Transfer InformationDepartment of Nursing
Transfer to Gustavus for Nursing
Deciding to transfer to a new college is a significant decision that often comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty. At Gustavus, we understand the complexities of this transition and recognize the courage it takes to embark on a new academic journey. We’re here to help.
Why Study Nursing at Gustavus?
Preparing nurses to provide safe and quality care begins with classroom and clinical learning experiences. Nursing courses at Gustavus are engaging, interactive, and promote critical thinking and clinical reasoning. Additionally, our clinical learning experiences occur in urban and rural settings. Learning from faculty with decades of clinical practice experience, you'll graduate from the Gustavus Nursing Program equipped to be an authentic leader in your field and an essential member of interprofessional healthcare teams.
The Gustavus Nursing curriculum provides a broad understanding of the discipline of nursing as a way of looking at the world. Upon graduation, you'll be eligible to apply for initial licensure by examination for registered nurses offered by the National Council of State Boards of Nursing.
Fast stats about the Gustavus Nursing Program
- 100% placement of Gustavus Nursing students before or within six months of graduation
- 35 states and U.S. territories where Gustavus Nursing alums practice
- 97% average first-attempt pass rate of Gustavus graduates on the NCLEX-RN®
Application to Gustavus
STEP #1 - The Nursing major begins once every academic year in the FALL semester. Students interested in transferring to the Gustavus Nursing Program should first apply for admission to Gustavus using the Common Application.
Admission to the Nursing Major
STEP #2 - Once admitted, students will be eligible to then apply to the Nursing Program via the Holistic Admission Pathway, given they meet the nursing program application requirements. Students interested in transferring to Gustavus prior to completion of nursing prerequisites will complete necessary coursework at Gustavus before applying to the nursing program. Learn more about the HOLISTIC ADMISSION PATHWAY>
Credit Transfer
We recognize the significant efforts you've invested in your education so far. Because of this, Gustavus will accept up to 64 credits to be transferred, ensuring that your hard-earned accomplishments contribute to your degree at Gustavus.
Prerequisites and Student Course Planning
LEARN MORE about the prerequisites for the Nursing Program and see a sample plan for which courses you'll take along the way. Check how your nursing prerequisite coursework will transfer by contacting KP Pauly at kpauly@gustavus.edu or (507)933-6171.
Nursing Program Prerequisite Courses
- Biology
- Microbiology
- Chemistry
- Lifespan Development
- Anatomy & Physiology I
- Anatomy & Physiology II
- Psychology
- Pre-Health Professions
- Sociology/Anthropology
Nursing Department Mission and Program Outcomes
The Department of Nursing fosters the development of nursing professionals who demonstrate the values of justice, faith, community, excellence, and service through cognitive practice, integration of learning, ethical reflection, and intercultural understanding.
“My transfer experience has been great. All the staff at Gustavus, especially in the nursing department, have been extremely helpful in guiding me to where I want to be. My decision to transfer has been one of the best decisions I could've made for my future.”
Brooke Remington ’24, Nursing Major