Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- 3.30
- Min. Science GPA
- Not specified
- Entrance Exam
- TEAS
- Min. Exam Score
- 72%
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Junior-level entry; application opens Aug 6; priority deadline Mar 1; extended deadline May 31
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Saint Leo University traditional 4-year Direct-Entry Freshman pre-licensure BSN (arts/sciences years 1-2, nursing major years 3-4); not the RN-to-BSN or ABSN path. Min 3.30 cumulative GPA to enter the nursing major; ATI TEAS via NursingCAS, min composite 72. Pre-junior prerequisites: A&P I/II, Microbiology, Statistics, Human Growth & Development, English Comp; chemistry is not in the curriculum plan; Nutrition (NUR 303) sits within the major rather than as a pre-admission prereq. Verified from official Saint Leo BSN page + Curriculum Plan PDF (2026-06-28).
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Frequently asked questions about Saint Leo University's nursing program
What is the admission model for Saint Leo University's BSN program?
Saint Leo University's Traditional BSN program is a direct-admit program for first-year students. You apply to the university as a first-year student.
What GPA do you need to enter the nursing major at Saint Leo University?
To enter the nursing major at Saint Leo University, you need a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.3.
Does Saint Leo University require an entrance exam for the BSN program?
Yes, Saint Leo University requires the ATI TEAS exam for its BSN program, with a minimum composite score of 72%.
What prerequisite courses are needed for admission to the BSN program at Saint Leo University?
Saint Leo University requires the following prerequisite courses: Anatomy & Physiology I and II, Microbiology, Statistics, Lifespan Development, and English Composition.
When is the application deadline for the BSN program at Saint Leo University?
The application for the BSN program at Saint Leo University opens on August 6. The priority deadline is March 1, and the extended deadline is May 31.
Is chemistry a prerequisite for the BSN program at Saint Leo University?
No, chemistry is not included in the prerequisite courses for Saint Leo University's BSN program.
How does the curriculum for the BSN program at Saint Leo University work?
The curriculum for Saint Leo University's Traditional BSN program consists of two years of arts and sciences followed by two years focused on nursing major courses.
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