Admission Requirements for UPMC Schools of Nursing

Next Steps To Apply

Submit an Online Application NOW:

• Complete the UPMC Schools of Nursing online application.
• Answer ALL the questions within your application and submit.
• Directions for creating a new account (PDF).

2026 Deadlines to Apply

Our eight locations have a rolling admission policy. This means you can submit your application far in advance of the deadline for admission consideration.

Fall 2026

• Full-time 16 Month Program
  • All Locations
• 24 Month Extended Option Program
  • UPMC Mercy Hospital School of Nursing Pittsburgh
• Part-Time 32 Month Program
  • UPMC Shadyside School of Nursing Pittsburgh

Application Deadline: June 1, 2026

Classes Begin: August 31, 2026

Summer 2026

The following schools are now accepting applications for the Summer 2026 Full Time RN Program Option:

• UPMC Jameson School of Nursing at UPMC Hamot
• UPMC Mercy Hospital School of Nursing (Program FULL – Waitlist Only)

Application Deadline: February 1, 2026
Classes Start: May 4, 2026

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If you have any questions, feel free to contact UPMC Schools of Nursing.

Prepare for nursing school in advance and review our readiness packet (PDF).