Prospective Students of St. Margaret School of Nursing

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

Here at St. Margaret 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 St. Margaret?

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 dos.pa.gov), before continuing the application process.

How Do I Apply to St. Margaret School of Nursing?

It's easy to apply to the St. Margaret 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:

St. Margaret School of Nursing
221 Seventh Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15238

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 directly to the school.

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

When Should I Apply to St. Margaret 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 Fall 2020. Applications will be accepted up to the deadline date of June 1, 2020. Classes are expected to begin on August 31, 2020.

For more information about the admission process at St. Margaret School of Nursing, email us at smhsonrninfo@upmc.edu.