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Welcome, Future Nursing Students!
Are you passionate about helping others? Then a career in nursing is your calling! We are pleased that your search for higher education has led you to SJSU. We are committed to developing the nursing skills of all of our students, starting from the first day you enter The Valley Foundation School of Nursing.
Please take a moment to browse through our web pages listing degree programs (such as the prerequisites, application processes, and necessary forms), student programs and clubs, faculty listings, and much more.
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Announcements
Advising Schedule
Announcements
- Advising sessions are now held online! It is recommended to test your computer’s audio and video settings before joining an online advising session. The university uses ZOOM. You do not need to create an account to access the online advising sessions.
Future Student Advising
Group advising is offered for students interested in applying to programs within TVFSON. These sessions include general information about the programs, steps to apply, and time for questions. All prospective students are highly encouraged to attend! No reservation needed, and all sessions are open to the public.
Please note the advising meetings are recorded and posted online to the public. If you do not wish to be recorded, please keep your video camera off.
For further information please fill out this form and our team will be in contact with you shortly.
Advising Schedule
Group Advising: Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program
Are you brand new to nursing and not sure where to begin? Attend a BSN group advising session to learn how to start your nursing academic career! Sessions are held monthly during the fall and spring semesters. Visit the BSN program web page to review future student resources before attending group advising (such as the Advising Slides and BSN Info Packet).
SJSU Undeclared Pre-Nursing students can receive additonal, virtual advising through Academic Advising or the CHHS Student Success Center.
Click on the link at the time of the meeting to join. (All times in Pacific Time)
| Friday, August 27, 2021 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Online |
| Friday, September 24, 2021 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Online |
| Friday, October 29, 2021 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Online |
| Friday, December 3, 2021 | 1:30pm-3:30pm | Online |
You can watch a recording of the latest session here.
Group Advising: RN to BSN Program
If you are currently a registered nurse and wish to expand your employment and advancement opportunities, come to group advising for the RN to BSN program! Graduates of Associate Degree in Nursing programs with NCLEX-RN pending may still apply. Attend the next session to learn more! Sessions are held monthly during the fall and spring semesters.
Click on the link at the time of the meeting to join. (All times in Pacific Time)
| August 11, 2021 | 1:00-2:00PM | Online Meeting (passcode: N112) |
| September 8, 2021 | 4:00-5:00PM | Online Meeting |
| October 6, 2021 | 4:00-5:00PM | Online Meeting |
Group Advising: Family Nurse Practitioner Program (FNP)
Interested in pursuing an advanced practice role in nursing? The FNP program prepares nurses to provide a wide-range of family-focused healthcare. Learn what it takes to become a specialized nurse by attending the next group advising session!
Sessions will resume in September. Stay tuned for updates!
Group Advising: Nurse Educator Program
Teach the next generation of nurses! The Nurse Educator program prepares nursing professionals to be socially and ethically responsible clinicians and scholars who are able to meet the changing healthcare needs of a diverse global community. Nurse educators are vital to the future of nursing! Are you ready to inspire the next generation of nurses?
Email the nursing graduate team for more information: [email protected]
Group Advising: DNP Program
Are you ready to be a leader in nursing and create strategies to improve the quality of healthcare in your community? Learn more about the Doctor of Nursing Practice program by attending the next advising session!
Click on the link at the time of the meeting to join (all dates in 2021, and all times on Pacific Time)
| Advising will resume in September. Stay tuned for updates! |
Group Advising: Wound/Ostomy Education Program
Interested in becoming a certified wound and ostomy nurse? The School of Nursing offers a Nursing Specialty Advanced Certificate Program for registered nurses graduated with a baccalaureate degree or higher.
Information can be requested via email: [email protected]
I liked how [the] program emphasized different aspects of nursing, such as evidence-based research, cultural competence, and [the] importance of self-care as a nurse.” – BSN student, 2019
About the BSN Program
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) pre-licensure program is a full-time program for candidates new to nursing. The program prepares individuals for professional nursing practice in a variety of institutional and community settings, as well as for continuing education, graduate study, and roles as nurse leaders. Extended campus facilities include a wide variety of community healthcare agencies for clinical experience. The School of Nursing has integrated extensive simulation labs which provide an enhanced learning experience.
