Nursing Direct Admit Application

Skip to the head of the line for Nursing Program acceptance and get a guaranteed cohort spot in a future Nursing class!

Newman University's prestigious Nursing Program is accepted by the healthcare industry as one of the most-coveted programs in the Midwest. Normally, students apply for the Nursing Program after completing a series of pre-requisite and general education courses in their first two years as undergraduate students. However, for a select group of high-achieving students, Newman offers a Direct Admission option. Students offered Direct Admission based on a separate application process would be guaranteed a cohort spot in a future Nursing class. Students would not be required to apply during their second year at Newman, provided that program requirements continue to be met.

REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible to apply for Direct Admission into the Nursing Program, students must meet the following criteria:

Be a high school senior OR a first-year college student with fewer than 25 credit hours; AND
Have a cumulative high school 3.60+ GPA OR score a composite 24+ ACT (or 1160+ SAT); AND
Demonstrate community service and leadership experience.

HOW TO APPLY

Once you have applied and been accepted to Newman University, you may begin your application.

Complete the online application and supporting materials, which include the submission of two professional or academic references (to be contacted separately by admissions for the completion of online recommendations), a short service résumé, and an overview of licensure policies.
- Deadline: Rolling

Register to attend an interview which will include a review of licensure policies and brief writing and math assessments.

REQUIREMENTS FOLLOWING SUCCESSFUL ADMISSION

To retain your guaranteed spot in your nursing cohort once you enroll at Newman, you must:

Complete all pre-requisite and general education coursework at Newman
Maintain a minimum cumulative 3.00+ GPA
Meet all requirements to the program’s clinical agencies prior to your first Nursing program semester

These requirements include a background check, health forms, proof of medical/liability insurance and CPR certification. For more information or if you have any questions please contact:

Georgia Drewes, Senior Associate Director of Admissions at drewesg@newmanu.edu or 316-942-4291 x2417

OR

Ashton Clarkson, MSN, Director of Nursing at clarksona@newmanu.edu or 316-942-4291 x2188

STUDENT INFORMATION

First Name*

Middle Name
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Last Name*

Student ID Number
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E-Mail Address*
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Mobile Phone Number*

Birthdate*

Home/Mailing Address*

Country

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City

Region

Postal Code

Current or Last School Attended*
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Are you planning to participate in a collegiate athletic program at Newman University?*

Please select an athletic program from this list below.*

Please select the option below which best describes you.*

NURSING PROGRAM INFORMATION

Have you ever applied to OR attended another School of Nursing?*

INITIAL LICENSURE LAWS, POLICIES, AND PROCEDURES

KANSAS NURSE PRACTICE ACT

65-1115. Licensure of professional nurses; qualifications of applicants; examination; refresher course; renewal license; title and abbreviation; temporary permit; exempt license.

(a) Qualifications of applicants. An applicant for a license to practice as a registered professional nurse shall:

(1) have graduated from an approved school of professional nursing in the United States or its territories or from a school of professional nursing in a foreign country which is approved by the board as defined in rules and regulations;

(2) have obtained other qualifications not in conflict with this act as the board may prescribe by rule and regulation; and

(3) file with the board written application for a license.

(b) Applicant deficient in qualifications. If the board finds in evaluating any applicant that such applicant is deficient in qualification or in the quality of such applicant’s educational experience, the board may require such applicant to fulfill such remedial or other requirements as the board may prescribe.

(1) The board shall issue a license to an applicant to practice as a registered professional nurse who has:

(A) Met the qualifications set forth in subsections (a) and (b);

(B) passed a written examination as prescribed by the board; and

65-1120. Grounds for disciplinary actions; proceedings; witnesses; costs; professional incompetency defined; criminal justice record information.

