Undergraduate Admissions

The UB School of Nursing offers a diverse range of nationally ranked undergraduate programs that provide a strong foundation in nursing practice, equipping students with the skills needed for high-impact careers in clinical practice, patient care and health care innovation. 

About Our Admissions Process

  • The School of Nursing reserves the right to change admission and program criteria to meet prevailing accreditation and registration requirements.
  • Our application process is competitive and based on holistic review of application materials.
  • Applicants who have been dismissed from other nursing programs are not eligible for admission. 
  • Applicants who previously attended a nursing program but were not dismissed must submit the verification of good standing form.

Which Program is Right for Me?

Find your nursing program
I am a... I want to... Program
High school student Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
College student or have some college credit Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
Current UB undergraduate student Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
College graduate with a bachelor's degree (non-nursing) Become a registered nurse Traditional BS
Accelerated BS
Graduating college senior (non-nursing major) Become a registered nurse Accelerated BS
Registered nurse with an associate degree in nursing Advance my nursing education to the bachelor's level RN to BS

Admissions Requirements by Program

Traditional BS in Nursing
Accelerated BS in Nursing
RN to BS

Additional Information

Tuition & Aid
Will transfer credit satisfy any of the prerequisites?