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Application will close on Tuesday, March 10th – deadline to complete all steps is Wednesday, March 18th

The next class starts April 6th, 2026

 Please carefully read the application process below:

  1. Submit your application online: Application for April 2026
  2. Upload your official high school transcript or official GED transcript
    → A cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher is required
    → College transcripts reflecting a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher are required if high school transcript does not meet 2.0 GPA requirement
    → Nursing school transcripts are required if the applicant has previously attended a nursing program
  3. Answer 4 nursing questions directly in the application portal (minimum 75 words per question).
  4. Take and pass the entrance exam.                                                                                                                                                                                PLEASE KNOW EXAM DATES ARE LIMITED – CSPN WILL WAIVE ENTRANCE EXAM, SEE BELOW!

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Testers must achieve a passing score of a 68% on the math section, and a 70% on the reading section.

The entrance exam will be waived for applicants meeting one of the following criteria:

  • A two- or four-year degree from an accredited college (bachelor’s or associate’s degree)
  • HESI scores reflecting a minimum of 70% both in reading and math (up to 3 years)
  • ACT scores reflecting a minimum of a 19 in math and a 20 in reading (up to 3 years)
  • WorkKeys scores reflecting a minimum of a 3 (72-75 scale) in math and a 4 (76-77 scale) in reading

Official test scores and/or transcripts must be mailed to 4700 Rockside Road, Summit 1, Suite 250, Independence, OH 44131 or emailed to apply@cspnohio.edu