(a) Grounds for disciplinary actions. The board may deny, revoke, limit or suspend any license or authorization to practice nursing as a registered professional nurse, as a licensed practical nurse, as an advanced practice registered nurse or as a registered nurse anesthetist that is issued by the board or applied for under this act or may publicly or privately censure a licensee or holder of a temporary permit or authorization, if the applicant, licensee or holder of a temporary permit or authorization is found after hearing:

(1) To be guilty of fraud or deceit in practicing nursing or in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice nursing;

(2) to have been guilty of a felony or to have been guilty of a misdemeanor involving an illegal drug offense unless the applicant or licensee establishes sufficient rehabilitation to warrant the public trust, except that notwithstanding K.S.A. 74-120, and amendments thereto, no license or authorization to practice nursing as a licensed professional nurse, as a licensed practical nurse, as an advanced practice registered nurse or registered nurse anesthetist shall be granted to a person with a felony conviction for a crime against persons as specified in article 34 of chapter 21 of the Kansas Statutes Annotated, prior to their repeal, or article 54 chapter 21 of the Kansas Statutes annotated, or K.S.A. 2012 Supp. 21-6104, 21-6325, 21-6326 or 21-6418, and amendments thereto;

(3) to have committed an act of professional incompetency as defined in subsection (e);

(4) to be unable to practice with skill and safety due to current abuse of drugs or alcohol;

(5) to be a person who has been adjudged in need of a guardian or conservator, or both, under the act for obtaining a guardian or conservator, or both, and who has not been restored to capacity under that act;

(6) to be guilty of unprofessional conduct as defined by rules and regulations of the board;

(7) to have willfully or repeatedly violated the provisions of the Kansas nurse practice act or any rules and regulations adopted pursuant to that act, including K.S.A. 65-1114 and 65-1122 and amendments thereto;

(8) to have a license to practice nursing as a registered nurse or as a practical nurse denied, revoked, limited or suspended, or to be publicly or privately censured, by a licensing authority of another state, agency of the United States government, territory of the United States or country or to have other disciplinary action taken against the applicant or licensee by a licensing authority of another state, agency of the United States government, territory of the United States or country. A certified copy of the record or order of public or private censure, denial, suspension, limitation, revocation or other disciplinary action of the licensing authority of another state, agency of the United States government, territory of the United States or country shall constitute prima facie evidence of such a fact for purposes of this paragraph (8); or

(9) to have assisted suicide in violation of K.S.A. 21-3406, prior to its repeal, or K.S.A. 2012 Supp. 21-5407, and amendments thereto, as established by any of the following:

(A) A copy of the record of criminal conviction or plea of guilty for a felony in violation of K.S.A.

21-3406, prior to its repeal or K.S.A. 2012 Supp. 21-5407, and amendments thereto.

(B) A copy of the record of a judgment of contempt of court for violating an injunction issued under

K.S.A. 2012 Supp. 60-4404, and amendments thereto.

amendments thereto.

60-3-113. Reporting of certain misdemeanor convictions by the licensee. Pursuant to K.S.A. 65-1117 and amendments thereto, each licensee shall report to the board any misdemeanor conviction for any of the following substances or types of conduct, within 30 days from the date the conviction becomes final:

(a) Alcohol;

(b) any drugs;

(d) dishonesty;

(e) endangerment of a child or vulnerable adult;

(f) falsification;

(g) fraud;

(h) misrepresentation;

(i) physical, emotional, financial, or sexual exploitation of a child or vulnerable adult;

(j) physical or verbal abuse;

(k) theft;

(l) violation of a protection from abuse order or protection from stalking order; or

(m) any action arising out of a violation of any state or federal regulation.

Kansas Nurse Practice Act, Laws and Administrative Regulations.

Any legal issue within this information could block the ability to license as a Registered Nurse following graduation. Each state defines the qualifications of applicants for a license to practice as a registered professional nurse per the laws and statutes of that state. Students planning to apply for licensure in a state other than Kansas should communicate with the State Board of Nursing for that state to confirm qualifications and any barriers to licensure.

