Ivy Tech Guaranteed Admission: Nursing

Ivy Tech Community College students who have completed their associate’s degree in nursing are eligible for guaranteed admission into the in-person BSN program or online RN-to-BSN nursing program at Purdue University Northwest.

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Why Purdue University Northwest?

You’ve started your nursing career at Ivy Tech. Now accelerate it. Build upon your next nursing credential seamlessly with the help of an Enrollment Specialist.

1. Guaranteed Admission

If you’ve completed an associate’s degree in nursing from Ivy Tech, you have the opportunity for direct admission into the in-person BSN program or online RN-to-BSN program at PNW.

2. Flexible, High-Quality Degree

Whether you’re attending classes on campus or 100% online, PNW offers a flexible nursing program led by strong support from faculty dedicated to your success.

3. Transfer Credits

Guaranteed Admission allows you to carry over prior credits while minimizing the cost to you, ensuring you complete your degree faster and for less.

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The Highest Standard

PNW’s College of Nursing is a designated NLN Center of Nursing Excellence, recognizing sustained excellence in faculty development, nursing education research, and student learning and professional development

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What Are the Requirements for Guaranteed Admission?

  • Completion of an associate’s degree in nursing at Ivy Tech Community College
  • A cumulative grade point average of 2.30 or higher in the specified associate’s degree at Ivy Tech Community College

For more information or to see how your credits will transfer, visit PNW’s Ivy Tech transfer resources.


Upcoming Start Dates

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2025

September 9

Apply by September 3

2025

November 10

Apply by October 15


Accreditation

ACEN-SealThe Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. (ACEN) granted continuing accreditation to the baccalaureate, master’s and post-master’s certificate programs with the next evaluation visit scheduled for fall 2027.
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 Our pre-licensure BSN program options are accredited by the Indiana State Board of Nursing