Villanova University
Traditional BSN · Villanova, PA
Program Requirements
- Min. Overall GPA
- Not specified
- Min. Science GPA
- Not specified
- Entrance Exam
- None required
- Min. Exam Score
- Not specified
- CASPer Required
- No
- Application Deadline
- Early Action November 1 (direct-admit major)
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
Villanova M. Louise Fitzpatrick College of Nursing four-year direct-admit BSN: students apply to the nursing major as freshmen through central admissions. Test-optional, no nursing entrance exam or CASPer; requires at least one year each of high-school Biology and Chemistry but no college prerequisites for admission. Catholic/Augustinian (private). Verified from official Villanova Traditional BSN page (2026-06-27).
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- 1Review this school's first-year / direct-admit criteria on its official nursing page.
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Frequently asked questions about Villanova University's nursing program
Is Villanova University's nursing program direct-admit?
Yes, Villanova University's Traditional BSN program is a direct-admit major. Students apply to the nursing major as freshmen through central admissions without a nursing-specific cutoff.
What are the application deadlines for the Traditional BSN program at Villanova?
The application deadline for Villanova University's Traditional BSN program is November 1 for Early Action.
Does Villanova require any entrance exams for the BSN program?
No, Villanova University does not require any entrance exams for the Traditional BSN program, including the TEAS or CASPer.
What prerequisites do I need before applying to Villanova's BSN program?
Villanova's Traditional BSN program does not require any college prerequisites for admission. However, students should have at least one year each of high school Biology and Chemistry.
How competitive is admission to Villanova University's nursing program?
Admission to Villanova University's Traditional BSN program is not based on a published GPA or entrance exam scores, as it is a direct-admit program. Students apply as first-year students through central admissions.
How do I apply to the Traditional BSN program at Villanova University?
To apply to the Traditional BSN program at Villanova University, you need to apply to the university as a first-year student through their central admissions process.
What type of institution is Villanova University?
Villanova University is a private institution with a Catholic/Augustinian affiliation.
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