Overview of the Program
- Open to California residents who are not registered nurses
- Is full-time, occuring over five (5) semesters/twenty-three (23) months
- Clinical hours earned through variety of settings: hospitals, community clinics, long term care, home care, and community health agencies
- Upon completion of the program, students are prepared and eligible to take the national licensing exam to become a registered nurse (NCLEX-RN)
- Graduates are eligible for Public Health Nursing certification in California upon licensure as a Registered Nurse
The Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing at San Jose State University is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). This program is also approved by the California Board of Registered Nurses. Please see the Professional Licensure and Disclosure information.
Misson of the BSN Program
To prepare students in professional nursing practice to work as staff nurses in the following areas: maternity, pediatrics, medical-surgical nursing, gerontology, psychiatric/mental health, and public/community health nursing. Our students will be well-equipped to adapt to changing healthcare needs and environments, and to serve society through civic engagement and lifelong learning.
Admissions
The Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing is an impacted major, which imposes supplemental criteria that all students must meet. The impaction criteria have changed as of Summer 2020 due to COVID-19. All future students are advised to read the BSN Information Packet and Advising Slides (both available in the Resources section) for detailed information of the program and application process.
To be admitted to the program, there is a dual application process. Applicants must be eligible for both, the university and the program, in order to be admitted.
- Apply to the university (if a transfer or prior baccalaureate student)
Complete all university transfer requirements.
Complete university application through Cal State Apply by deadline (requires a fee). - Apply to the nursing program
Complete all nursing prerequisites and the TEAS exam prior to applying (No courses can be in progress during application period).
Complete nursing program application through NursingCAS by deadline (requires a fee).
Eligibility and Prerequisites
Students that are brand new to nursing may apply. Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. DACA students need to complete an additional form; please contact the nursing department for more information. Applicants may apply to the Nursing program up to two (2) times. The program accepts transfers, current SJSU students, and post baccalaureates (2nd bachelor’s). See Application Procedures and Deadlines for instructions on how to complete the applications.
Freshman
Freshman cannot be admitted to SJSU as a nursing major. Instead, they can be admitted as Undeclared/Pre-Nursing or to an alternate major. The Undeclared/Pre-Nursing designation does not guarantee admission into the nursing major. Students must work closely with Undeclared/Pre-Nursing advisors regarding schedule planning for prerequisite coursework. Ideally, students will apply to the nursing major during the sophomore year.
Postbaccalaureates (Second Bachelor’s Degree)
Students that are seeking a second bachelor’s degree may apply. Prior degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution and accepted by the university to be eligible. Post baccalaureates must complete the nursing program requirements (prerequisite courses, corequisite courses, and the TEAS exam). Students must also be CSU eligible and have a minimum GPA of 2.5 in the last sixty (60) units in order to be eligible. Due to impaction, the university does not admit postbaccalaureate students to other majors. If a student is not selected by the nursing department, they are not eligible for any other major.
Military Members [pdf]
Beginning January 1, 2017, U.S. military veterans may receive priority selection for the nursing program. This includes those who have completed active duty, have an honorable discharge (DD214), and meet the minimum program and university requirements. Two spaces will be held per application cycle. After these two spaces are filled, other applicants with prior service will be considered and ranked with others in the regular selection process.
Prerequisite Courses
To be eligible for admission, students must have a minimum GPA of 3.2 for all eight (8) prerequisite courses combined (see BS Info Packet for details: available in the Resources section). The following courses must be completed prior to applying, with a “C” grade or better:
- BIOL 65 Human Anatomy* (4 units)
- BIOL 66 Human Physiology* (5 units)
- MICR 20 General Bacteriology* (5 units)
- ENGL 1A Composition (3 units)
- STAT 95 Elementary Statistics (3 units)
- CHEM 30A Intro to Chemistry-Inorganic (3 units)
(or general chemistry equivalent) - COMM 20/COMM 96PS Public Speaking (3 units)
- CSU GE Area A3 Critical Thinking Course (3 units)
*BIOL 65, BIOL 66, MICR 20 must be completed within five (5) years of nursing application deadline. Courses may be repeated only once for academic forgiveness or recency requirements to achieve a minimum “C” grade. If a combined “Anatomy & Physiology” course is taken, all courses in the sequence should be taken at the same campus.
