Nursing Admissions

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Thinking about rmc nursing?

With small class sizes guaranteed, one-on-one attention from our expert faculty will give you the upper hand. You’ll get up close with your learning in our state-of-the-art simulation labs, and complete at least 500 hours of real-world clinical nursing experience. And best of all, you’re sure to graduate with the in-depth knowledge and practical skills you’ll need to enter the healthcare field with confidence.

Admission to our Bachelor of Science Nursing Program is open to students entering as freshmen, and freshmen internal transfers (when this option is available) only. For consideration, prospective students must first submit their application to Randolph-Macon.

your first step Submit your application to RMC

Admission is competitive, so we recommend applying under an early plan

Early Decision

If Randolph-Macon is your first choice and you’re confident you’ll attend if admitted, apply Early Decision (ED). This application plan is binding. If admitted, you agree to withdraw your applications from all other colleges and universities.


Early Action

Early Action (EA) is a non-binding application plan. This means you’re free to apply to other schools, and are under no obligation to commit to Randolph-Macon if admitted. EA offers an earlier admissions decision with more time to decide.

Regular decision

Regular Decision (RD) is a non-binding application plan, which means you’re free to apply to other schools. Choose RD if you need additional time to complete your admissions application.

Nursing Program application deadlines

Decision TypeDate
Early DecisionNovember 15
Early ActionNovember 15
Regular DecisionFebruary 1

Minimum Admission Criteria

Prospective students complete the nursing portion of the Randolph-Macon application or Common App for freshman admission to the College. It’s recommended that applicants complete the optional admissions interview with an admissions counselor. To be considered for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria. Keep in mind, meeting this minimum criteria does not guarantee program admission.

BSN Core performance standards

Additionally, please note that all nursing applicants will be required to submit the supplemental materials listed below. The nursing-specific portion of your application will populate after selecting ‘yes’ to nursing in your application to Randolph-Macon.

  • Answer two short prompts
  • Upload your resume
  • Letter of Recommendation

get to know us

Why rmc nursing

Inside the classroom and out, you’re guaranteed a highly-personalized and engaging academic experience. Learn more about our Nursing Program, including what sets us apart.

RMC Nursing Pinning Ceremony

Visit Campus

Did you know we offer in-depth tours of our state-of-the art nursing facilities?! Sign up for a daily campus visit on Monday, Friday, or Saturday and add on a special nursing tour.

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connect with a nursing student

Get the inside scoop from someone who knows it best. Connect with a current Randolph-Macon nursing student.

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Kellyn Moody, Sr. Associate Director of Admissions

Meet kellyn!

Your go-to resource as you navigate the college search and application process! Kellyn is here to answer all your nursing-related questions, and can guide you through the admissions and aid process.

Connect with kellyn
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Perfect your resume

A resume is a required component of the nursing portion of the RMC application. To help you get started, we’ve pulled together some resume-writing tips and tricks. Spend a little extra time to showcase your skills and accomplishments!

nursing Resume tips

Current Student Admission

Are you a current RMC student interested in transferring into the nursing program? Please see criteria for internal transfer, available only to RMC freshman.

RMC is not approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing to accept other transfer students into the program. However, we do have a pathway to nursing for transfer students.