The University of Iowa College of Nursing is consistently ranked as one of the best nursing programs in the nation. Our graduates are sought after as highly skilled professionals who have received a rigorous education of the highest quality.
Applications are no longer accepted for admission as Nursing-Interest for undergraduate students working to complete prerequisite requirements toward the on-campus Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program.
The standard admission option to the on-campus BSN (pre-licensure) program is being phased out. Standard admission applications are only accepted for the spring semester. The final two opportunities to apply via standard admission directly to the College of Nursing are:
- February 2027 for a Spring 2028 start date
- February 2028 for a Spring 2029 start date
If you believe you have met the prerequisite requirements to apply through the legacy Standard Admission process, have questions about whether you may be eligible, or if you need clarification regarding the admission process, please contact the College of Nursing at nursing-programs@uiowa.edu.
RN-BSN Program
The fully online RN-BSN program at Iowa provides a seamless transition for associate degree and diploma-prepared RNs who want to expand their nursing skills and open the door to new professional opportunities.
Applicants to this program must hold a valid RN license and an Associate Degree or Diploma in Nursing. Our flexible RN-BSN program is designed for working nurses–you can complete your BSN in three, four, or five semesters while staying in your community. The College of Nursing's 3+1 plan page can help you plan your transfer.
The Master of Science in Nursing: Entry into Practice
This direct entry program is an accelerated, full-time program designed for individuals who hold a bachelor’s degree in a non-nursing field and want to transition into the nursing profession
Transfer Credit Evaluation
The Office of Admissions evaluates your general education requirements and select major courses, while your major department determines how your remaining transfer credits apply to your major.
- Review our Transfer Policies to find out about calculating your transfer GPA, Iowa's course-repeat policy, and other Iowa transfer policies.
- Search the Transfer Equivalency Guide for commonly transferred courses offered at other Iowa institutions and our major out-of-state transfer colleges. The system is designed for prospective students who want to know how courses will transfer to Iowa and for UI students who plan to take courses at other institutions in the summer or at other times.
- Some programs have developed transfer plans for students planning to transfer from select colleges. Review our Transfer Planning Resources for more information.
Degree Audit
When admitted, a Degree Audit will become part of your Admissions Profile in MyUI. The audit:
- specifies which General Education Requirements and requirements for your major you still need to fulfill,
- indicates which prerequisite courses need to be fulfilled, and
- monitors other degree requirements including semester hours, GPA, residency requirement, and college-specific regulations.