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Colorado Mountain
College Bachelor of
Science Degree in
Nursing (BSN)
Fall 2025 BSN Admission Information Packet
This application is only valid for submission until 2/15/2025.
After 2/15/2025, it is to be used for reference only.
Program Locations:
Breckenridge
Steamboat Springs
Spring Valley in Glenwood Springs
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Dear Prospective Nursing Student:
Thank you for your interest in the nursing program at Colorado Mountain College (CMC). We offer a
Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN). This degree is offered in-person at the Breckenridge,
Spring Valley, and Steamboat Springs campuses. The BSN nursing program builds upon an academic
foundation providing a comprehensive nursing education preparing students for licensure as a registered
nurse through examination. The program is designed to provide students with knowledge, skills, and
strong clinical judgement within the framework of safe, quality care for population focused nursing
practice. Graduates of this program are eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensing Exam
(NCLEX-RN) to obtain their RN license. The BSN degree at Colorado Mountain College is approved by
the Colorado State Board of Nursing and accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in
Nursing (ACEN), 3390 Peachtree Road N.E., Suite 1400, Atlanta, GA 30326; phone: 404-975-5000; fax:
404-975-5020;
http://www.acenursing.org/.
This packet is designed to provide information and guide you through the process of applying to the CMC
nursing program at any of the locations for the fall 2025 semester. Accepted applicants must meet
specific requirements. Admission to the CMC nursing program is a competitive process. All applicants are
strongly encouraged to work with our Admissions Representative for Health Sciences Programs, who can
provide you with information regarding general education courses to prepare for entrance to the BSN
program and connect you with a variety of resources.
Please pay close attention to the deadlines and details noted throughout this information packet to
enhance your opportunity for success in the application process. The application for admission and all
supporting documents must be submitted electronically no later than February 15, 2025. Transcripts
from other colleges and universities must be submitted by January 4, 2025. You must submit a general
CMC application (https://apply.coloradomtn.edu) to access the nursing application. Additionally,
transcripts will not be evaluated without a general CMC application on-file.
All nursing applications will be submitted electronically via CMC’s application system. If you have any
questions regarding admission requirements and to obtain access to the nursing application, please
contact Scott Schreiner, Admissions Representative for Health Sciences Programs, at 970-947- 8353 or
sschreiner@coloradomtn.edu. You may also contact Dr. Whitney Erickson, Dean, School of Nursing at
970-989-1325 or werickson@coloradomtn.edu.
We look forward to assisting you with the nursing application process!
Sincerely,
Dr. Whitney Erickson, DNP, RN, CEN
Dean, School of Nursing
Colorado Mountain College
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Approval and Accreditation
Approved by Colorado Board of Nursing
1560 Broadway, Suite 1350 Denver, CO 80202 (303) 894-2430
https://dpo.colorado.gov/Nursing/Education
Colorado Mountain College accredited by:
Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
230 South LaSalle Street,
Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604
Phone 312.263.0456
https://www.hlcommission.org/
Accredited by:
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN)
3390 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
Phone 404-975-5000
Fax 404-975-5020
www.acenursing.com
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Contents
Fall 2025 BSN Admission Information Packet ....................................................................................................... 1
Approval and Accreditation .................................................................................................................................... 3
Fall 2025 BSN Admission Application Process
.................................................................................................. 6
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION ............................................................................................................... 10
APPLICATION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................... 10
CMC ACADEMIC ADVISOR/COLLEGE COUNSELORS .................................................................................................. 11
Required Assessments ............................................................................................................................................ 12
TEAS TESTING (TEST OF ESSENTIAL ACADEMIC SKILLS)
.................................................................................... 12
CASPER ASSESSMENT (COMPUTER-BASED ASSESSMENT FOR SAMPLING PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS) .............. 12
Important Information for Those Accepted and Alternates
........................................................................... 14
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE .................................................................................................................................... 14
SCHEDULING AND WORK RECOMMENDATIONS
............................................................................................... 14
REQUIRED PAPERWORK, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND IMMUNIZATIONS .......................................................... 15
NURSING TEXTBOOKS & LEARNING MATERIALS
................................................................................................... 15
Cost Estimates
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FIRST YEAR OF THE CMC NURSING PROGRAM (BSN YEAR 3)*
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SECOND YEAR OF THE CMC NURSING PROGRAM (BSN YEAR 4)*
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FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS .............................................................................................................................. 18
Program Prerequisite Course Categories and Sample CMC Pathway
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SAMPLE PRE-REQUISITE PATHWAY
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Curriculum Pattern – BSN Program ..................................................................................................................... 21
FALL SEMESTER - SEMESTER 1
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SPRING SEMESTER - SEMESTER 2
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FALL SEMESTER - SEMESTER 3
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SPRING SEMESTER - SEMESTER 4
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Appendices ............................................................................................................................................................. 23
CMC Nursing Program Application Self Checklist: Fall 2025
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Nursing Background Check
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TEAS Prep
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Casper Prep
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Admission Selection Information Sheet
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Sample Student Total Points Calculation ............................................................................................................. 29
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All students interested in nursing will be placed in the Bachelor of Science
Nursing (BSN) program. You will still need to submit the supplemental
application as you near completion of your prerequisite courses and be
accepted into the final 2 years of the program, but this change offers many
benefits: your registration software, Student Planning, will better reflect the
courses needed as prerequisites for the BSN; you will be better able to track
your progress for course completion and see how your transfer credits fit
into the degree requirements; and we will be better able to advise you as a
student working on prerequisites in the BSN.
