APNI Prerequisite Courses

Prerequisite Courses

All prerequisite courses for the APNI program must be taken at regionally accredited institutions. The College of Nursing will accept online coursework taken through a regionally accredited institution. 

General Requirements for APNI Prerequisite Courses

  • A minimum grade of “C” (2.0) is required in each prerequisite, except Anatomy and Physiology I and II with lab.
  • A minimum grade of 2.7 is required for Anatomy and Physiology I and II with lab.
  • All prerequisites must be completed before the program starts in the summer.
  • Prerequisite Form indicating plan for required course work noted below (form supplied with application online). Applicants must have completed 5 out of the 8 prerequisite courses including the following two: Anatomy and Physiology I and Microbiology by December 31. You may be enrolled in Anatomy and Physiology II during Winter Quarter. Please note time-frame requirements for prerequisites. Unofficial transcript copies can be submitted at the time of application. If admitted, students have until the end of their first quarter of enrollment to provide official copies. Official transcripts are required for all prerequisite coursework to continue in the program.
  • There are limits to how long ago you took a prerequisite course and whether it will meet admissions requirements (see FAQs below for specific requirements). Prerequisite time limits apply to the application deadline and not the program start date.
  • The College of Nursing will accept online coursework taken through a regionally accredited institution.
  • For prerequisite courses taken at other schools, please refer to the SU Undergraduate Catalog for course content descriptions: catalog.seattleu.edu and use the Equivalency Guide.

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Learn more about the DNP program for RNs and Non-Nurse applicants at an upcoming online information session.

APNI-DNP Sessions for Non-Nurse Applicants

Thursday, May 2, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, May 16, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, May 30, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, June 27, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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DNP Online Information Sessions for RN Applicants

Thursday, May 9, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, May 23, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 12:00 to 12:30 PM Pacific

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Download a list of APNI Prerequisite Information

Biology and Chemistry Courses

Psychology Courses

Math Courses

Common Questions about APNI Prerequisite Courses

Check below for answers to commonly asked questions about APNI prerequisites. You can also download a printable list of APNI Prerequisite Course Information that includes course descriptions and equivalencies to assist in your planning for admission to the program. 

Where can I submit my transcripts?

To send your official transcript electronically, use SU's school code 4695. Or you can mail your transcript to the address below:

Seattle University
Office of Graduate Admission 
901 12th Ave 
Seattle WA 98122

Official electronic transcripts can be sent to grad-admissions@seattleu.edu.