To earn the degree, a student must satisfy the prerequisite, co-requisite and nursing course requirements for the BSN degree as specified in the UH Hilo catalog and BSN brochure in effect at the time of the student's initial enrollment in the nursing program. Students are expected to complete the program within five years of enrollment. Students who do not graduate within five years of enrollment will be subject to review and will, if necessary, be expected to meet requirements currently in effect. The student is directly responsible to assure that all requirements are met for graduation. Admissions Policies Students qualify for admission into the upper division of the Generic Baccalaureate Nursing program after completing two years of prerequisite courses.
Admission is on a competitive space-available basis.
Applications to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program must be made by Feb. 1 for Fall entry. Applications may be picked up at the UH Hilo Admissions office. Newly entering Pre-nursing students should indicate PRNU as the major on their Common Application Form. There are no special requirements for the PRNU major. Pre-nursing students should seek regular advisement from the nursing faculty regarding academic planning.