Application Requirements

NSCC’s Nurse Education LPN-RN program is CLOSED for Fall 2025. All information sessions for Fall 2025 admissions have concluded.

Fall 2025 Admissions

Priority application deadline: Passed
Application Inquiries: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu
Checklist: Download the Application Checklist

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Step 1: Attend a Mandatory Information Session

Before applying, all students must attend an Information Session to learn about admission requirements, curriculum, clinical experiences, and the application process.

Location: Virtual (Zoom) & In-Person (Danvers Campus).
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Attendance: Arrive on time! Late arrivals (10+ minutes) will not be admitted and must attend a future session. Info sessions will be recorded.

No Upcoming Sessions

Check back in mid-August for Fall 2026 information session dates and sign-up opportunities.

For information or concerns about this program's info sessions, please email hpadmin@northshore.edu.

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Step 2: Take the ATI Exams in Maternal Newsborn and Pediatric Nursing

Exam Requirements:

• Must be taken at NSCC (online ATI exams not accepted)
• Proficiency level score of 1 or higher
• Max 2 attempts within a year (Sept 1 - Aug 31)
• Tests from other locations require an official transcript from ATI (Order Here)

NSCC reserves the right to verify all score reports for exams taken in testing locations other than NSCC. Exams taken at other locations must adhere to proctoring requirements with a secured browser.

To schedule and pay for the exam, visit: https://www2.registerblast.com/northshore/Exam/List. For information or concerns about the ATI Exams, please contact TEAS@northshore.edu.

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Step 3: Complete the Online Application

Submit the Selective Admissions Application for the year you are applying (previous applications do not count).

Required Documents

• Completed application
• Essay (see Step 4)
• ATI scores (if taken at NSCC, these will be attached automatically)
• Other supporting materials (see below)

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Step 4: Write & Submit Your Essay

Upload your word-processed essay with your application. The essay should be approximately 1-2 pages in length and must answer all questions. 

Prompt: Why you would like to advance your education and pursue a career as a registered nurse?

• What qualities do you feel will make you a good candidate for the North Shore Community College Nurse Education Program?
• Identify strategies you will use to ensure success in the Program.
• Make sure you answer all components of this question.

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Step 5: Submit Transcripts

All official transcripts from previous colleges/universities must be sent directly to NSCC. If you’ve already submitted transcripts, you must send updated ones if you’ve completed additional coursework. You must include an official transcript with proof of graduation from a practical/vocational school approved by the State Board of Nursing.

How to Submit

1. Email: SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu
2. Mail:
   NSCC Admissions Office
   1 Ferncroft Road, Danvers, MA 01923

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Step 7: Submit High School Transcript or GED

Upload your high school transcript or GED score report. If you submitted this within the last 5 years, confirm with SelectiveAdmissions@northshore.edu.

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Additional Requirements

Employer Reference

Letter of recommendation completed by a nursing manager or supervisor must be submitted on employer letterhead detailing a minimum of 6 months employment as an LPN. Your letter must be in a sealed envelope with the recommenders signature across the seal. 

MA LPN License

Submit a copy of a valid license as an LPN from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Course Requirements

To be considered for the LPN - RN program, you will need to provide details in your application on the successful completion (final grade of C or higher) of ALL of the following college level courses, which are required for admission to this program option:

• Anatomy and Physiology 1 (must be ten years or younger at the time of admission)
• Anatomy and Physiology 2 (must be ten years or younger at the time of admission)
• Composition 1*
• Composition 2 Elective*
• Introduction to General Psychology*
• Human Growth and Development* (Must cover life span from birth to death)

* Indicates courses you may get credit for by passing certain examinations.  For further information please visit: northshore.edu/cas/

Chemistry Requirement

• High School or College Chemistry (C or higher, no time limit)

Math Requirement

Applicants must meet ONE of the following (no time limit):

• Completion of high school algebra with a final grade of C or higher
• MAT110 or equivalent with a final grade of C or higher
• MAT094 or equivalent with a final grade of C or higher
• MAT002 or MAT061 with a C or higher completed Fall 2016 or later
• Module 8 or higher
• Math proficiency and CEAR score of 54 or NGQA score of 262 or higher
• Math ACT score of 22 or higher
• SAT score of 510 or higher (if taken prior to 2016)
• SAT score of 540 or higher (if taken in 2016 or later)
• College level math course with final grade of C or higher

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Accreditation

North Shore Community College is an accredited public institute of higher education where all are welcome and each is challenged. NSCC is accredited by NECHE, the New England Commission of Higher Education.

Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)

The Nurse Education Associate in Science degree at North Shore Community College’s Ferncroft Road campus in Danvers, MA, is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN).  Additionally, the program is approved by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing.

ACEN Contact Information:
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
(404) 975-5000