Undergraduate Major
Applied Science
The Applied Science program leading to an Associate of Science degree is a dual-enrolled program between the Joseph F. McCloskey School of Nursing and 51³Ô¹Ï. In addition to the Associate of Science degree, graduates will receive a Diploma in Nursing from JFMSON. The JFMSON is nationally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and approved by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
Program Overview
Minimal Admission Standards
The Applied Science program student admission is the responsibility and at the discretion of the John F. McCloskey School of Nursing. Admission standards meet and/or exceed 51³Ô¹Ï’s admission standards. Admission to the program is competitive, and the selection of students will be based on a point system to determine admission qualification. Students are assigned points based on many factors: high school rank and GPA, SAT/ACT scores, prior college coursework, Test of Essential Academic Skills, etc.