LSU Health New Orleans – School of Nursing

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Admissions

Admissions at LSU Health New Orleans – School of Nursing

• Minimum GPA: A minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale, calculated on the 16 hours of prerequisite courses (English Composition I, College Algebra, General Biology & Lab, General Chemistry, General Psychology) is required for eligibility.
• Prerequisite course requirements: Applicants must complete 37 hours of required prerequisites (with the 16 core hours finished prior to application deadline). Science courses (Biology lecture & lab, Microbiology, Chemistry) must be graded B or better; non‑science prerequisites require C‑ or better.
• HESI Admission Assessment Exam (HESI A²): Required, with a minimum cumulative score of 80%. Applicants may take the exam up to twice per application period, with a 6‑week wait between attempts; score must be no more than one year old at the time of application.
• Additional components: Applicants must submit a written statement/essay and complete an online interview (invitation only, extended to qualified applicants). A letter of academic good standing is required if the applicant previously attended a nursing program.
• No admissions rate or acceptance percentage is published on the official site—no verified admission or acceptance rate could be located.
• If you'd like similar details for other programs (e.g., CARE, RN-to-BSN, graduate-level), feel free to ask.

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Format

Schedule and format at LSU Health New Orleans – School of Nursing

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) program is designed for both full‑time and part‑time study.
• The Post‑Master’s Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Nurse Educator track is offered fully online.
• The DNP, Nurse Educator online track lists a specific application deadline (June 30, 2026) and a cohort start date (August 17, 2026), indicating a structured entry schedule.
• The Career Alternative RN Education (CARE) Program (BSN for students with prior bachelor’s degrees) is delivered via a combination of in‑person instruction and synchronous distance education at the Shreveport (off‑campus instructional) site.
• At the Shreveport CARE site, courses are offered face‑to‑face in Shreveport plus synchronous virtual participation with New Orleans classes.
• RN to BSN Degree Program (for RNs with associate degree or diploma) is a one‑year program; specific format (online/hy

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