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Olympic College Mission Olympic College enriches our diverse communities through quality education
and support so students achieve their educationals goals.
Olympic College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, sexual
orientation, or age in its programs and activities.
Bachelor of Science
Nursing (RN to BSN)
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program (BSN) is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).
Application Packet
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
RN to BSN Program Application
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) at Olympic College is the first degree of its kind to be offered at a
community college in the state. The new program offers students who have obtained an associate/diploma nursing
degree an opportunity to obtain a baccalaureate degree in their field.
Earning a BSN degree will provide multiple benefits to the associate degree registered nurse and the greater health
community. The BSN curriculum is designed to foster professional development of the registered nurse. The program
promotes a learning environment that is student-focused, open, liberating, and dynamic.
Applicants to the Olympic College RN to BSN program must meet the following requirements:
Current unrestricted licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Washington (provisional admission is offered
to students in the last year of an associate degree program in nursing). Advanced placement credit is awarded
based on verification of successful completion of NCLEX (RN) exam.
One year of clinical practice (ADN clinicals apply as experience)
A cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 in all college coursework
35 nursing credits from a regionally accredited Associate Degree Nursing program
A minimum of 35 quarter credits completed of general education requirements
A minimum grade of 2.0 in each of the required courses
180 Total Credits required for ADN to BSN Degree Requirements
General Education Credits (total earned in ADN and/or BSN) 65
Nursing Credits in ADN 35
Nursing Credits for RN Licensure 35
Upper Division Nursing Courses 35
Upper Division General Education Electives 10
Total Credits 180
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RN-BSN General Education Requirements (for graduation)
Foreign Language Two years in high school of the same foreign language or 10
credits of one language at the college level.1
Mathematics 5 credits. Requirement fulfilled by advanced math or petition.
Symbolic Reasoning/
Quantitative Skills 5 credits. Requirement fulfilled by statistics.
Writing 15 credits. Must include 5 credits of English composition and 10 additional credits of writing-
intensive coursework.2
Humanities 15 credits. College-level foreign language credits can be applied toward this requirement, and
may be completed while in OC ADN to BSN program.
Social Sciences 15 credits. May be completed in OC ADN and BSN programs.
Natural Sciences
28 credits. Must include 5 credits of college level chemistry, 10 credits of anatomy and
physiology (can be met via examination), 3 credits of microbiology (can be met via
examination), 5 credits of advanced math (can be petitioned) and 5 credits of statistics.
Electives To complete total of 65 general education requirements. 1
Students who were educated in another language through the 8th grade may be exempt from this requirement . 2 10 additional credits of writing-intensive coursework may be met through coursework in the OC BSN program.
Financial Aid
For information regarding financial aid, contact the Office of Financial Aid at 360-475-7160. When completing the
FAFSA, use the OC Title IV code – 003784.
After acceptance into the program, students are required to provide documentation of:
Current immunizations, BLS for Health Care Providers, Completion of Conviction/Criminal History Form, and
Washington State Patrol Criminal Background Check
Olympic College Nursing Program Contacts
Sue Riddle BSN Recruiter/ Nursing Advisor 360-475-7175
Dr. Minerva Holk Acting Director of RN-BSN Program 360-475-7331
Dr. Jennifer Glasier Dean of Enrollment Services 360-475-7208
Nursing Program Office 360-475-7748
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
Application Process
Application to the RN to BSN program involves three steps:
1. If you have not attended Olympic College previously, complete the general admission application at:
http://www.olympic.edu/admissions
2. Complete the RN to BSN application below or download a new copy at:
https://www.olympic.edu/nursing/nursing-bachelor-science-nursing-rn-bsn/additional-information-
resources
Or, mail completed application to:
Olympic College
Attn: BSN Admissions
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337
3. Submit supporting documents:
a. One official transcripts from all previous academic and nursing course work. High school transcripts
should be submitted if foreign language was completed in high school.
b. Resume outlining nursing and/or academic clinical experience
c. Essay describing your personal and professional experiences. Include leadership, special achievements,
accomplishments, special skills, previous work in diverse communities or disadvantaged populations,
and professional and educational goals.
d. Three professional recommendations from RNs (ADN faculty members are fine) who know the
applicant’s abilities or work colleagues in the clinical setting.
OC RN-BSN Admission is based on the following:
Providing all required application packet materials, meeting the admission requirements,
academic background, and personal essay.
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1600 Chester Avenue, Box 217
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
A non-refundable fee of $50 must accompany this application. Make check/money order payable to Olympic College. (Code 148-061-1V34)
How did you find out about the Olympic College RN-BSN program? OC website Ad in Washington Nursing Friend or Co-worker Recruiting Event or Other: Specify ______________
OC Student Identification Number (if any)
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Have you ever applied or attended classes for credit at
Olympic College? Yes No
If yes, when? _______________________________
Year and quarter you wish to enter: Fall (September) Winter (January)
Spring (March) Summer (June) Year
Social Security Number*
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*Your social security number is confidential and, under a federal law called the Family Educational
Rights & Privacy Act, the College will protect it from unauthorized use and/or disclosure. In
compliance with state/federal requirements, disclosure may be authorized for the purposes of state
and federal financial aid, Hope/Lifetime Learning tax credits, academic transcripts, or accountability
research. A College ID number will be assigned for use in all future College transactions other than
those listed above.
