American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University
CCNE AccreditedAmerican Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University is a CCNE-accredited online nursing institution based in Waterbury, Connecticut. Formerly American Sentinel University, it merged with Post University in 2021. Offers a fully online RN-to-BSN, MSN with 8 specializations including FNP, PMHNP, and AGPCNP, and a DNP with 4 leadership specializations. Available in traditional term-based and self-paced SIMPath competency-based formats.
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Nursing Programs at American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University(3)
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Online RN to BSN
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Admissions at American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University
- •No published acceptance or admission rate for nursing programs was found on official Post University or American Sentinel College pages.
- •Minimum GPA requirements:
- •RN to BSN (undergraduate prelicensure) and RN to BSN/MSN (dual degree): minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- •Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) non–Nurse Practitioner specializations and MSN/MBA dual degree: minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- •For international applicants: must show minimum GPA of 2.0 for BSN program, and 3.0 for MSN and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs.
- •To take single courses or digital credentials (e.g. Advanced Pathophysiology): must have a bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field with minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
- •Prerequisite / program-specific notes:
- •Master’s Nurse Practitioner specializations require one year of full-time nursing clinical work experience within the last three years.
- •Early admission into RN to BSN or RN to BSN/MSN is available for students currently in an associate or diploma nursin
Based on publicly available information. Source
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Schedule & Format Flexibility at American Sentinel College of Nursing & Health Sciences at Post University
- •Programs are delivered fully online, with no mention of hybrid or on-campus formats. Source: post.edu “Flexible Online Programs for Busy Nurses...”
- •Two learning tracks are available in many programs:
- •A traditional, term‑based online format (e.g., typical 8‑week terms).
- •A 16‑week self‑paced “SIMPath®” competency‑based format, allowing students to progress at their own pace. Source: post.edu “Pick Your Path: Two Ways To Learn”
- •The RN to BSN completion program is offered in:
- •A traditional online format with 8‑week classes.
- •A SIMPath® competency‑based format, where students can take multiple courses per 16‑week semester by demonstrating mastery. Source: Wikipedia summary of program
- •The MSN‑PMHNP specialization (Master of Science in Nursing – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner) is delivered 100 % online, with flexible 8‑week courses and monthly class start dates, allowing students to take one class at a time with consistent due dates. Source: pmhnponline.com summary
- •Coursework is asynchronous—students have no set login times or assigned group work, enabling flexibility for working professionals. Source: post.edu “How Our Courses Work” (“
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Program-Specific Details
Online MSN – Family Nurse Practitioner
Minimum GPA: 3.0
No published acceptance or admission rate found.
Programs are delivered fully online with asynchronous coursework.
Online MSN – Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Minimum GPA: 3.0
No published acceptance or admission rate found.
Programs are delivered fully online with asynchronous coursework.
Online RN to BSN
Minimum GPA: 2.0
No published acceptance or admission rate found.
Programs are delivered fully online with asynchronous coursework.
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Sources: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics; National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN); CCNE; ACEN.