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The Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (NBNP) provides you with the skills and knowledge to enter the registered nursing field. The NBNP introduces you to the unique aspects of delivering health care in small urban and rural communities located throughout northern BC and beyond.

Nursing: Bachelor of Science Degree - Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (BScN)

University of Northern British Columbia

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1. Have a minimum ("B") average in the most recent 60 credit hours of university transferable coursework.

2. Meet the 24 credit hours of required prerequisite coursework.

3. Have a minimum of 24 credit hours of university-level coursework completed at the 200-level or above.

4. Completion of an online computer-based assessment CASPer test in addition to meeting the above academic requirements.

5. In addition, applicants must also submit the following documentation:

- A rural and remote suitability index questionnaire
- A resume detailing education, work, and volunteer experience and any credentials, accomplishments, or experiences relevant to nursing
- A personal statement outlining the reason(s) why the applicant is a suitable candidate for the program
- Two references submitted directly by the referees to UNBC using the BScN Confidential Reference Form. 




Academic Admission Requirement

1. Verify alternative prerequisites directly with UNBC's Future Student's Office.

2. Admission Average: for all provinces, the best grade of the five required grade 12 courses will be used. 

Admission Advice

Early applications are accepted up to one year in advance of the intended start date. The application deadline is March for the September and May entry, and November for the January entry. Students are encouraged to apply early in advance of application deadlines. Deadlines are subject to change and may be extended depending on seats availability. Verify with the institution for specific dates.

For international students, applications are not encouraged for the May semester, unless applicants are transferring from a Canadian post-secondary institution.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information. 

University of Northern British Columbia

Nursing: Bachelor of Science Degree - Northern Baccalaureate Nursing Program (BScN)

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