Applicants who meet the criteria as outlined in the application process will
be considered for admission to the BSN program at CMC. Applications for
the last two years are due every spring for a cohort to start in the fall. In the
review process, applicants are awarded points based on their grades in
prerequisite and general education coursework, earned degrees, residency
status, and alternate status in the previous year. Certain professional
licensures will be considered as well.
After starting your online application, you will have access to an online
checklist that provides a list of all documents to be submitted to complete the
application process. The checklist will be part of the online application and a
paper copy is included in this packet for your reference.
Admission requirements are reviewed annually and are subject to change. It is the
student’s responsibility to obtain a copy of the current year’s admission packet to
meet admission requirements. Students who are not admitted for fall 2025 must
re-apply for a future entrance term. CMC does not maintain a waitlist of admitted
students from year-to-year.
1.
A new CMC Application for Admission is required for all new
applicants, or a student who has not taken a CMC course within the last
year. Students currently taking courses with CMC do not need to
provide a new application. The application is online at
http://coloradomtn.edu/admissions/applying.
2.
The supplemental nursing application will be completed and
submitted online using CMC’s application system. You can access
the supplemental nursing application through your CMC
admissions account, which you originally used to apply to CMC:
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https://apply.coloradomtn.edu/Account/Login. If you have not yet
created a CMC admissions account, please complete step one above.
Once in your admissions account, you will select “Create a New
Application”. Then choose
BSN: Prelicensure
as your Student
Type and answer the questions that populate to access the
application. Please make sure you read the requirements and
questions carefully.
3.
Applicants must submit official transcript(s) for college credits
completed. A CMC Application for Admission must be completed prior
to having transcripts sent in. You can fill out a CMC application online.
The Admissions Office will automatically generate CMC transcripts
and current schedules for applicants.
Please do not request your CMC
transcripts to be sent to Admissions.
4.
Applicants must hold a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher
on a 4.0 scale. Nearly all successful applicants admitted to the
Nursing Program have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above.
5.
Applicants must be scholastically qualified to read and write at
college-level English and scholastically qualified to enroll in college-
level math classes. Applicants must demonstrate these required skill
proficiencies by the following (see the summary below). For full
details, please meet with an academic advisor/college counselor.
a. College-Level Reading and English Skills:
College Entrance Exams
17 ACT Reading and
18 ACT English
470 SAT Reading and Writing
Accuplacer
246 Write
College Credit
Complete ENG 1000, ENG 1021 or ENG
1022
earning a C or higher
b. College-Level Math Skills
College Entrance Exams
21 ACT Math
500 SAT Math
Accuplacer
240 QAS
College Credit
Complete one of the following
earning a C or higher: MAT
0250, MAT 0300, MAT 1240,
MAT 1260 or
MAT1340
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6.
The Nursing Program general admission requirements listed below
are not required to be completed to apply for the Nursing Program;
however, they must be completed prior to starting the Nursing
Program classes in the fall. Most students admitted to the program
have completed most, if not all, of these general education courses at
the time of application to the program. A grade of “C” or higher (C- not
acceptable) is required in general education and nursing courses.
• BIO1111: General College Biology with Lab (5 credits)
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BIO2101: Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
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BIO2102: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)
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BIO2104: Microbiology (4 credits)
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BIO2116: Pathophysiology (4 credits)
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CHE1111: General College Chemistry (5 credits)
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COM1250: interpersonal Communication (3 credits)
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ENG1021: English Composition I (3 credits)
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ENG1022: English Composition II (3 credits)
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History Elective (3 credits)
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HPR1008: Law and Ethics for Health Professionals (2 credits)
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HPR1039: Medical Terminology (2 credits)
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HWE1050: Human Nutrition (3 credits)
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MAT1260: Introduction to Statistics (3 credits)
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MAT1340: College Algebra (4 credits)
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PSY2440: Human Growth and Development (3 credits)
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Sociology Elective: Choose between SOC1001, 1002, 2007, 2015, 2016, 2018,
2020 (3 credits)
•
SUS1001 Introduction to Sustainability (3 credits)
Total: 18 classes (61 credits)
7.
Students with courses in progress during the spring semester will
need to list these courses on their application. Applicants will receive
partial points for courses that are “in progress” during the spring
semester. Please include a current class schedule of courses in
progress, if not enrolled at CMC. Students with courses in progress
may be offered a
Conditional Acceptance
pending successful
completion of the courses. A challenge exam may be available for
some general education courses. Please contact an academic
advisor/college counselor for more information.
