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Our six locations have a rolling admission policy. This means you can submit your application far in advance of the deadline for admission consideration.
We are currently accepting applications for 2023.
Mercy School of Nursing is offering a limited summer 2023 start. The deadline to apply is March 1, 2023. Classes will begin on May 1, 2023.
All campuses continue to accept applications for Fall 2023. The deadline to apply June 1, 2023. Classes will begin on August 28, 2023.
Students applying to UPMC Schools of Nursing are required to submit a qualifying TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) score of 58.7% or higher as part of the application process.
Beginning in fall 2022, certain applicants are exempt from completing the TEAS exam.
If you are not exempt, please review our TEAS guide for instructions to schedule an exam.
See below for exemption criteria:
ACTIVE LPN(s), BACHELOR’S DEGREE AWARDEES, UPMC EMPLOYEES
TEAS exam is NOT REQUIRED.
- PROCEED to steps 4-6 to complete your application.
ALL OTHER APPLICANTS
TEAS exam is REQUIRED.
- DO NOT PROCEED to steps 4-6 until UPMC receives your qualifying TEAS results.
- Schedule your TEAS on-site or virtual testing with any UPMC Schools of Nursing campus for priority admission processing.
Failure to disclose or submit required transcripts will delay application processing and admission decisions.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact UPMC Schools of Nursing.