Admissions and Financial Aid
College is an exciting time. Figuring out which path is right for you and
learning how to get on that path can sometimes seem overwhelming. At Good
Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science, our Admissions and Financial
Aid team is prepared to walk you through what it takes to become a student at
GSC.
Overview
Admissions Criteria
Admissions Procedure
Transfer Students
Readmission Other Regulations
Ohio State Board Requirements
LPN to RN
Overview
GSC admits students in August and January. Admissions are rolling, based on the
date all application materials are received. Students who apply for part-time
study may be admitted at other times for selected courses.
At this time, there is an increased interest in the field of nursing.
Therefore, students may experience a longer delay to enroll in the nursing
courses than in general education courses. Upon acceptance, students will be
notified when there are openings available in general education courses.
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Admissions Criteria
Admissions are selective. The credentials of all applicants are examined by the
Admissions Committee. Applications will be considered when a completed
application form with fee, official high school transcripts, all official
post-secondary education transcripts and results of standardized tests
have been received by the Admissions Office.
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The applicant must be a graduate of an accredited high school, with a
cumulative GPA of 2.25 or above. The General Education Development Test (GED)
is acceptable with an average score of at least 2250 and no score lower than
410 on individual sections.
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A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above is required in high school courses listed
below. High School courses include:
English....................................4 Units
Math (Algebra required).............4 Units (2)
Science (Chemistry required).....3 Units (2)
Social Studies..........................3 Units (2)
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Students must take one of the following standardized tests: Scholastic Aptitude
Test (SAT), receiving a minimum combined score of 750. American College Testing
Assessment Test (ACT), receiving a minimum composite score of 18.
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Applicant must be a citizen of the United States.
International transcripts submitted must be certified through the translation
services.
Exceptions to the Admissions Criteria are available in the College Catalog or
from the Office of Admissions.
A physical examination by Good Samaritan Hospital Employee Health Department is
required. Immunizations, Rubella and Rubeola screen, TB skin tests and a drug
screen are part of the examination. Any disability or chronic illness that may
prevent the applicant from meeting the required curriculum objectives will be
evaluated. Any positive drug screen makes the applicant ineligible for
acceptance.
The Admissions Committee determines acceptance. Final acceptance will be
granted once a student:
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Meets the above admissions standards.
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Successfully completes courses when required.
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Pays the nonrefundable matriculation fee.
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Satisfactorily completes all health requirements.
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Satisfactorily completes a police check.
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Completes College Readiness Assessment Testing.
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Admissions Procedure
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Fill out our Online Application Form or send a completed application form,
with the nonrefundable application fee, to:
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Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science
375 Dixmyth Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45220
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Request that an official high school transcript, showing GPA
and all standardized tests (SAT or ACT), be sent to the College. Official
transcripts from all colleges and universities attended also must be sent. If
the high school does not have SAT or ACT test reports, request submission of
those from the College Board.
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After all the required materials have been received, the Admissions Committee
will evaluate the application. Additional information may be requested for
clarification.
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The Admissions Committee may decide to grant acceptance, provisional
acceptance, delay decision pending additional information or requirements, or
reject the application for acceptance. The Committee will inform the applicant
of its decision in writing.
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Transfer Students
Any applicant who has attempted coursework for credit at another regionally
accredited institution is classified as a transfer student.
To be considered for admission the transfer applicant must:
- Meet the Admissions Standards and Regulations;
- Be in good standing at the previous college attended;
- Have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above.
Applicant's achievement in previous nursing courses will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Transcripts of previous education must be provided. Catalogs and/or course
syllabi may be requested to determine transferability of credit.
Transfer students must complete at least 48 credits (minimums of 20 credits in
nursing and 12 credits in General Education courses) at GSC to qualify for
graduation. A maximum of 6 credits in nursing will be accepted for transfer
(Nursing I equivalent). An LPN articulating into the Nursing Program is
eligible to receive 14 nursing credits, based on the Ohio Articulation Model.
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Readmission
Anyone who leaves GSC prior to completion of the degree program may reapply for
admission. Students seeking readmission must meet admission criteria and
procedures in place at the time of readmission. All previous debts to GSC must
be paid before readmission. The Admissions Committee determines acceptance
based on the composite record of the applicant and completion of the
Readmission Form. Placement in the program will be subject to the curriculum in
place at the time of readmission.
Students readmitted must adhere to the policies and curriculum of the college in effect at the time of readmission. If a student was dismissed for academic reasons, a failure of any course after readmission will result in dismisssal and the student willl not be permitted to re-apply to this college.
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Other Regulations
Files of applicants for admission are considered confidential. They are kept in
the Admissions Office and are available to the members of the Admissions
Committee for review. Information is released only upon written request of the
applicant.
Files of applicants who do not enter the program, either by withdrawal of the
application or rejection by the Admissions Committee, will be held for one
year.
Applicants who have served in the Armed Forces must submit a copy of their
discharge papers.
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Ohio State Board Requirements
The Ohio Board of Nursing makes all eligibility decisions for Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Ohio. Prospective nursing students are advised that when applying for state licensure examinations, they will be required to indicate whether or not they have 1) ever been convicted of a felony or other crimes including illegal use of chemical substances or controlled drugs; 2) been diagnosed with or treated for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, paranoia, or any other psychotic disorder in the last five years or since you turned eighteen (whichever period is shorter). A positive response to these questions may disqualify the candidate for licensure. All candidates for licensure exmination will be required to submit their fingerprints to the Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation for identification and criminal background check.
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LPN to RN
The LPN to RN articulation is offered to Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
seeking to advance their nursing careers. GSC follows the Ohio Articulation
Model, which awards all pre- and co-requisites of the program, and affords the
LPN an opportunity to enter the program at Nursing III.
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