8.
The nursing program requires all courses in the nursing curriculum
be completed at CMC. Credit for prior learning, challenge exams, or
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individual nursing courses completed at another institution may not
be used to fulfill nursing (NUR) courses.
9.
Admitted applicants must have a current American Heart Association CPR
Certification (must be Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support-BLS). Students are
required to have this to start courses.
10.
Applicants must submit a one-page chronological resume detailing education,
related certifications, and work experience in chronological order.
11.
Applicants with health care certifications and work experience in
which they would like to have reviewed for points on their nursing
application are required to complete the Health Care and Work
Experience form. Applicants will be awarded points during the
application review process for current, active, dental or health-care
related certificates, plus work experience over six months using those
health care certifications.
12.
Applicants must complete the Test of Essential Academic Skills
(TEAS), an online assessment provided through Assessment
Technologies Institute (ATI). The TEAS test is specifically designed
to assess
applicants in the areas of Reading, Math, Science, and English.
No minimum TEAS score is required for admission to the program, but
points are awarded based on total composite scores. TEAS scores are
valid up to 24 months prior to the admissions deadline of February 15.
Scores prior to February 15, 2023, will not be accepted for the 2025
application. The TEAS feedback will assist faculty and advisors in guiding
students toward success in the program.
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Applicants are also required to complete a mandatory online 90-
minute computer-based assessment, Casper, as a component of the
selection process. The Casper is an open-response situational
judgement test.
14.
The nursing program application review process recognizes applicants
who have been an alternate to the nursing program in the previous
year by awarding points. Students who were selected as alternates in the
previous application year and would like to receive these points must
upload a copy of their alternate acceptance letter with their application.
15.
CMC is a dual mission institution that is deeply involved with and
supported by our local communities. To support community students, all
applicants who qualify for in-district tuition will be awarded points in
the application process.
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Those accepted into the nursing program are expected to be
computer literate and be able to actively email, word process, use
Canvas, utilize Basecamp, and effectively research using the
Internet and related electronic resources.
Admission requirements are reviewed annually and are subject to change. It
is the student’s responsibility to obtain a copy of the current year’s
admission packet to meet admission requirements.
Students who are not admitted for fall 2025 must re-apply for a future
entrance term. CMC does not maintain a wait list of admitted students from
year-to-year.
TRANSCRIPT SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND TRANSCRIPT EVALUATION PROCESS
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Official Transcripts should be submitted to the CMC Transcript Department by
January 4, 2025 to be evaluated for review with the applicant’s file February 15, 2025.
•
Official college transcripts must be sent directly to the Office of the Registrar from all
previous institutions for a formal transcript evaluation to determine what previous
coursework will be transferred to Colorado Mountain College.
•
A new CMC application for general admission is required for all new
applicants and any student who has not taken a course within the last year.
Students currently taking courses with CMC do not need to provide a new
application. The application is online at
http://coloradomtn.edu/admissions/applying.
APPLICATION
DEADLINE
•
February 15, 2025 is the Nursing Program application deadline.
•
Only completed applications including the required supporting documents submitted by
February 15, 2025 will be considered for acceptance into the Nursing Program. It is the
applicant’s responsibility to assure that all application materials are included. All
application materials must be uploaded by 11:59 pm on February 15, 2025 to be
considered for admission.
• Technology issues will not suffice as a reason an applicant could not get everything uploaded on
time. We suggest planning and uploading materials in advance of the deadline.
TRANSFER CREDITS/COURSE SUBSTITUTIONS
Transfer credits
must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher
learning and must be transferred to CMC with a letter grade. A challenge
exam may be available for some general education courses if a grade is
awarded.
If you are planning to use any transfer credits to fulfill
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION
APPLICATION PROCESS AND REQUIREMENTS
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prerequisite requirements, you must meet with the Admissions
Representative for Health Sciences Programs to determine if the
courses will meet Nursing Program requirements.
ADVISORS AND COUNSELORS:
• https://coloradomtn.edu/student-services/advising/
• https://coloradomtn.edu/student-services/counselors/
CMC ACADEMIC ADVISOR/COLLEGE COUNSELORS
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Required Assessments
All applicants applying to the nursing program at Colorado Mountain College are required to
complete two online assessments, TEAS and Casper, to assist with the selection process
.
COMPLETING THE TEAS TESTING FOR THE NURSING PROGRAM:
•
CMC utilizes the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), an
online assessment provided through
Assessment Technologies
Institute (ATI). The TEAS exam is specifically designed
to assess
applicants in the areas of Reading, Math, Science and English as
related to nursing education. The exam
you will register for is ATI
Remote Proctor –Nursing.
•
The TEAS score is used to award points for admission into the program.