Date of birth
/ / Month / Day / Year
Gender
Female
Male
Other
Quarter Code Student Program Date Application Rec’d Program plan interest:
Fall ______: 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year
Winter____:1.5 Year 2.5 Year
Legal Name (last Name) (first name) (middle)
Former name(s): If first or last name has changed, list your
former full name(s)
1. _____________________________________________
Address: Number and street/P.O. Box Apt. No.
2. _____________________________________________
City, State, ZIP Code
Daytime phone (include area code)
( )
Evening phone (include area code)
( ) Emergency phone
(include area code)
( )
Statistical Information
(This question is optional. The information is used for statistical
purposes only and will not be used in admissions decisions.
Completion of the information is voluntary and would not result in any
adverse treatment of your application.)
American Indian or Alaska Native (597)
Black or African American (872)
Chinese (605)
Filipino (608)
Japanese (611)
Korean (612)
Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander (653)
Vietnamese (619)
Caucasian or white (800)
Other Asian (621)
Other Pacific Islander (681)
Other race (799) (specify) _______________
Are you of Hispanic or Latino origin?
No (999)
Yes, Mexican, Mexican American, Chicano (722)
Yes, Cuban (709)
Yes, Other Spanish/Hispanic/Latino
Specify: __________________
Residency for tuition purposes
1. Have you been a legal resident of Washington and lived continuously in
Washington for the last 12 months? _____ Yes _____ No
If no, how long have you lived continuously in Washington?
_____ months
**A student cannot qualify as a legal resident of Washington for tuition
calculation purposes if s/he possesses a valid out-of-state driver’ license,
vehicle registration or other document that gives evidence of being a legal
resident in another state.
2. Were you claimed for federal income tax purposes by your mother, father,
or legal guardian in the current calendar year? ____Yes ____ No
In the past calendar year? ____Yes ____ No
If YES, has your mother, father or legal guardian lived continuously in
Washington for the past 12 months?
____Yes ____ No
3. Will you be attending college with financial aid provided by a public or
private non-federal agency or institution outside of Washington where state
residency is a requirement for receiving that aid? ____Yes ____ No
4. Are you active duty military stationed in Washington?
____Yes ____ No.
Are you the spouse or dependent of an active duty military person stationed in
WA? ____Yes ____ No
Are you a U.S. citizen? Yes No*
If not a U.S. citizen, list country of citizenship
__________________________________
If not a U.S. citizen, what is your Visa status?
International Student (with F or M Visa)
Visitor
Temporary Resident
Alien No. ________________________
Immigrant/Permanent Resident
Alien No. _________________________
Refugee/Parolee or Conditional Entrant
Alien No. _________________________
Other Explain ______________________
*SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR IMMIGRATION DOCUMENTATION WITH
THIS APPLICATION.
Were you educated through grade 8 in a foreign language?
Yes No
Branch: Bremerton ____ Shelton _____ Poulsbo _____
Bangor/Naval Hosp _____
Residency Code Fee Pay Status
GED test taken? Yes No
If yes, date earned _________________
Where? ____________________________
Pre-college tests taken: ACCUPLACER ASSET COMPASS
Year ______ Where_________________________
Veterans and/or dependents may quality for educational benefits.
Check here to receive additional information.
Name of last high school attended
HS Code City and State
Years attended
From To Year______ Year _____
Graduated
Yes, Year ____
No, Highest Grade
completed ___
How much academic study of a foreign language (languages or language) have you completed?
High School: (number of years)
College: (quarters) or (semesters)
Were you educated in a foreign language to grade 8?
Yes, Language __________________
No
Note: If you studied a foreign language or intermediate algebra in
high school, you must submit official copies of your high school
transcripts so that we can verify that they fulfill your admission
requirements.
APPLICATION FOR ADMISSION Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN) PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT WITH A BALL POINT PEN
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List all college and technical schools and universities you have attended, in the order you attended them.
(No omissions. Attach separate sheet if necessary.)
OFFICE USE
code College or school name
Location Years attended Degree and date received or
expected
(mo./year) City State From To
IMPORTANT If currently enrolled in college, list all courses you are taking or plan to take between now and when you plan to enter the Olympic College RN-BSN Program.
List only those courses that will not appear on the college transcripts you are having sent to admissions at OC. Attach separate sheet if necessary.
Fall Term (Yr.) Qtr. Sem.
College:
Winter Term (Yr.) Qtr. Sem.
College:
Spring Term (Yr.) Qtr. Sem.
College:
Summer Term (Yr.) Qtr. Sem.
College:
Prefix & no.
EXAMPLE
ENGL 101
Short Title
English Comp.
Credits
5
Prefix & no.
Short Title
Credits
Prefix & no.
Short Title
Credits
Prefix & no.
Short Title
Credits
Application submission must include:
$50 application fee.
