Program Requirements - Practical Nursing

Practical Nursing Program Admission Process

To be considered for admission to the Practical Nursing program at Donnelly College, you must complete the following steps:

• Step 1 - Submit a Donnelly College Application.
• Step 2 - Provide all official transcripts to the Registrar and complete the FAFSA.
• Step 3 - Complete and submit:
  • The Nursing Program Application
  • Three letters of recommendation (Submit in a manila folder at the front desk)
    • Download the Nursing Letters of Reference document here.
• Step 4 - Schedule an appointment with Donnelly's Nursing Intake Coordinator.

Application Deadline

August 2025 LPN Cohort: April 25, 2025

Admissions Requirements

• Valid Photo ID
• Social Security Number 
• Pre-admission test (replacing TEAS)

Required Prerequisites (must be completed before admission)

• Human Growth and Development (3 credits)
• Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab (5 credits) (must be completed within the last five years)

Additional Requirements Upon Acceptance

If accepted into the program, you must also complete:

• Background check and drug screening
• CPR certification (American Heart Association)
• Current vaccines and TB test
• Proof of health insurance (required for clinicals)