•
Several items are available to assist you in preparation for the
exam (study guides, online practice exams). You may purchase any
or all items from ATI (www.atitesting.com). Pricing information
can be found on ATI’s website. Alternatively, CMC offers access
for current students to some TEAS prep materials. Please visit the
CMC library website (https://library.coloradomtn.edu/) and
select the
Learning Express
database from the A- Z Database list
to access these materials.
• TEAS test results must be from within the past 24 months from the
application deadline using the most current version of the test. No
scores prior to February 15, 2023 will be accepted for the 2025
application.
• Applicants are required to upload a copy of their TEAS results when
submitting their application.
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The Computer-Based Assessment for Sampling Personal
Characteristics (Casper) is an online assessment which assesses
non-cognitive skills and interpersonal characteristics that we
believe are
important for successful students and graduates of our
program. Successful completion of the Casper is
mandatory to
maintain admission eligibility.
• The Casper score is used to award points to applicants for
admission to the program. The Casper
complements the other
tools that we use for applicant screening.
•
The Casper assessment is comprised of two response sections,
CASPER ASSESSMENT (COMPUTER-BASED ASSESSMENT FOR SAMPLING PERSONAL
CHARACTERISTICS)
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including both written and video
scenarios. The entire
assessment is expected to take 90-110 minutes to complete. Each
response is graded by a different rater, giving a very robust and
reliable view of personal and professional
characteristics
important to our program.
•
While students cannot necessarily study the content that will be on
the Casper, they can prepare for the format of this assessment. Please
visit www.takecasper.com for information about how to prepare for
the Casper
•
The applicant is responsible for securing access to a computer with
audio capabilities, a webcam, and a reliable internet connection on
the selected assessment date. The Casper can be taken practically
anywhere so that these requirements can be satisfied. No exceptions
will be provided for applicants unable to take Casper online due to
being located at sites where the internet is not dependable due to
technical or political factors. Please ensure you have a quiet
environment to take the assessment. If you have concerns about your
testing environment, please contact the Admissions Representative
for Health Sciences Programs Scott Schreiner at
sschreiner@coloradomtn.edu.
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It is the applicant’s responsibility to register online with
Casper to reserve a spot on one of the available assessment
dates. To register for the Casper, please visit
https://acuityinsights.app/.
o
Register for the CSP-10106 – US Undergraduate Health
Sciences test and reserve a test using a government
issued photo ID.
o Please note there is a fee associated with the Casper.
•
There are a limited number of testing dates and times – please note
these are the
only
testing dates available for the Casper assessment.
There will be no additional dates scheduled. Please be aware that
Casper lists the times on their website using Eastern Standard Time.
•
The dates will be posted on the Casper website. Please check the dates
frequently, as they are subject to change.
• Our program does not require applicants to complete the
Casper Snapshot for this admissions
cycle.
•
Casper results are valid for one admissions cycle. Applicants who
have already taken the assessment in previous years will therefore be
expected to retake it.
•
Casper requires that you disable all extensions on your computer
before taking the assessment. Please ensure that you disable things
such as Grammarly or other AI extensions prior to your assessment.
If you do not disable the extensions, your score will be significantly
affected.
•
Please direct any inquiries on the assessment to
support@takecasper.com. Alternatively, you may use the chat bubble
in the bottom right-hand corner of their website.
• More information about the format of the Casper can be found in the appendices.
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All applicants will receive an email notification of the status of their application
in April (or before). Those students who are conditionally accepted and those
who are conditional alternates (offered a position if it becomes available) are
expected to accept or decline their position in writing by returning the dated
form enclosed with the acceptance/alternate notification letter. Failure to
respond by the date indicated in the letter will result in forfeiture of
acceptance
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No exceptions will be made.
Colorado Mountain College offers the nursing program in-person at the following locations:
o Breckenridge
o Spring Valley at Glenwood Springs
o Steamboat Springs
Applicants will select the primary campus they are applying to on the application.
There is also the opportunity to select a second-choice location.
Once you have accepted a position at a particular location, you are locked-in to
that location. You may not transfer to another location at any time during the
program.
Orientation and Registration
• Students offered conditional acceptance to the nursing program are
required to attend two nursing program orientation sessions held in
the summer and a week before courses begin. During this time,
students will receive a complete orientation to the nursing program,
register for fall nursing courses and get to know future nursing
classmates, faculty, and staff. Details on the orientation session will
be e-mailed to all accepted applicants.
• Admitted students who do not attend the orientation session will forfeit
their space in the nursing program.
Due to the fast pace, challenging, and rigorous academic demands of the
nursing program, the nursing faculty urge students to avoid work
commitments while enrolled in the program for a variety of reasons. Clinical
schedules are subject to last minute revisions each semester.
Clinical
rotations are scheduled at a variety of clinical sites that may be over 500
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE
15
miles or more from campus, throughout the state. All coursework and clinical
rotations are in-person experiences.
Students’ personal commitments must remain flexible to meet course
objectives and accommodate program requirements. Students are
encouraged to pursue personal support and assistance such as financial aid,
additional childcare, and back-up support to allow for a more flexible
schedule.
