RN Application Information

 2025 RN APPLICATION 

September 2-30, 2025

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ATTENTION!! Starting May 2026, a recency requirement for science coursework is being implemented. At time of application, science courses cannot be older than 7 years.

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For important dates, eligibility requirements, multi-criteria point system, TEAS information, required forms, and step-by-step instructions to apply to the RN program, please read the application instructions below. The 2025 application instructions will be available in March.

2024 RN APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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UPDATE TO SUBSTANDARD GRADES FOR REPEATS. Substandard grades have been updated on the nursing application instructions and appeal forms.

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The Cuesta nursing department offers complimentary TEAS testing for students applying to the Cuesta RN program. Starting in September 2025 you will find the October 2025 test dates and the link to register for the TEAS test on this webpage. 

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FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE- LINKS TO THE FORMS FOUND IN THE APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS ARE INCLUDED BELOW: 

ALL APPEAL AND VERIFICATION FORMS MUST BE SUBMITTED USING CURRENT FORMS 

• • Work experience verification FORM 

  • volunteer Experience verification Form

  • Proficiency in a language other than english verification form

  • APPEAL FORM -INELIGIBILITY DUE TO EXCESSIVE REPEATS

  • APPEAL FORM - POINT DEDUCTION FROM REPEATS IN PREREQUISITE COURSEWORK