your freshman year.
What are the prerequisites for Otterbein University's BSN program?
To be eligible for the Traditional BSN program at Otterbein University, you need to complete Chemistry, Anatomy & Physiology I & II, Developmental Psychology, and Freshman English with a grade of C or higher.
What is the minimum GPA required for admission to the BSN program at Otterbein University?
Otterbein University requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 for admission to the Traditional BSN program.
When is the application deadline for Otterbein University's nursing program?
The application deadline for the Traditional BSN program at Otterbein University is the last Friday of January during your freshman year.
Does Otterbein University require an entrance exam for the BSN program?
No, Otterbein University does not require any entrance exam for admission to the Traditional BSN program.
How competitive is admission to Otterbein University's BSN program?
Admission to Otterbein University's Traditional BSN program is competitive, especially for high school seniors. Those with a 3.5 GPA or a 3.2 GPA plus an ACT score of 22 are guaranteed direct admission.
How do I apply to the Traditional BSN program at Otterbein University?
To apply to the Traditional BSN program at Otterbein University, you need to submit the Nursing Application Form as a Pre-Nursing student by the last Friday of January of your freshman year.
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