Application Checklist

Course numbers listed below refer to LBCC courses as described in the LBCC catalog. Courses must be completed with a grade of "C" or higher through a regionally accredited institution prior to the application deadline. Official transcripts must come from the original institutions where the applicable transfer courses were completed. Meet with your advisor to discuss transfer course equivalencies. Applicants must supply the following for each course to be considered: course number, institution name, completion year, and grade(s) received.

1. Academic Prerequisites
   • Course Completion: successfully complete all required prerequisite courses with a minimum grade of "C" or higher.
     • Application Required Courses:
       • MTH 95: Intermediate Algebra or higher
         • This course must be completed at time of application and within the last five years.
         • If applicable math credits are older than five years, then an LBCC Math Placement Test into or above MTH 111Z within the last five years and achieved prior to applying may be used in addition to the older math credits. Placement tests alone will not be accepted.
       • WR 121Z: Composition I
         • This course must be completed at time of application.
       • BI 231 : Anatomy & Physiology I
         • This course must be completed at time of application.
         • Prerequisites: BI 112 and MTH 75; or BI 221.
       • BI 232: Anatomy & Physiology II
         • This course may be in-progress or scheduled for future terms as long as it's completed before the start of the program.
       • BI 233 : Anatomy & Physiology III
         • Completed within last five years.
         • This course may be in-progress or scheduled for future terms as long as it's completed before the start of the program.
       • BI 234: Microbiology
         • Completed within last five years.
         • This course may be in-progress or scheduled for future terms as long as it's completed before the start of the program.
       • NUTR 225: Nutrition
         • This course may be in-progress or scheduled for future terms as long as it's completed before the start of the program.
       • PSY 215: Developmental Psychology
         • This course may be in-progress or scheduled for future terms as long as it's completed before the start of the program.
   • GPA Requirement: a minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0
2. HESI A2 Examination
   • