If the student makes less than a C in N237, they will have to complete N235, N236, and N237, earning at least a C . Credit by Examination Registered Nurse students in the specialist component who are certified through a professional nursing organization in the area of specialty practice may obtain credit by examination for selected specialty courses. The credit by examination procedure will verify acceptable knowledge and skill attainment received through national certification at the specialist level. Credit by examination will be limited to a maximum of two specialty courses. Verification of the certification must be sent directly to the School of Nursing by the certifying agency before the student is eligible to register for credit by examination.
Full tuition is charged for courses in which credit by examination is earned.
Other courses in the specialist component may be available for credit by examination as determined by the Curriculum Committee or upon petition to the Student Admissions and Academic Affairs Committee. Students may consult their faculty advisers for further information. International Students Vanderbilt has a large international community representing approximately one hundred countries. The University welcomes the diversity international students bring to the campus, and encourages academic and social interaction at all levels. English Language Proficiency.