Reliable transportation is needed due to the program being only offered at
the Vail Valley at Edwards campus and experiential locations and events. A
curriculum outline for the program is included with this packet.
• Conditionally accepted students will receive a Health History and
Immunization Form that must be completed by a medical care provider
annually.
• Conditionally accepted students will be required to obtain and pass
a criminal background investigation, FBI fingerprinting, and drug
screening (approx. cost to the student is $270.00). Conditionally
accepted students will receive instructions for completing these
screenings from the nursing department.
• Conditionally accepted students must provide proof of health
insurance coverage annually.
• Due to the clinical site requirements, nursing program students will
be subject to annual as well as random drug testing at various times
throughout the program. Fees associated with these requirements are
the student’s responsibility.
• The following immunizations are required to complete clinical
experiences: MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis B, Tdap, and annual
tuberculosis skin test (or QuantiFERON lab draw) and flu shot.
• Students are highly encouraged to be vaccinated and boosted for the
COVID-19, as some healthcare facilities require vaccination to
complete clinical hours. All clinical hours are necessary to complete
the nursing program.
•
Getting all required textbooks is convenient and affordable through
the CMC Textbook Learning Materials Program (LMP). The program
fee is billed per credit hour and includes the costs of textbooks and
course materials customized to your schedule. Refer to the website to
learn more: https://coloradomtn.edu/classes/textbooks/.
REQUIRED PAPERWORK, BACKGROUND CHECK, AND IMMUNIZATIONS
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NOTE: Costs are for the 2024-25 academic year. They do NOT include general education courses.
IN-DISTRICT RESIDENTS ESTIMATES
Tuition (32 credits x $179)
$ 5,728.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$ 900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$ 800.00
TOTAL
$ 7,428.00 +
student
activity fees
at SB, SV
IN-STATE RESIDENTS
ESTIMATES
Tuition (32 credits x $283)
$ 9,056.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$ 900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$ 800.00
TOTAL
$10,756.00 +
student
activity fees
at SB, SV
OUT of STATE RESIDENTS
ESTIMATES
Tuition (32 credits x $605)
$ 19,360.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$
900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$
800.00
TOTAL
$21,060.00 +
student
activity fees
at SB, SV
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IN-DISTRICT RESIDENTS
ESTIMATES
Tuition (30 credits x $179)
$ 5,370.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$ 900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$ 750.00
TOTAL
$7,020.00 +
student activity
fees at SB, SV
IN-STATE RESIDENTS
ESTIMATES
Tuition (30 credits x $283)
$ 8,490.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$ 900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$ 750.00
TOTAL
$10,140.00 +
student activity
fees at SB, SV
OUT of STATE RESIDENTS
ESTIMATES
Tuition (30 credits x $605)
$ 18,150.00
Student Activity Fee (SV $130/semester; SB
$140/semester)
$ 260.00/year
(SV)
$280.00/year
(SB)
Nursing Program Fee ($450 per semester x 2)
$ 900.00
Learning Materials Program (LMP) Books
$ 750.00
TOTAL
$ 19,800.00 +
student activity
fees
at SB, SV
*All prices are subject to change without notice. Please anticipate a 2%–3% increase.
Other costs include immunizations, health insurance, and health exams. There will
be additional costs for the program, i.e. travel to clinical sites, lodging during
clinicals, meals etc. Costs for these items depend on the student’s individual choices.
All admitted students will receive a complete listing of items required for their
entrance year. Do not purchase items ahead of time. Specifics and
instructions will be covered during orientation for accepted applicants.
On-campus residence halls and food service are available only at the Spring Valley
and Steamboat Springs locations. All three campuses have on-campus apartments
(subject to availability). Interested students can learn more here:
https://coloradomtn.edu/housing.
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Students applying for financial aid will need to complete the Free Application for Federal
Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://www.fafsa.gov. Please discuss your financial aid needs and
circumstances with a Financial Aid Specialist and/or an academic advisor/college counselor to
determine your optimal plan for completion of the general education courses and nursing
courses once in the program.
There are scholarship opportunities specific to nursing students. Please visit:
https://coloradomtn.edu/scholarships/ to learn more about how to apply for
these scholarships.
Financial Aid representatives are available to assist you with any scholarship, FAFSA,
grant, or loan questions you may have. You can contact the Office of Financial Aid at
970-947-8322 or finaid@coloradomtn.edu.
