Admission Procedures Phase I
July 2026 Admissions
OUR ADMISSION IS NOW CLOSED FOR THE JULY 2025 PROGRAM START DATE. WE WILL BE OPENING PRE-ADMISSION TESTING IN SEPTEMBER FOR THE JULY 2026 START DATE.
The Practical Nursing Program is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and runs for 12 consecutive months beginning every July. This is a non-credit certificate program. Successful completion of all courses listed in the curriculum is required in order to graduate and receive your Certificate of Completion and be eligible for the NCLEX licensure examination. Courses taken at another institution may not be transferred to this program. To be eligible for consideration, candidates must be a high school graduate or GED certificate holder. There are no course prerequisites.
Phase I
The first step in the admission process (Phase I) is to complete the Practical Nursing Program Application.
Once you have completed your application, you will then register to take a pre-entrance exam. Our program uses the ATI Test of Essential Academic Skills (ATI TEAS®). This test measures basic essential skills of reading, mathematics, science, English and language usage.
The test is intended for adult health science program applicants. The objectives assessed on ATI TEAS® are those which health educators deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry-level academic readiness of Nursing applicants.
TEAS Testing for Class of 2027
To view test dates and important registration information please visit the Testing Center. Additional information about the TEAS Examination can be found under ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.
Additional Program Information
Financial Aid
Financial Aid is available for the Practical Nursing Program to those who qualify. Complete the FAFSA and obtain your Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID). Bucks' school code is 003239.
Note: Complete your FAFSA as soon as possible to ensure it is processed before the program begins. Late FAFSA submissions will result in delays. Upon completion of the FAFSA, please contact Financial Aid at 215-968-8000 to review any additional documents needed. When completed successfully, FAFSA information will arrive to the office in about 2 weeks.
Good Luck on your exam and we look forward to working with you as you pursue your nursing career!
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