The following corequisite courses are recommended to be completed prior to applying, but may be in progress during the semester an applicant completes the nursing application. A minimum “C” grade or better is required:
- PSYC 1 Introduction to Psychology (3 units)
- CHAD 70 Lifespan Development in the 21st Century (3 units)
(development birth to death) - NUFS 8 Nutrition for Health Professionals (3 units)
All prerequisite courses taken at campuses other than SJSU must be approved as equivalent. Applicants can check for course equivalencies for California public colleges and universities through the university’s articulation website. Another resource is Assist.org.
For courses that do not appear on either articulation websites, applicants will need to complete a nursing substitution form [pdf], which must be submitted (accompanied by course descriptions) to the nursing undergraduate coordinator for approval before completing the nursing application. The signed form will be included in the nursing application. For more information, please see Advising Slides (found in Resources).
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, online courses, including lab, taken during Spring 2020, Fall 2020, and Spring 2021 are acceptable. The grades received for these courses must be a “C” or better.
Credit/No Credit Courses
The department strongly recommends receiving a letter grade for prerequisite courses, only letter grades are calculated in the prerequisite GPA. Due to COVID-19 pandemic, prerequisite courses with CR/NC grades during Spring 2020 semesters will be accepted. A course with a CR grade will not be included in the prerequisite calculation.
AP Exam Credit
The department accepts an AP exam score of 3 or higher as a substitute for the following courses:
- English Composition
- Statistics
- Introduction to Psychology
If the AP scores cannot be identified on a transcript, please complete a nursing substitution form [pdf].
Policy for Repeating Prerequisite Courses
- No course may be repeated, unless for academic forgiveness at the same school that a “C-” or below was received the first time.
- BIOL 65, BIOL 66, MICR 20 may be repeated only once for academic forgiveness or recency requirements.
- Earning a “W” in a prerequisite course and repeating it to earn a grade does not count as a retake. The course that earned a “W” does not factor into any nursing application GPA calculations.
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS)
The SJSU testing office offers the Test of Essential Academic Skills version 6.0 for students applying to any nursing program, including SJSU.
As of May 2021, we are only accepting in-person TEAS exams. Please visit the testing office website to register for a test date. Applicants may take the TEAS exam at other locations. If you took the test remotely during the COVID-19 pandemic and have used two attempts, you do not need to take it again.
The nursing department requires a minimum score of 78% to be eligible for admission. A competitive overall TEAS score is 90%. The department will only consider the TEAS score of the first two attempts regardless of version. The highest overall score of the two attempts will be counted. Students do not need to send their TEAS score directly to the university. Students will upload their test score to the NursingCAS application (see Application Procedures and Deadlines).
The nursing department does not enforce a minimum time requirement between repeated TEAS tests. We encourage enough time between tests to study and improve. Study guides are available online at the ATI website.
For updates due to COVID-19, please refer to the Advising Slides (found in Resources).
Application Procedures and Deadlines
There is a dual application process for the BSN program. Applicants must complete both applications to be considered. Please read the following information carefully.
1. University application
Apply to the university on Cal State Apply. (Requires a fee, waivers available through Cal State Apply).
- Transfer students will select the major Undeclared/Pre-Nursing.
- Post baccalaureate students will select Seeking Second Bachelor’s Degree in the extended profile section. Then, select the major Nursing.
Follow these steps to complete all of the admission requirements.
University Application Deadlines
- Applying for Spring 2022: August 1-31, 2021 (open to post-baccalaureates only)
- Applying for Fall 2022: October 1, 2021 – November 30, 2021
2. Nursing Application
Apply to the BSN program on NursingCAS. (Requires a fee, waivers available through NursingCAS).
Transcripts: Official transcripts must be requested through NursingCAS. Follow these instructions for submitting official transcripts directly to NursingCAS.
Please note transcripts are not shared with the university. Check your MySJSU account for transcript requests from the university.
Follow the NursingCAS application instructions for help with completing the application.