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS
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• BIO1111: General College Biology with Lab (5 credits)
•
BIO2101: Human Anatomy and Physiology I (4 credits)
•
BIO2102: Human Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits)
•
BIO2104: Microbiology (4 credits)
•
BIO2116: Pathophysiology (4 credits)
•
CHE1111: General College Chemistry (5 credits)
•
COM1250: interpersonal Communication (3 credits)
•
ENG1021: English Composition I (3 credits)
•
ENG1022: English Composition II (3 credits)
•
History Elective (3 credits)
•
HPR1008: Law and Ethics for Health Professionals (2 credits)
•
HPR1039: Medical Terminology (2 credits)
•
HWE1050: Human Nutrition (3 credits)
•
MAT1260: Introduction to Statistics (3 credits)
•
MAT1340: College Algebra (4 credits)
•
PSY2440: Human Growth and Development (3 credits)
•
Sociology Elective: Choose between SOC1001, 1002, 2007, 2015, 2016, 2018,
2020 (3 credits)
•
SUS1001 Introduction to Sustainability (3 credits)
Total: 18 classes (61 credits)
• Please note that this plan is an example progression plan. Classes are interchangeable
from semester to semester.
• Students must receive a C or better (C- is NOT accepted) for all credits listed above
at a regionally accredited institution to be eligible to apply to the nursing program.
• Course substitutions may be accepted upon approval by the Dean, School of Nursing for
any of the classes outlined above. However, we highly recommend that students complete
the courses listed above. Students must take this entire curriculum to be eligible to apply
to the nursing program. If students have completed only 4 credits of BIO1111, additional
science credits may count for the last credit. Again, these decisions will be made by the
Dean, School of Nursing.
• The nursing prerequisites are designed so a student completes all the necessary credits for
an Associate of Art in Health Science. Students must complete two additional humanities
classes (total of 6 credits) to receive the AA of Health Science degree. We recommend
completing these classes in the summer semester.
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PROGRAM PREREQUISITES - SEMESTER 1
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
BIO
1111
General College Biology with Lab
5
ENG
1021
English Composition I
3
PSY
2440
Human Growth and Development
3
SOC
Elective
Choose from 1001, 1002, 2007, 2015, 2016, 2018,
2020
3
Total
Credits
14
PROGRAM PREREQUISITES - SEMESTER 2
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
BIO
2101
Anatomy & Physiology I with Lab
4
BIO
2104
Microbiology with Lab
4
ENG
1022
English Composition II
3
HPR
MAT
1008
1260
Law & Ethics for Health Professionals
Introduction to Statistics
2
3
Total
Credits
16
PROGRAM PREREQUISITES - SEMESTER 3
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
BIO
2102
Anatomy & Physiology II with Lab
4
CHEM
1111
General College Chemistry with Lab
5
COM
1250
Interpersonal Communication
3
HWE
1050
Human Nutrition
3
Total
Credits
15
PROGRAM PREREQUISITES - SEMESTER 4
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
BIO
History
HPR
MAT
SUS
2116
Elective
1039
1340
1001
Pathophysiology
Any HIS Course
Medical Terminology
College Algebra
Introduction to Sustainability Studies
4
3
2
4
3
Total
Credits
16
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Curriculum Pattern – BSN Program
FALL SEMESTER - SEMESTER 1
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
NUR
NUR
NUR
NUR
NUR
3100
3110
3115
3120
3130
Fundamentals of Nursing, Lab, and Clinical
Basic Nursing Pharmacology
Clinical Calculations
Professional Nursing Practice I:
Professional Nursing Ethics and Legalities
of Healthcare
Nursing Health Assessment and Lab
7: 2 theory, 2 lab, 3 clinical
2
1
3
3: 2 theory, 1 lab
TOTAL CREDITS
16
SPRING SEMESTER - SEMESTER 2
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
NUR
NUR
NUR
NUR
3200
3210
3220
3240
Introduction to Adult and Geriatric
Nursing Practice, Lab and Clinical
Complex Nursing Pharmacology
Professional Nursing Practice II:
Information Management, Healthcare
Systems and Processes: Safety, Quality, and
Sustainability
Mental Health Nursing Practice and
Clinical
6: 2.5 theory, 0.5 lab, 3
clinical
3
3
4: 3 theory, 1 clinical
TOTAL CREDITS
16
FALL SEMESTER - SEMESTER 3
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
NUR
NUR
NUR
NUR
4300
4320
4350
4360
Advanced Adult and Geriatric Nursing
Practice and Clinical
Professional Nursing Practice III: Research
and Evidence Based Practice
Pediatric Nursing Practice and Clinical
Maternal Women’s Health Nursing Practice
and Clinical
6: 3 theory, 3 clinical
3
3: 2 theory, 1 clinical
3: 2 theory, 1 clinical
TOTAL CREDITS
15
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SPRING SEMESTER - SEMESTER 4
Prefix
Number
Title
Credits
NUR
NUR
NUR
NUR
4400
4470
4480
4490
Complex Adult and Geriatric Nursing
Practice
Leadership and Nursing Management
Community and Public Health Nursing
Senior Nursing Capstone Course and
Clinical
3
3
3
6: 1 theory, 5 clinical
TOTAL CREDITS
15
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS 123
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Appendices
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This checklist is designed to serve as a guide for you. All
documents must be uploaded in the online Application
Checklist.
Submit before due date: February 15, 2025
•
Keep copies of all submitted materials.
•
Applicants should read the Nursing Application Packet
thoroughly.