Official transcripts from all previous academic and nursing course work. High school transcripts should be submitted if foreign language was
completed in high school (may be delivered under separate cover.)
Resume outlining nursing and/or academic clinical experience.
An essay describing your personal and professional experiences, leadership, special achievements, accomplishments, special sk ills, previous work in
diverse communities or disadvantaged populations, and professional and educational goals.
Three professional recommendations (may be delivered under separate cover.)
By signing this form, I acknowledge that statements I have made in this application are complete and true. I hereby give my permission to release any
academic records requested by Olympic College. I acknowledge that failure to disclose and submit official transcripts from all schools, colleges, or
universities attended and failure to disclose and submit complete and accurate information may result in denial of admission or subsequent dismissal
from Olympic College. I understand that my application is incomplete without my signature.
Full legal signature
Date complete
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
Request for Recommendation Applicant name:_______________________________________________________________________ TO THE RECOMMENDER: The applicant named above is applying to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. As a part of the application process, performance in several areas is assessed. We appreciate your responses to the questions below. Please describe the applicant’s performance by checking one appropriate space for each area of performance.
Statement Excellent Above Average
Average Below Average
Not Known
Knowledge of nursing
Applies knowledge to practice
Implements new techniques and knowledge
Works well with others
Leads others
Manages/supervises others
Contributes as a member of organization
Communicates effectively
Works independently
Overall, is competent in own specialty
Responsibility
Adaptability
Acceptance of feedback
Ability to learn
Please add other comments as desired on the back of this sheet; attach additional pages as needed. Recommender’s Name (please print) ____________________________________________ ____________________________ _______________________________ ________________________ Signature Position/Title Date __________________________ ___________________ __________________ _______________
Company Phone Number Relationship to Applicant Years Known
Return to:
Olympic College
Attn: BSN Admissions
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
To the Applicant:
Under provisions of Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, and under
College guidelines pursuant to that Act, a student (defined as any person who has been officially admitted
and registered at Olympic College) has the right to review recommendations made in his or her behalf unless
the student waives this right at the time the recommendation is solicited. If you wish to waive your right to
review this recommendation, please indicate by signing here:
Applicant Signature:_________________________________ Date:__________________________
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PERSONAL COMMENTS
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
Request for Recommendation Applicant name:_______________________________________________________________________ TO THE RECOMMENDER: The applicant named above is applying to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. As a part of the application process, performance in several areas is assessed. We appreciate your responses to the questions below. Please describe the applicant’s performance by checking one appropriate space for each area of performance.
Statement Excellent Above Average
Average Below Average
Not Known
Knowledge of nursing
Applies knowledge to practice
Implements new techniques and knowledge
Works well with others
Leads others
Manages/supervises others
Contributes as a member of organization
Communicates effectively
Works independently
Overall, is competent in own specialty
Responsibility
Adaptability
Acceptance of feedback
Ability to learn
Please add other comments as desired on the back of this sheet; attach additional pages as needed. Recommender’s Name (please print) ____________________________________________ ____________________________ _______________________________ ________________________ Signature Position/Title Date __________________________ ___________________ __________________ _______________
Company Phone Number Relationship to Applicant Years Known
Return to:
Olympic College
Attn: BSN Admissions
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
To the Applicant:
Under provisions of Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, and under
College guidelines pursuant to that Act, a student (defined as any person who has been officially admitted
and registered at Olympic College) has the right to review recommendations made in his or her behalf unless
the student waives this right at the time the recommendation is solicited. If you wish to waive your right to
review this recommendation, please indicate by signing here:
Applicant Signature:_________________________________ Date:__________________________
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PERSONAL COMMENTS
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing
(RN to BSN)
Request for Recommendation Applicant name:_______________________________________________________________________ TO THE RECOMMENDER: The applicant named above is applying to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. As a part of the application process, performance in several areas is assessed. We appreciate your responses to the questions below. Please describe the applicant’s performance by checking one appropriate space for each area of performance.
Statement Excellent Above Average
Average Below Average
Not Known
Knowledge of nursing
Applies knowledge to practice
Implements new techniques and knowledge
Works well with others
Leads others
Manages/supervises others
Contributes as a member of organization
Communicates effectively
Works independently
Overall, is competent in own specialty
Responsibility
Adaptability
Acceptance of feedback
Ability to learn
Please add other comments as desired on the back of this sheet; attach additional pages as needed. Recommender’s Name (please print) ____________________________________________ ____________________________ _______________________________ ________________________ Signature Position/Title Date __________________________ ___________________ __________________ _______________
Company Phone Number Relationship to Applicant Years Known
Return to:
Olympic College
Attn: BSN Admissions
1600 Chester Avenue
Bremerton, WA 98337-1699
To the Applicant:
Under provisions of Public Law 93-380, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, and under
College guidelines pursuant to that Act, a student (defined as any person who has been officially admitted
and registered at Olympic College) has the right to review recommendations made in his or her behalf unless
the student waives this right at the time the recommendation is solicited. If you wish to waive your right to
review this recommendation, please indicate by signing here:
Applicant Signature:_________________________________ Date:__________________________
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PERSONAL COMMENTS