Accepted upper division students can expect to have a variety of experiences in didactic, clinical and simulation settings. The state-of-the-art and nationally accredited Center for Simulation and Experiential Learning, along with innovative classroom teaching and experiential opportunities with expert faculty will prepare students to become leaders in nursing. With above-average NCLEX pass rates, students are well-prepared for the national licensure exam and have a high rate of success for employment at top-tier institutions across the country. 

Accepted students will receive an official acceptance form, which must be completed and submitted by the published deadline, or the offered seat will be forfeited.

All accepted upper division students must:

• Plan to attend a College of Nursing upper division orientation held on a Saturday in March. This session will provide an overview of the upper division BSN curriculum, clinical information, advisement, and review of required clinical health information, advisement, clinical, and course expectations. The upper division orientation session is restricted to students only and is a mandatory event or the accepted seat will be forfeited.
• Attend clinical experiences in rural and/or non-traditional clinical sites. 
• Participate in clinicals during varied days and times (such as 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and/or weekends).
• Provide transportation to and from clinical locations, which may be assigned anywhere within an 80-mile radius of the College of Nursing.
• Satisfactorily complete spring courses prior to beginning upper division in the summer or fall, or the accepted seat in upper division may be forfeited.