I have read and understand the Initial Licensure Laws, Policies and Procedures Kansas Nurse Practice Act (above) and acknowledge that any legal issues on my behalf subject to this act could block my ability to be licensed as a Registered Nurse following graduation.*

PLEASE NOTE: Each state defines the qualifications an applicant must have to obtain a license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Students planning to apply for a license in a state other than Kansas should communicate with the State Board of Nursing for that particular state to confirm qualifications necessary and any barriers there may be to becoming a licensed Registered Nurse.

Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime?*
This does not include speeding or parking tickets.

Please list and give detail of your experiences working and/or volunteering in a health-related field/setting.*
Please list and give detail of your experiences working and/or volunteering in a health-related field/setting.

From which colleges/universities do you currently have college credit?*
Please indicate what classes you've completed at each college/university.

Please share your account of an accomplishment that has given you great satisfaction.*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please share your reasons for selecting Nursing as a career.*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please share your plans and aspirations for the future. Where do you see yourself in 5 years, 10 years?*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Acknowledgment of Program Requirements

If offered Direct Admission to the Newman University Nursing Program, I understand that I:

Must complete all pre-requisite and general education coursework at Newman University;
- Does NOT include concurrent credit taken during high school OR the Summer semester prior to beginning classes at Newman as a full-time student.
Must maintain a minimum cumulative 3.00+ GPA while attending Newman University; and
Must meet all requirements to the program’s clinical agencies prior to my first Nursing Program semester.
- Includes a background check, health forms, proof of medical/liability insurance, and CPR certification.

I also understand that if I change my major from Nursing at any point, I may need to re-apply for the Nursing Program.

Please enter your FULL NAME below to verify you understand and agree to the program requirements listed above.*

SERVICE RÉSUMÉ

Please list all service, volunteerism, and leadership completed in relation to your HOME & FAMILY.*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please list all service, volunteerism, and leadership completed in relation to your SCHOOL & ATHLETICS.*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please list all service, volunteerism, and leadership completed in relation to your CHURCH (if applicable).*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please list all service, volunteerism, and leadership completed in relation to your COMMUNITY.*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Please list all service, volunteerism, and leadership completed in relation to any SERVICE TRIPS and/or TRAVEL ABROAD experiences (if applicable).*
Be specific - details are appreciated!

Attach a Personal/Professional Résumé (WORD/PDF)
This component is optional, but encouraged.

REFERENCES

Please share the name, title, relationship to you, email, and phone number of the TWO persons who will serve as references for you.

These persons may NOT be a family member OR family friend - each person should be a professional acquaintance, such as a teacher, employer, or volunteer supervisor who is familiar with you, your work ethic, and your character.

Each reference will be contacted via email to complete an online recommendation for you. As a professional courtesy, please notify both references that you will be sharing their names and information here, and PLEASE double-check that email addresses are accurate, or references will NOT receive an emailed request to complete this component.

Reference #1 - First & Last Name*

Reference #1 - Job Title*

Reference #1 - E-Mail Address*
Please double-check to make sure this email address is CORRECT, or your reference will NOT receive an emailed request to complete a recommendation for you.

Reference #1 - Phone*

Reference #2 - First & Last Name*

Reference #2 - Job Title*

Reference #2 - E-Mail Address*
Please double-check to make sure this email address is CORRECT, or your reference will NOT receive an emailed request to complete a recommendation for you.

Reference #2 - Phone*

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION

Please enter the information below for ONE parent or legal guardian.

Parent/Guardian First Name*

Parent/Guardian Last Name*

Parent/Guardian E-Mail Address*

Parent/Guardian Mobile Phone*

SIGNATURE

The Newman University Nursing Program will not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, religion, age, national origin, handicap, or disability (unrelated to occupational or curricular requirements, veteran status, or any other classification protected by local, state and/or federal law). Any persons having inquiries concerning this may contact the Vice President for Academic Affairs, 3100 McCormick Wichita KS 67213-2097 or by calling (800) 736-7585 or (316) 942-4291 ext. 2127.

Student Electronic Signature*
Please review the information above for accuracy, then type your full name to acknowledge the information submitted on this form is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

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