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Generic RN Application for Spring 2027

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Applicant Information

This is a 7-page application. Use the Application Checklist on the website to verify you are ready to submit your application. While you can save your progress, it is recommended that you have all your application materials ready for uploading. Please note that we only accept PDF documents so make sure they are converted to this file format before starting the application to save you time.
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Best Contact Email Address(Required)
Write the email address you will check most frequently; this does not need to be your Palomar email address.
Home Address(Required)

Demographic Data Questions

This demographic data information is reported to state and federal agencies for statistical purposes only. The manner in which the options are written are directly from the reporting agency and do not represent how Palomar College views our students. If you prefer not to answer any question(s), please choose the “Other” option for that question.
Choose “Other” if you do not identify as either male or female.
Please state the pronouns you would like us to use.
This question applies to US citizens, resident aliens, and other eligible non-citizens only.
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Applicant Educational Experience

List of Colleges & Universities Attended(Required)
List ALL colleges/universities attended, including Palomar College (if you have already attended here). Note that you will only receive points for the degree if it is posted on your transcript.
Name of College/University
Location of School (City, State)
Term System (Quarter/Semester)
Start Date (MM/YYYY)
End Date (MM/YYYY)
Degree Obtained (AA/AS/BS/MA, etc; place N/A if none)
 
Upload an unofficial transcript for EACH school listed, including Palomar College. Please state the school as the file name for each transcript uploaded. If using AP scores to clear a GE requirement, please upload the AP score report. Note that we do not have access to ANY transcripts you may have sent to our records office. What you upload here is what we will use for the Science & Fixed Set GPA criteria.
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Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 49 MB.
    Acknowledgement(Required)
    ALL boxes must be checked.

    Nursing Prerequisite Coursework

    Students must receive a grade of “C” or better in each course AND have a combined 2.5 minimum GPA. Anatomy must be taken within the last 10 years while Physiology and Microbiology within the last 7 years. For Spring 2027 application, the last term Anatomy will be accepted is Fall 2016 and the last term for Physiology and Microbiology is Fall 2019. For AP courses, you may place N/A for required information that are not applicable (e.g. Number of Units, Letter Grade Received)
    Anatomy or A&P I(Required)
    If lab is separate, state lab information on 2nd row.
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. BIO 210)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Separate Lab Course? (Y/N)
    Repeated the Course? (Y/N)
    Repeat Reason
     
    Physiology or A&P II(Required)
    If lab is separate, state lab information on 2nd row.
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. BIO 220)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Separate Lab Course? (Y/N)
    Repeated the Course? (Y/N)
    Repeat Reason
     
    Microbiology(Required)
    If lab is separate, state lab information on 2nd row.
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. MICRO 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Separate Lab Course? (Y/N)
    Repeated the Course? (Y/N)
    Repeat Reason
     
    English Composition / Written Communication(Required)
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. ENGL 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Speech / Oral Communication(Required)
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. SPCH 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Intermediate Algebra or Higher Mathematics(Required)
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. MATH 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Psychology(Required)
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. PSYC 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Sociology(Required)
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. SOC 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Humanities(Required)
    Required for degree purposes. This course will not be calculated into your GPA.
    Name of College
    Term (ex. Fall 2022)
    Course Name (ex. HUMA 100)
    Number of Units
    Letter Grade Received
    Acknowledgement(Required)

    Proficiency in language other than English

    This section is NOT required and only if you choose to provide proof of proficiency in a language other than English. 3 points is given in this category. You may submit at least 1 proof from the options below.
    Non-English language skills or coursework
    Documented Non-English Language Proficiency – College Coursework(Required)
    Upload your certification here.
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    Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 49 MB.

      TEAS Exam Information

      We require all attempts and scores of the TEAS Version 7 to be submitted. We will use the best score from the first two successful attempts (62% or higher).
      TEAS Exam Scores(Required)
      List ALL TEAS Version 7 exam scores, regardless of whether they were passing or not; and regardless of whether they have expired.
      Date of TEAS Exam
      Score
       
      Upload either: the full transcript showing ALL your TEAS exam scores OR a copy of each TEAS exam listed above. If uploading each score individually, state “TEAS and (DATE) as the file name for each TEAS score report uploaded.
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      Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 49 MB.
        Acknowledgement(Required)

        Multi-Criteria Information

        This section is not required and only if you choose to submit your supporting documentation of proof to be awarded additional points.
        Relevant health certifications
        Please upload a copy of your license or provide a screenshot of your license from the website.
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        Accepted file types: pdf, Max. file size: 49 MB.
          Upload proof and state the certification as the file name.
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            Upload proof and state the certification as the file name for each certification uploaded.
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              Relevant work or volunteer experience
              Hours must be stated to receive points for this section. Average per week is acceptable if start and end dates are included. The Work/Volunteer Certification Form – Section A can also be used for this category.
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                Life Experiences & Special Circumstances
                Choose all that you wish to provide documentation for.
                Provide a copy of DD214 or military ID. If you are the spouse, make sure your proof will show relation to the military.
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                  Provide a copy of a DSPS evaluation, letter from a Physician, or letter from Veterans’ Affairs. You can also upload our Disability Certification Form.
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                    Provide a letter of eligibility/award of Financial Aid, CCPG, Federal Pell Grant, EOPS, Cal Works, EDD, Cal Fresh, Medi-Cal, etc.
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                      Provide a letter signed by employer on company letterhead verifying dates of employment. The Work/Volunteer Certification Form can also be used for this category.
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                        Provide a copy of the card indicating refugee status.
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                          Consent(Required)
                          I certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I have provided complete and accurate responses to all the items on this application. I further certify that all official and unofficial documents submitted in support of this application are authentic and unaltered records that pertain to me. My certification verifies the accuracy and completeness of the information provided. I understand that any misrepresentation or omission may be cause for denial or cancellation of admission, transfer credit, or enrollment.
                          By typing my name, I agree and understand that I am electronically signing this application and that this is the legal equivalent of my manual/handwritten signature.

                          Contact Information

                          Nursing Education Department

                          Palomar College, San Marcos Campus Location: HS-200

                          1140 W. Mission Road,  San Marcos, CA 92069

                          Academic Department Assistant Email: nursing@palomar.edu Phone: (760) 744-1150, ext. 2580

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