Admission Information
Admission Coursework Information
Applicants to the Gavilan College ADN-RN Program must complete the coursework below before applying.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| BIO 7 | Human Anatomy | 4 |
| BIO 8 | Microbiology | 5 |
| BIO 9 | Human Physiology | 5 |
| AH 11 | Nutrition | 3 |
| AH 3 | Personal Life Cycle | 3 |
| ENGL C1000 | Composition | 4 |
| COMM C1000 | Introduction to Public Speaking | 3 |
| SOC 1A | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| PSYCH C1000 | Introduction to Psychology | 4 |
| STAT C | Introduction to Statistics | 4 |
Total Units: 38
A minimum grade of C (75%) is required in all prerequisite courses. A grade of C- is not acceptable. All prerequisites must be completed prior to application and are included in GPA calculations.
Additional General Education Courses
- Any arts/humanities course (3 units minimum)
- One course from Area 3 in the current Gavilan AA/AS General Education pattern
- History 1, History 2, History 5, or POLS C1000
- One 1-unit kinesiology activity course
Students are strongly encouraged to meet with a Nursing Counselor to review General Education requirements, develop an educational plan, and ensure all graduation requirements are met.
Science Course Policy
Online science courses with virtual laboratories are not accepted. Exception: courses completed between Spring 2020 and Fall 2022 will be accepted.
Admission Requirements
Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee admission.
- Submit a Gavilan College application and be eligible to attend Gavilan College.
- Provide proof of high school graduation or equivalent, including a High School Diploma, GED, or California High School Proficiency Exam. An Associate or Bachelor’s degree is an acceptable substitute.
- Meet with a Health & Wellness Pathway Counselor to review required coursework, develop an educational plan, and receive an overview of application timelines for the nursing program.
- Earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 college scale.
- Complete all prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of C. A C- is not acceptable.