•
Please initial the following:
I have completed the Colorado Mountain College General Admissions
Application online located here:
http://coloradomtn.edu/admissions/applying
____ I have submitted the online supplemental nursing application.
Date official college transcripts were requested:
(CMC will automatically generate CMC transcripts and current schedules for
all applicants)
I have uploaded a chronological resume detailing education,
related certifications, and work experience.
____ I have thoroughly read Appendix B: Nursing Programs
Disqualifying Criminal Offenses Sheet and have contacted the
Dean, School of Nursing with questions or concerns.
I have attached a copy of my current American Heart Association CPR
certification
or enrollment registration for upcoming class.
I have attached a copy of current, medically related
certification(s), such as: CNA, MA, EMT, etc.
I have successfully completed and uploaded my scores from the TEAS exam.
No scores prior to February 15, 2023, will be accepted.
I have successfully completed the Casper assessment
during the 2024-25 academic year.
____ I have uploaded my alternate acceptance letter from the previous year (if chosen
as an alternate for the previous academic year.
____ I understand that once I am accepted to a campus location for the nursing
program, I am unable to change my campus location for any reason.
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The clinical sites used in the nursing program require background checks of all
potential interns. The purpose is to maintain a safe and productive educational and
clinical environment. New students who refuse to comply with the background
investigation will not be allowed to enter the nursing program. An applicant will
be disqualified from the nursing program based on the following
guidelines:
• Any violent felony convictions of homicide. (No time limit)
• Crimes of violence (assault, sexual offenses, arson, kidnapping, any crime
against an at-risk adult or juvenile, etc.) as defined in section 18-1.3-406
C.R.S. in the 10 years immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Any offense involving unlawful sexual behavior in the 10 years
immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Any crime, the underlying basis of which has been found by the court on
the record to include an act of domestic violence, as defined in section 18-
6-800.3 C.R.S. in the 7 years immediately preceding the submittal of
application.
• Any crime of child abuse, as defined in section 18-6-401 C.R.S. in the 7
years immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Any crime related to the sale, possession, distribution or transfer of
narcotics or controlled substances in the 7 years immediately preceding the
submittal of application.
• Any felony theft crimes in the 7 years immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Any misdemeanor theft crimes in the 5 years immediately preceding
the submittal of application.
• Any offense of sexual assault on a client by a psychotherapist, as defined in section 18-3-405.5
C.R.S. in the 7 years immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Crimes of moral turpitude (prostitution, public lewdness/exposure,
etc.) in the 7 years
immediately preceding the submittal of application.
• Registered Sex Offenders. (No time limit)
• Any offense in another state, the elements of which are substantially similar
to the elements of any of the above offenses.
• More than one (1) D.U.I. in the 7 years immediately preceding the submittal
of application. If the investigation reveals information that could be
relevant to the application, the designated individual responsible for
background checks may request additional information from the applicant.
The offense shall be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.
Students who have successfully completed the terms of a deferred adjudication
agreement will not be disqualified. If any applicant feels the criminal background
check is inaccurate, they may appeal the decision and request a review with the
specific community college applied at. It is the applicant’s burden to produce
substantial evidence that proves the crimes charged are incorrect.
If there are any findings from your fingerprint or background check results, you
will need to meet with the Dean, School of Nursing to discuss those findings.
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The new Casper test format includes both typed and video responses with a total
of 14 scenarios divided into 6 video response scenarios followed by 8 typed
response scenarios.
The entire test is expected to take 90-110 minutes to complete, and applicants will be
presented with two optional breaks.
•
an optional 10-minute break after the six scenarios in the video response section, and
•
an optional 5-minute break after the first four typed response scenarios.
Video-based scenarios will proceed in the following order:
1.
A prompt indicating your role in the following scene (e.g. “you are a friend”, “you are a
colleague”,
etc.)
2.
A short video scenario
3.
An optional 30-second reflection page for you to consider the scenario
4.
A response page.
For the scenarios in the video response section, you will be presented with
a set of two questions, one at a time, and you will have 1 minute each to
record your answer.
The initial prompt indicated your role will be displayed again at the top of
the page as a reminder and you will be given 10 seconds to read the
question before recording starts.
Word-based scenarios will proceed in the following order:
1.
A question or statement to consider
2.
An optional 30-second reflection page for you to consider the statement
3.
A response page.
For the scenarios in the typed response section, you will have 5 minutes
to respond to a set of 3 questions.
We strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with the Casper test format in
order to reduce test day anxiety and to ensure no technical issues prevent you from
having a smooth test.
For more information please visit our FAQ, Test Prep, and Resources pages
on the Accuity Insights website.
*All responses must be answered using the appropriate medium (i.e.
you cannot choose to record a video in the typed response section and
vice versa). Speech-to-text software is not permitted, unless you have been pre-
approved for testing accommodations.
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The Nursing Program uses an objective point system for selection. Points are awarded
for the following:
NURSING GPA: A grade point average (GPA) is calculated based on the
completion of all general education support courses in the nursing
curriculum.