Applicants must report all previous college coursework and are required to upload the following documents to the application:
- scanned copy of the front and back of CA Driver’s License
- scanned copy of U.S. Passport or U.S. Birth Certificate or Permanent Residency Card (Green Card)
- Functional Competencies form [docx]
- copy of page 1 of highest TEAS exam score
- Nursing Prerequisite Substitution forms (if needed)
- Postbaccalaureate students: upload a document that states you are a Postbaccalaureate, including your full name, name of school attended, and date of graduation
Nursing Application Deadlines
- Applying for Spring 2022: application open August 21, 2021 to September 15, 2021 (open to SJSU students and post-baccalaureates only)
- Applying for Fall 2022: application open January 20, 2022 to February 15, 2022
Acceptance to the Program
As a reminder, there is a dual application process for the BSN program. An applicant is fully admitted when they are accepted by the university and the Nursing program. Acceptance notifications from the university and the nursing department are sent separately and at different times.
The nursing department will notify applicants by email.
- Spring 2022: Late November 2021
- Fall 2022: Late April 2022
Acceptance into the nursing program is conditional until an applicant completes and clears a background check, drug screening, and Health Statement clearance process (fee required). NOTE: These background and drug screening requirements are consistent with the California Board of Nursing guidelines for safe nursing practices. For details, please see Advising Slides, or BSN Information Packet (found in Resources). Applicants must also be admitted to the university; being accepted by one office doesn’t equate to being admissible from the other. There is a non-refundable fee for the New Student Workshop.
Tutition
The tuition and campus fees for a full-time undergraduate student are $3,926 (fall 2021).
Other additional program related costs include textbooks, uniforms, equipment, and learning materials.
Degree Requirements
Program Learning Outcomes
The goal of the BSN program is to prepare students in professional nursing practice to work as staff nurses, to be well-equipped to adapt to changing healthcare needs and environments, and to serve society through civic engagement and lifelong learning. The expected Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) were developed based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing’s The Essentials of Baccalaureate Education for Nursing Practice (2008) [pdf].
- PLOs of the new curriculum of the BSN program (Fall 2020 and after)
- PLOs of the curriculum of the BSN program through Fall 2022
Curriculum & Roadmaps
Degree requirements can be found in the university’s catalog.
Prior baccalaureate students are exempt from completing the SJSU studies areas R & V requirement for graduation (students complete areas S and Z in nursing program).
- Fall 2021 BSN Roadmap
- Fall 2020 New Curriculum Roadmap
- Fall 2020 New Curriculum Course of Study
- Spring 2020 and earlier roadmaps
- Spring 2020 and earlier Course of Study
Advising
Future Students
Group advising is offered for students interested in applying to the program. Sessions are offered monthly during the fall and spring semesters. Not able to make a live info session? You can watch a recording of the latest info session on Youtube.
After attending a group session or viewing the recording, prospective students can schedule individual advising sessions with an advisor. Please note, advising appointments are not available during summer months. For general inquiries, please contact the nursing staff for information.
Pre-Nursing, Undeclared SJSU students can receive additional advising through CHHS Student Success Center. This is for assistance with GE advising and major prerequisites.
Current Nursing Students
Nursing students can schedule advising appointments by contacting a nursing advisor directly. For nursing advisor information, please contact the nursing department.
Student Resources
Future Students: Information & Forms
*Refer to the BSN Information Packet for detailed information*
- BSN Information Packet [pdf]
- Advising Slides (updated August 2021) [pptx]
- Nursing Substitution Form pdf [pdf]
- Nursing Substitution Form (fillable form) [pdf]
- Functional Competencies Form [docx]
- Military Member Applicants [pdf]
- TVFSON FAQs [docx]
Changing Your Major
Undeclared SJSU students that wish to change their major to Pre-Nursing, Undeclared should meet with an advisor in the CHHS Student Success Center for more information.
Current Students: Information & Forms
- COVID-19 Testing Information updated for Fall 2021
- COVID-19 Vaccine Statement TVFSON Fall 2021
- Fall 2021 BSN Orientation Schedule
- Fall 2021 Master Tracks (Course Schedule) as of 7/16/21
- Nursing Student Handbook: 2021 [docx]
- Scholarships [pdf]
- Drug Screening – Student Health Services price for a standard drug screen is $17.00
Book List
- Fall 2021 Booklists coming soon!
