Non-Degree enrollment
Try graduate nursing courses before applying to a degree
Non-degree enrollment is an opportunity for you to get a feel for CU Anschutz Nursing before you officially apply to a graduate program.
This is offered to nurses with a BS in Nursing who want to explore graduate-level classes or take a graduate-level class for professional development. You’ll be held to the same standard as all enrolled students at CU Anschutz Nursing.
Graduate courses
To take graduate courses, you need a bachelor’s degree in nursing. If you have a bachelor’s degree in something else, you need permission from the course instructor or specialty director to enroll.
Doctoral courses
For doctoral courses, you need a master of science degree in nursing. If you have a master’s degree in something else, you’ll need permission from the course instructor or specialty director to enroll.
Graduate Nursing Application open / Classes start
| Term | Application open | Classes start |
| Spring 2026 | October 27, 2025 | January 21, 2026 |
| Summer 2026 | March 23, 2026 | June 1, 2026 |
| Fall 2026 | July 6, 2025 | August 24, 2026 |
Non-degree program tuition
| Resident | Non-resident |
| $801 | $1,298 |
Get started
1
Check the requirements
Understand the admissions requirements like how many letters of recommendation you need and what courses should be on your transcript.
2
Start your application
Work on your application and submit it through NursingCAS.
Things to keep in mind:
Limited seats
There are limited seats in each class for students in the non-degree program. It’s not guaranteed you’ll get a spot in the class, or that the class you want to take will be offered. And keep in mind that not all courses are available to take as a non-degree student.
Application information
Applications are open for a short time and close three weeks before the start of each semester. Students approved for non-degree enrollment will receive an email with your registration permission number. If you want to register for future semesters, you must reapply for non-degree enrollment.
Credits and transcripts
Completed classes will appear on your CU Anschutz Nursing transcript, and you can transfer up to 12 credits toward a degree at CU Anschutz Nursing. The college does not guarantee the transfer of credits to other colleges or universities.
Eligible courses
Below is the course list for the upcoming semester. For a complete list of CU Anschutz Nursing courses, visit our course schedule page.