Nursing Admissions
The Nursing Admissions Committee at Clinton Community College welcomes applications from individuals who meet all academic and health requirements, possess the intellectual, emotional and ethical capabilities to undertake the curriculum, and achieve the competency level required for safe, effective nursing practice.
The admissions process is very competitive due to the high number of applicants. Candidates are urged to review the general college and specific nursing admission requirements, which are cited in the college catalog. Each applicant must successfully complete all pre-requisite courses with a “C” grade or higher, before applying for entry into the nursing program. Students who have attended another nursing school must submit a letter from the prior school concerning their ability to return.
Admissions Requirements
Nursing candidates exhibit varying educational and experiential backgrounds. The following are guidelines to assist you in determining your eligibility for consideration in Clinton’s Nursing program.
- Demonstrate competency in basic mathematics (eligible for Mat 101 or higher). Competency may be determined by completion of a college level math course with a “C” or better, CCC Placement Test, SAT or ACT.
- Demonstrate competence in college level writing equivalent to Eng 101 – English Composition. Competency may be determined by completion of a ENG 101 course with a “C” or better, CCC Placement Test, SAT – Writing or ACT – English.
- Demonstrate competence in Reading. Competency may be determined by completion of at least 15 college level credits in English or Social Sciences, CCC Placement Test, SAT – Verbal or ACT – Reading.
- Submit official high school transcripts or copy of GED, scores and certificate portions.
- Submit official transcripts from all previous colleges attended or from which credit has been received.
- Submit ACT and/or SAT results if available.
- Complete BIO101 or equivalent with a “C” or better, or high school biology with an 80 or better.
- Complete CHE101 with a “C” or better, or high school chemistry with an 80 or better.
- Submit required health forms upon acceptance.
- A high school academic average of 80 or above
- High School coursework must include (4) units of English, (3) units of social science, (2) units of mathematics, (3) units of natural science (chemistry with an 80 or above is required)
- An overall GPA of 2.5 or above
Nursing Admissions Decision Process
The Nursing Admissions Review Committee is composed of Faculty from the Nursing and Science Divisions and Admissions staff. Applications will be considered until the application period is complete and all requested materials have been received in the Admissions Office. Admission decisions affecting students currently enrolled in spring coursework may be deferred until final grades are received. The committee reviews completed applications, reviewing all records of previous coursework including grades and exam scores, the personal essay, and references. The applicants are ranked by a systematic measurable scoring metrics.
Learn more about the Criteria for Admissions Decisions for the Nursing Program.
The Nursing Admissions Applicant Flow Chart which clearly maps out the process from application to acceptance.
Successful applicants are notified with an acceptance letter to the two-year Nursing program. Accepted students must submit the $50 tuition deposit by the assigned date (noted in the acceptance letter) and commit to attending the mandatory Nursing orientation held in July.
Students not accepted into the Nursing Program are invited to re-apply for a future Nursing program or to pursue other career options offered by the College. Current Clinton students are encouraged to contact their Academic Advisor, or the Counseling and Advisement office for advising regarding alternative choices.
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Nursing Applications are open until June 30 for the class which begins the following fall.
Criteria for Nursing Admissions Decisions
Admissions decisions are based upon the following criteria:
- Weight is given to each applicant’s overall academic achievement, since it is an indication of proven ability and motivation to succeed in the Nursing Program. The Grade Point Average (GPA) is one determinate for admission to the program. The average GPA for the entering class of Fall 2023 was 3.15
- Particular emphasis is given to achievement in laboratory science courses since much of the applied clinical coursework depends upon a thorough understanding of chemistry, anatomy and physiology as well as microbiology.
- Level of achievement in college level work for those individuals who have prior college level courses.
- The Admissions Committee will use SAT or ACT test scores in consideration of applicants, if they are available, but these test results are not required. However, all applicants are required to take the College Placement Test for placement purposes only, unless the student has successfully completed college level English and math courses.
- The essay narrative provides the student an opportunity to communicate openly with the Admissions Committee in a personal way regarding values, personal and career goals and achievements.
For more information about the nursing application process or academic program, please contact the Admissions Office via phone at (518) 562-4170 or via email Admissions Office and review the Nursing Applicant Inquiry Flow Chart.
Clinton Community College’s nursing program is accredited by New York State Education Department (NYSED).