Nursing Admissions

SCC is excited to help you fulfill your dream in the health care field. Whether you are just beginning or need to finish up, SCC can help you along your career path. Admission to the Nursing program is a two-step process. You must first complete the general admissions process to be accepted as a Health Science student. More details can be found below.

Nursing Admissions

NOTE: The information found on this website is for the 2027-2028 program. The 2027-2028 Nursing Portfolio process (Step-2 Selective Admissions) will go live on September 1, 2026

Practical Nursing Certificate

AAS Degree in Nursing

Two-Step Application Process

More detailed information about each step is explained at our Nursing Information Sessions. It is recommended that you attend one of these sessions.

STEP 1 General Admissions

✓ Submit your general application online (choose Health Science as your major).

✓ Submit official high school transcript or proof of GED.

✓ Submit all official college transcripts (if applicable).

STEP 2 Selective Admissions

✓ Create your nursing portfolio with all requirements (see Nursing Information Session documentation).

✓ Satisfy the prerequisite requirement for Anatomy & Physiology I (BIO 220).

✓ Schedule and complete any required testing (NLN/NEX).

✓ Submit your nursing portfolio before deadline.