PREREQUISITE COURSE POINTS: Completion of each prerequisite
course category that is completed by the end of the fall semester prior to
the application deadline. A grade of “C” or better is required for all nursing
curriculum courses.
TEAS EXAM: All applicants must have the results of the current TEAS
exam in their application packet. Points are awarded based on the total
composite score.
CASPER ASSESSMENT: Casper is an online assessment which
assesses characteristics that we believe are important for successful
students and graduates of our program.
IN-DISTRICT/
REAPPLYING
APPLICANTS:
We will recognize applicants:
•
Who qualify for in-district tuition status
•
Who have been an Alternate status in the Nursing Program in the
previous year’s application process
DEGREES/ RELATED HEALTH CERTIFICATES: Points are
awarded for compensated (non- volunteer) work experience of 6 months
or longer under a current healthcare certification. We will recognize
applicants:
•
Who hold other degrees (AA, AS, AAS, BA, BS, etc.)
•
Who hold a current health related certificate and who have worked 6
months or more in that field
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1. Nursing
Course
Points
Program Admissions requirements completed before application submission
deadline: 1 point each
Gen Bio (BIO 1111) _1_
A&P I (BIO 2101) _1_
A&P II (BIO 2102) _1_
Micro (BIO 2104) _1_
Patho (BIO 2116) _1_
Gen Chem (CHE 1111) _1_
Interpersonal communication (COM 1250) _1_
English I (ENG 1021) _1_
English II (ENG 1022) ___
History elective (HIS) _1_
Law and Ethics (HPR 1008) _1_
Medical Terminology (HPR 1039) _1_
Intro to Stats (MAT 1260) _1_
College Algebra (MAT 1340) _1_
Human Growth and Development (HPR 2440) _1_
Cultural Competency (SOC 1001, 1002, 2007, 2015, 2016, 2018 or 2020) _1_
Intro to Sustainability (SUS 1001) _1_
Nutrition (HWE 1050) _1_
1. Nursing Course
Points= 17
(Maximum=18
points pts)
Math at level
Yes x
No _
2.
Nursing
GPA
(Points)
A
=4.0 pts
A- =3.7 pts
B+ =3.3 pts
B
=3.0 pts
B- =2.7 pts
C+ =2.3 pts
C
=2.0 pts
Courses in
progress
(IP) =2.0
pts
Course
Grade
Times
Credit
Hours
Quality
Points
Nursing GPA
Gen Bio (Bio 1111)
A- = 3.7
X
5
= 18.5
A&P I (Bio 2101)
B+ = 3.3
X
4
= 13.2
A&P II (Bio 2102)
IP = 2.0
X
4
= 8
Micro (Bio 2104)
C = 2.0
X
4
= 8
HG Dev (Psy 2440)
A =4.0
X
3
=12
2. Nursing GPA Points
= GPA x 10=
29.85
(Maximum = 40 pts)
Etc. for each
nursing
prerequisite
TOTAL
20
59.7
Nursing GPA=
2.985
To calculate Nursing GPA:
Divide Total Quality Points_59.7_ by Total Cr Hrs _20_ = _2.985_ GPA To
calculate Nursing GPA Points: Multiply the GPA by 10.
Nursing GPA _2.958_ X 10 =_29.85_ pts
3.
Total
Composite
TEAS Score
Total Composite TEAS score
TEAS Total Composite Score 80% divided by 2 = 40
3. TEAS Points =
40
(Maximum = 50 pts)
Sample Student Total Points Calculation
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4.InDistrict/
Alternate
Applicants
-In-district Status = 5 pts
-Previous alternate status =6 pts
4. 5 pts
(Maximum = 11 pts)
5.
Degrees,
Health-Care
Certificates,
and Health-
Care Work
Experience
-Other Degrees (AA, AS, AAS,BA,BS, and etc…) = 2 points (regardless of # of
degrees)
-Hold current health related certificate(s) = 1 point, with NO work experience
(less than 6 months)
-Hold current health related certificate and who have current work experience
of 6 months or more in that field:
*6 months to 1 year work experience = 2 pts
*1 – 3 years work experience = 4 pts
*3 – 5 years work experience = 6 pts
*5 + years work experience = 8 pts
5.
Degrees/Related
Health
Certificates:
has AA , certified &
EMT for 8 yrs
2 +1+ 8= 11
(Maximum =11 pts)
6. Situational
Judgement
Score
(CASPer)
Situational Judgement will be sent directly to the school from CASPer. Points
are awarded based on student’s CASPer score.
6. CASPer Score
(Maximum = 30 pts)
Total Points =
Add all points from 1. (Course pts) to 6. to receive your total pts.
(1.) _17 + (2.)_29.85 + (3.)_40 + (4.) 5_ + (5.) 11_ + (6.) 30_ = _132.85 pts
Total Points =
132.85 pts
(Maximum = 160 pts)