Forms
- COVID Compliance Attestation Form [docx]
- Social Media Contract [docx]
- Conflict Resolution Form [doc]
- N180 Syllabus Contract Form [docx]
- N180 Course Information [docx]
- Substitution Form [pdf]
- Substitution Form [pdf](fillable)
- Petition Form [pdf]
- Petition Form [pdf] (filliable)
CNA Application
Please read the instructions before submitting the application to the nursing office. For more information, please visit the California Public Health Department’s website.
- CNA Application Instructions
- CNA Application [pdf]
- CNA Live Scan Form [pdf]
- Live Scan Sample Form [pdf]
Public Health Nurse Certification
Graduates of the BSN program are eligible to apply for Public Health Nurse Certification upon graduating and passing the NCLEX. Please refer to the instructions to apply.
Health Requirement Information and Forms
- Castlebranch Clinical Documentation Information [pptx]
- Castlebranch Information Fall 2021
- Health Statement [docx]
- Flu Shot Information [pdf]
- Flu Shot Declination Form [docx]
- Flu Shot Documentation Form [docx]
- Student Release of Medical Information [pdf]
- HIPPA Medical Release Form [pdf]
- TB Requirements [docx]
- TB Questionnaire Form [pdf]
SON Emergency Loan
Policies
School of Nursing Policies
- BRN Concurrency [docx]
- Uniform Policy [doc]
- Progression and Disqualification Policy [docx]
- Safety Policy [pdf]
- BRN Concurrency Notification [pdf]
- Military Policy [docx]
- Applicants From Other Nursing Programs Policy [docx]
- Social Media Policy [docx]
Liability Insurance
Background & Drug Screening Policy
- Background & Drug Screening Policy [pdf]
- Enforcement Concerns
SJSU Policies
General SJSU Student Resources
Announcements & Current Events
- TVFSON’s website is under construction! Please contact us directly for the most up-to-date information.
- The Spring 2022 Cal State application is now open! See application deadlines and procedures for details.
- It is suggested to keep abreast of the University Calendar for university-wide events, dates, and deadlines.
This investment in yourself is well worth the short-term sacrifice… I [appreciate] the terrific support and guidance I received from faculty and fellow alumni of this program.”
– Sharon Likely Sprague, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN (2019 Graduate)
Nursing at San Jose State University
180 Bachelor’s Degrees22 Master’s Degrees#115 Overall QualityNursing is one of the majors in the health professions program at San Jose State University.
We’ve pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, average starting salaries, and more. We’ve also included details on how San Jose State ranks compared to other colleges offering a major in nursing.
Nursing Degrees Available at San Jose State
San Jose State Nursing Rankings
The bachelor’s program at San Jose State was ranked #115 on College Factual’s Best Schools for nursing list. It is also ranked #15 in California.
Popularity of Nursing at San Jose State
During the 2018-2019 academic year, San Jose State University handed out 180 bachelor’s degrees in nursing. Due to this, the school was ranked #315 out of all colleges and universities that offer this degree. This is an increase of 1% over the previous year when 178 degrees were handed out.
In 2019, 22 students received their master’s degree in nursing from San Jose State. This makes it the #374 most popular school for nursing master’s degree candidates in the country.
How Much Do Nursing Graduates from San Jose State Make?
$89,400 Bachelor’s Median Salary
Salary of Nursing Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree
Nursing majors who earn their bachelor’s degree from San Jose State go on to jobs where they make a median salary of $89,400 a year. This is higher than $61,050, which is the national median for all nursing bachelor’s degree recipients.
How Much Student Debt Do Nursing Graduates from San Jose State Have?
$13,750 Bachelor’s Median Debt
Student Debt of Nursing Graduates with a Bachelor’s Degree
While getting their bachelor’s degree at San Jose State, nursing students borrow a median amount of $13,750 in student loans. This is not too bad considering that the median debt load of all nursing bachelor’s degree recipients across the country is $23,387.
The typical student loan payment of a bachelor’s degree student from the nursing program at San Jose State is $143 per month.
Nursing Student Diversity at San Jose State
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the nursing majors at San Jose State University.
