William Paterson University
Traditional BSN · Wayne, NJ
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
- December 1 nursing priority deadline for Fall
- Program Type
- Traditional BSN
Notes
William Paterson University traditional/generic 4-year BSN. The official nursing application-procedures page states freshman admission requires a high school GPA (3.5 test-optional, or 3.0 with SAT 1130) plus high school biology and chemistry with a B or better, not college prerequisites. College-level prerequisites such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, chemistry, statistics, and nutrition apply to transfer or change-of-major progression, so requiredCourses is left empty for the freshman pre-licensure path. No entrance exam or CASPer is required. Verified from the official nursing application-procedures 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 William Paterson University's nursing program
Is William Paterson University's nursing program direct-admit?
Yes, William Paterson University's Traditional BSN program is a direct-admit program. You apply to the university as a first-year student without a nursing-specific cutoff.
What are the application deadlines for the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University?
The application deadline for the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University is December 1 for nursing priority admission for the Fall semester.
What GPA do I need to apply to the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University?
While there is no published overall GPA requirement for the Traditional BSN program, freshman admission requires a high school GPA of 3.5 if test-optional or 3.0 with an SAT score of 1130.
Are there any entrance exams required for William Paterson University's nursing program?
No, there are no entrance exams required for the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University. This includes the TEAS and CASPer exams.
What prerequisites do I need to meet before applying to the Traditional BSN program?
William Paterson University does not list any prerequisites for admission to the Traditional BSN program. However, high school biology and chemistry must be completed with a grade of B or better.
Can transfer students apply to the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University?
Yes, transfer students can apply to the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University. However, college-level prerequisites will apply for progression if changing majors.
How do I apply to the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University?
To apply to the Traditional BSN program at William Paterson University, you need to follow the general undergraduate application procedures and meet the specific nursing admission requirements outlined on their official page.
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