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University of Pennsylvania

BSN · Philadelphia, PA

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No profileRequirements partially verified, see note belowVerified June 25, 2026
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Program Requirements

Min. Overall GPA
3.30(reasonable estimate)
Min. Science GPA
Not specified
Entrance Exam
None required
Min. Exam Score
Not specified
CASPer Required
No
Application Deadline
November 1 (Early Decision, binding) / January 5 (Regular Decision)
Program Type
BSN

Notes

Penn Nursing BSN highly selective (~6-8% acceptance rate). Freshmen apply through Penn's central admissions — no separate nursing prerequisites for incoming students. No TEAS/HESI. Holistic review. Verified from official admissions page (2026).

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Prerequisites

Anatomy & Physiology Inot required
Anatomy & Physiology IInot required
Microbiologynot required
General Chemistrynot required
Statisticsnot required
Nutritionnot required
Lifespan / Human Developmentnot required
English Composition Inot required

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Frequently asked questions about University of Pennsylvania's nursing program

What is the application deadline for the University of Pennsylvania's BSN program?

The application deadlines for the University of Pennsylvania's BSN program are November 1 for Early Decision (binding) and January 5 for Regular Decision.

Does the University of Pennsylvania require any entrance exams for its BSN program?

No, the University of Pennsylvania does not require any entrance exams, such as the TEAS or HESI, for its BSN program.

Is the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania direct-admit?

No, the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania is not direct-admit. It is highly selective with a low acceptance rate of approximately 6-8%, and students apply through Penn's central admissions.

What GPA do you need to apply for the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania?

Applicants to the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania need to have a minimum overall GPA of 3.3.

How competitive is admission to the University of Pennsylvania's BSN program?

Admission to the University of Pennsylvania's BSN program is highly competitive, with an acceptance rate of around 6-8%.

Are there any prerequisites for the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania?

There are no separate nursing prerequisites for incoming students applying to the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania. Any required courses can be completed within the curriculum.

How do I apply to the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania?

To apply to the BSN program at the University of Pennsylvania, you must apply through Penn's central admissions process. For more details, you can visit their official admissions page.

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