Nursing Program at Aquinas College

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Nursing at Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, Michigan

The University of Detroit Mercy (UDM) offers a full-time, 4-year direct admit Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at Aquinas College (AQ). This unique partnership with Aquinas College and Trinity Health Grand Rapids provides the opportunity to complete liberal arts and supportive coursework at AQ taught by Aquinas faculty. All nursing coursework is taught by UDM faculty. The program is 100% in Grand Rapids. Students gain hands on clinical experience at Trinity Health Grand Rapids and several other facilities throughout Grand Rapids. Students graduate with a BSN from the University of Detroit Mercy. The program at Detroit Mercy is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Since nursing students are technically UDM students, they are not eligible to participate on Aquinas College athletic teams.

 

Direct Admit Program

Enter the Nursing program straight out of high school. With the direct-admit program, you are assured of your spot in the University of Detroit Mercy nursing program right out of high school rather than waiting two years to compete for a spot, as is typically the scenario at schools without the direct-admit format. With direct admission, you’ll begin your first year of college knowing you are a Nursing student.

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Same Program. Different Campus.

UDM also offers a full-time, four-year baccalaureate program on their campus in Detroit. It provides the opportunity for freshman and transfer students to earn the same BSN entirely in Detroit.

 

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Freshman Admission Requirements
Because our program is a direct admit program, you only need to complete one application for admission.

In order to be considered for the nursing program you must fill out an Aquinas College Application online and select nursing as your first choice major. After you submit your application for admission you must send your official high school transcripts (at least showing grades through junior year) and any standardized test scores available. We will accept ACT and/or SAT scores. Transcripts should be sent to admissions@aquinas.edu.

Those with a 3.0 cumulative GPA or higher AND a 2.5 within all math and science courses will not need to submit an ACT or SAT score.

Those with below a 3.0 cumulative GPA must meet the following criteria:

  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 overall
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 within all math and science courses
  • Minimum composite score of 1060 on the SAT or 21 on the ACT

Admission to the nursing program does not guarantee you a spot in the program. In order to secure a spot, (once you are admitted) you must submit your enrollment deposit. Incoming freshmen will be given spots on a first come, first serve basis.

Transfer Admission Requirements

In order to be considered for the nursing program you must fill out an Aquinas College Application online and select nursing as your first choice major. After you submit your application for admission you must send official transcripts from all schools you’ve attended, including your final official high school transcripts. (Your high school transcripts will not be considered in the admissions process. They are required in order to actually receive your financial aid and serve as proof of high school graduation.) Transcripts should be sent to admissions@aquinas.edu.

  • Minimum cumulative college GPA of 3.0 is preferred
  • All science and math courses must be completed within the last seven years and with a minimum grade of “C.”

Transfer students are allowed to transfer in a maximum of 63 community college credits or 90 credits from a combination of community college and four-year college credits. If you are considering transferring to our nursing program, please contact us for specific information. Transfer students are required to attend the program full time.

For detailed information please refer to the FAQ’s for transfer applicants to the BSN program.

Name Title Department Phone
Suzanne Keep Associate Professor, Director Prelicensure Program Nursing (616) 632-2823
Ivy Razmus Associate Professor Nursing (616) 632-2879
Matthew Rios Administrative Assistant Nursing (616) 632-2911
Sr. Linda Thiel Associate Professor Nursing (616) 632-2196
Roberta Thomas Associate Professor Nursing (616) 632-2195
Joy Washburn Adjunct Nursing

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Steps for Nursing Applicants

 

Join us in the UDM nursing program at Aquinas College by following these simple steps.View the Checklist

 

IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES

Quick Facts: Registered Nurses
2023 Median Pay $86,070 per year
$41.38 per hour
Typical Entry-Level Education Bachelor's degree
Work Experience in a Related Occupation None
On-the-job Training None
Number of Jobs, 2023 3,300,100
Job Outlook, 2023-33 6% (Faster than average)
Employment Change, 2023-33
197,200

 

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

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