Prospective Students of Shadyside School of Nursing

Our nursing students are a diverse group of people, united by their passion for patient care.

Here at Shadyside School of Nursing, we take a small group of dedicated individuals each year and give them the personalized attention they need to excel.

Who Can Apply to Nursing School at Shadyside?

To apply to our nursing program, you need only a high school diploma or GED.

Students should also be aware that certain felony convictions will make them ineligible for licensure and therefore they will be unable to work as a nurse. Please direct any concerns to the PA State Board of Nursing (717-783-7142 or www.dos.state.pa.us), before continuing the application process.

How Do I Apply to Shadyside School of Nursing?

It's easy to apply to the Shadyside School of Nursing.

Step 1. Take TEAS test

The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS), is the only admissions test score accepted by the UPMC Schools of Nursing. In order to be considered for admission, you must score proficient, advanced, or exemplary on the TEAS test.

Pre-Admission Testing Coordinator contact:
mutinellir@upmc.edu

Upon meeting the TEAS qualifications, applicant must submit scores. The prospective student will have the option to:

• Complete an online application (a link to the portal will be forwarded once TEAS results have been received).
• Download and complete a paper application.

Step 2. Mail in completed application and two reference forms

• Fill out the UPMC Schools of Nursing application (PDF).
• Download and give nursing school reference forms (PDF) to two people to complete. Good options for references include managers, coworkers, clergy members, and former teachers.

When the application is complete — with two completed reference forms in sealed envelopes — please mail to:

Shadyside School of Nursing
Admissions Office
5230 Centre Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Step 3. Send transcripts

• Send us both high school and any post-secondary education official transcripts. Using the transcript request form (PDF), your schools will send the transcripts upon paying any applicable fees.
• If you earned your GED, please send a copy with score report directly to the school.

Shadyside School of Nursing may award credit for certain coursework you've already completed. See our transfer credit policy (PDF).

When Should I Apply to Shadyside School of Nursing?

The school has a rolling admissions policy. This means you may submit an application anytime throughout the year.

We are currently accepting full time applications for Spring 2020.  Applications will be accepted up to the deadline date of October 1, 2019.   Classes are expected to begin on January 6, 2020.