The Capstone College of Nursing welcomes students with a baccalaureate
degree in another field to pursue a bachelor of science in nursing
degree. The lower division requirements are limited to those which provide
a direct base for the upper divsion nursing courses. See Program
of Studies 
. Once a student completes these lower division courses, s/he
may apply to the upper division. Promotion is a competitive process.
Decisions are based upon the following:
- A minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50 on all lower division courses required for second degree students.
- A minimum cumulative grade point average of a 2.00 on all required science courses.
- Completion of or current enrollment in all lower division courses at application deadline.
- Applicants who complete at least one-half of the required lower-division coursework in residence at UA will be given preference.
Application deadlines for promotion:
- March 15th - Summer promotion (Applications will begin to be accepted after January 1 annually for Summer)
- June 15th - Fall promotion (Applications will begin to be accepted after March 15 annually for Fall)
Students may choose to enroll in a summer session(s) to meet requirements and to adjust the program of studies to meet individual needs.
For more information, contact:
Office of Nursing Student Services
The University of Alabama
Capstone College of Nursing
Box 870358
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0358
1-800-313-3591
(205) 348-6639
nursing@bama.ua.edu