At the orientation session information concerning the program will be provided and data collected. A standardized mathematical computation test will be administered. Students will not be allowed to use calculators. Students will also write a short essay, which will be used to identify strengths and weaknesses related to written communication skills. If needed, students will be directed to remedial activities to strengthen writing skills.
Students also complete critical thinking test to establish baseline data.
Maintain a cumulative semester grade point average of 2.50 for each semester enrolled and have no negative grade points. Students are required to achieve a minimum of a 2.00 in each of the required nursing courses. The student will be required to renegotiate the nursing program contract and will be placed in the needed course at the next opportunity that class space is available. Reinstatement to the baccalaureate program requires approval of the Department of Nursing Standards and Scholarship Committee. If reinstatement is recommended, the recommendation may include stipulations.