Your nursing journey continues here
We know your nursing education may not start with us, and we’re here to make CU Nursing your home. We accept certain credits from accredited schools that meet our program requirements. Our dedicated enrollment advisers will work with you to evaluate your previous credits to create a path to your nursing degree.
Incoming credit guidelines
Undergraduate students
- We'll answer your questions about prerequisites
- Courses must match our program content and grade requirements
- Many Colorado institutions' courses are already approved and listed below
- Prerequisites are valid for 10 years
Graduate students
- Transfer up to 12 graduate credits
- Not sure if your courses transfer? Submit your transcripts and syllabi for an evaluation
- If you've already taken advanced nursing courses like Advanced Pathophysiology, Advanced Pharmacology, or Advanced Assessment, they might count if:
- Completed at an ACEN or CCNE accredited school
- Finished within the last five years
- Earned a B- or better
- Equivalent to CU Nursing’s credit requirements and covers lifespan-focused content
Special opportunities for APRNs
We have special considerations for transferring advanced coursework if you’re an Advanced Practice Registered nurse, even if the courses were completed more than five years ago. Talk to us about your unique situation.
You belong here
When you’re admitted to CU Nursing, you’re part of our family. Our faculty and staff are here to champion your success. We offer:
- Guidance about what credits we accept
- Support from experienced advisors
What to do next
Follow these guidelines to make sure your credits will be accepted at CU Nursing.
- Check our transfer credit guides for Colorado schools
- Graduate students: submit your transcripts for review*
- Undergraduate students: request a prerequisite evaluation
- Connect with an enrollment advisor
*Note: Credit review typically takes 2-4 weeks. Policy details are subject to change.