Many programs require different or additional requirements as outlined below. Students should speak to an Admissions Counselor or to a Program Director prior to registration to ensure they understand the academic requirements and technical standards required for advancement in the program of their choice.
Program Specific Requirements
Applicants are reviewed holistically where experience, academic metrics, and personal attributes are all considered in the admission review process in addition to the following:
Diagnostic Medical Sonography – Certificate
Graduate with a 3.0 CGPA from a patient facing Allied Health/Life Sciences program with a *Diploma, associate or bachelor degree or Degree active licensure, registry, certification (i.e., Respiratory Therapy, Medical Assisting, Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy, Surgical Technology, Nursing, or Radiography).
* Transcripts will be reviewed to determine compliance with academic requirements for Diploma graduates.
Echocardiography – Certificate
Graduate with a 3.0 CGPA from a patient facing Allied Health/Life Sciences program with a *Diploma, associate or bachelor degree or Degree active licensure, registry, certification (i.e., Respiratory Therapy, Medical Assisting, Massage Therapy, Physical Therapy, Surgical Technology, Nursing, or Radiography).
* Transcripts will be reviewed to determine compliance with academic requirements for Diploma graduates.
Healthcare Informatics – Certificate
High school or college Biology with a minimum “C” earned grade.
High school or college Algebra with a minimum “C” earned grade.
Healthcare Informatics A.A.S. and B.S.
High school diploma with an 80% minimum CGPA or 2625 minimum GED score.
*High school or college Biology with a minimum “C” earned grade.
*High school or college Algebra with a minimum “C” earned grade.
* These Biology and Algebra courses must be completed by the end of the first semester.
Healthcare Management – B.P.S.
The program is designed as the Upper Division portion of a baccalaureate degree. Applicants must hold an Associate’s Degree in nursing or an allied health discipline from an accredited institution. Allied health disciplines are defined as those listed in the Association of Schools of Allied Health Professions web site (See http://www.asahp.org/what-is). Applicants who have graduated from a program that is not accredited, but is approved and registered with the US Department of Education, are also eligible for admission.
Applicants must have completed 60 or more credit hours in their prior Associate’s degree program.
Applicants must have earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 in their prior program and must have earned a minimum grade of “C” in all healthcare-related courses. Applicants who have a GPA below 2.50 may be considered for the BPS in Healthcare Management program if they can demonstrate extensive post-degree clinical experience in their Associate’s major or if they can provide information of extenuating circumstances which may have temporarily hampered their ability to maintain the 2.50 GPA.
Massage Therapy - Certificate & A.A.S.
High school or college Biology with a minimum earned grade of “C”.
Current and transfer students must have a minimum final semester average of 2.0 with minimum grades of “C” in laboratory sciences.
Medical Assistant - Certificate & A.A.S.
High school or college Natural Science with a minimum earned grade of “C”.
Current and transfer students must have a minimum 2.0 cumulative grade point average with minimum grades of “C” in all laboratory science courses.
Nursing Application Deadlines for Nursing Programs
Fall: March 1st
Spring and Summer: November 1st
Nursing program applications will continue to be reviewed until all seats are filled.
Students should meet with a member of the nursing administrative team prior to registration to ensure students understand the academic progression requirements for the nursing program.
Admission to the nursing program is based on a number of factors including academic metrics, experience and personal attributes, and other factors as outlined on the Nursing Admissions Guidelines.
Nursing – A.A.S.
High school diploma with an 85% minimum cumulative Grade Point Average or 2750 minimum GED score.
High school or college Biology with a minimum earned grade of “C”
Current and transfer students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 with minimum grades of “C” in all pre-requisite courses.
Successful placement on the HESI A2 entrance exam with a composite and category score of 75%.
Students must have successfully completed college level Anatomy and Physiology I Lecture and Lab with a minimum grade of “C”.
Maintenance of “C” or better in all course work and students must meet progression requirements in order to progress within the program.
Applicants who have been unsuccessful in Anatomy and Physiology I or II with lab more than once within the past 3 years will not be considered for the program. This includes grades of WF, F, and FX.
Nursing – B.S.
Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50 and a minimum grade of “C” in all nursing courses.
Applicants who have a CGPA below 2.50 may be considered for the Baccalaureate in Nursing Program if they have extensive clinical experiences or extenuating circumstances.
Applicants who have graduated from a non-accredited nursing program, but is approved and registered with the New York State Education Department, are also eligible for admission.
Applicants must submit official transcripts from all Colleges and/or universities attended and current nursing license if applicable.
Graduates from an Associate’s Degree in Nursing Program who have not yet obtained their nursing license may be admitted to the program and allowed to take only courses offered in the first semester. Students may not progress until proof of licensure has been provided.
Practical Nursing Certificate
High School Diploma (minimum 75% average) or GED Diploma with a minimum score of 2500
Successful placement on the HESI A2 entrance exam with a composite and category score of 73%.
High school or college Biology with a minimum earned grade of “C”
Current and transfer students must have a minimum 2.5 college-level Cumulative Grade Point Average with minimum grades of “C” in all pre-requisite courses.
Radiologic Technology – A.A.S.
Students are encouraged to meet with an admissions counselor or Program Director prior to registration to ensure they understand the academic requirements.
High school diploma with a 85% minimum CGPA or 2750 minimum GED score.
High school or college Algebra, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics with a minimum grade of “C”.
Current and transfer students must have a minimum 2.75 cumulative grade point average with minimum grades of “C” in all courses.
Students must be 18 years of age or older by September 15 of the 1st semester in the Radiologic Technology program.
Surgical Technology A.A.S.
Acceptance into the program is based on clinical space availability and successful completion of all prerequisites.
High school or college Biology with a minimum earned grade of “C”
High school diploma with a 85% minimum CGPA or 2750 minimum GED score
Current and transfer students must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative grade point average with minimum grades of “C” in all courses.