Professional Program Application
(Formerly Limited Enrollment Application)
The College of Nursing and the College of Health Science offer an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about pursuing a career in healthcare. Some of these programs have limited seats, which means that the admission process is competitive. However, with hard work and dedication, you can showcase your abilities and secure a spot in the professional track of the program. Keep in mind that certain courses may be required or given more weight in the admissions process, so make sure to put your best foot forward in all of your coursework.
Spring Application Programs
- Cardiac Sonography
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography
- Nursing (Accelerated)
- Nursing (Pre-Licensure)
- Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Radiologic Technology
- Surgical Technology
Timeline
Monday, March 11, 2024
Application Opens
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Priority Deadline
Friday, April 5, 2024
Offers Sent to Students
Admission Criteria and Requirements for Professional Programs
- Complete the course progression and prerequisites outlined below.
- Students must achieve a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.7 overall.
- Special emphasis is placed on performance in science courses (Anatomy and Physiology, Pathophysiology, etc.). A minimum GPA of 2.7 is required for each individual science and lab course (BIO 1210, BIO 1211, BIO 1220, BIO 1221, BIO 2150, BIO 2410, BIO 2411, CHM 1410, HSC 1010).
- Each prerequisite course may only be repeated once.
- Students may not repeat more than two prerequisite courses in total. Patterns of course withdrawals and “W” grades may negatively impact admissibility.
- Note: Program eligibility and ranking are calculated using mid-semester grades in the application term. Academic eligibility is reaffirmed at the completion of all prerequisite courses after the conclusion of the active semester.
- Complete a background check verifying program and professional track eligibility.
- Submit a Professional Program Application to confirm your program and campus selection.
Appeal for Extenuating Circumstances: Students who are unable to meet these requirements due to extenuating circumstances may submit an appeal for consideration to the program. This appeal should be submitted in writing to the Dean of the College of Nursing or the College of Health Science.
Program-Specific Requirements
Program Prerequisites
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| BIO 1210 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO 1211 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab |
| BIO 1220 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO 1221 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab |
| BIO 2150 | Pathophysiology |
| BIO 2210 | Nutrition |
| BIO 2410 | Microbiology |
| CHM | Chemistry of Life |
| MTH 2750 | Statistical Methods |
| PSY 2210 | Developmental Psychology |
Program Prerequisites
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| BIO 1210 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO 1211 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab |
| BIO 1220 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO 1221 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab |
| BIO 2410* | Microbiology |
| COM 1010 | Composition and Critical Thinking I |
| COM 1020 | Composition and Critical Thinking II |
| ELECTIVE | General Education Elective |
| HSC 1010 | Introduction to Health Professions |
| MTH 1150 | Quantitative Reasoning |
| PSY 2050 | Self and Society |
*While BIO 2410 Microbiology is preferred as a prerequisite, BIO 2150 Pathophysiology may also be used to fulfill the prerequisite requirement. Both courses are required for completion of the program.
Semester 1
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| CHM 1410 | Chemistry of Life |
| COM 1010 | Composition and Critical Thinking I |
| MTH 1150 | Quantitative Reasoning |
| VET 1010A | Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technology |
| VET 1011 | Anatomy and Physiology for Veterinary Technology Lab |
Semester 1
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| BIO 1210 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I |
| BIO 1211 | Human Anatomy and Physiology I Lab |
| COM 1010 | Composition and Critical Thinking I |
| HSC 1010 | Introduction to Health Professions |
| MTH 1150 | Quantitative Reasoning |
Semester 2
| Course ID | Course Title |
|---|---|
| BIO 1220 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II |
| BIO 1221 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II Lab |
| BIO 2150 | Pathophysiology |
| COM 1020 | Composition and Critical Thinking II |
| PSY 2050 | Self and Society |
Application Process
- Please allow at least 10-15 minutes to complete this application.
- Once offered a program seat, you will have seven days to accept or decline your offer before the seat is forfeited and offered to the next qualified student.
- Transfer Credits: If you completed any prerequisite or required courses at another institution, you must submit an Official Transcript to Baker College by the application priority deadline.
- If you do not yet have access to the application, please request it here.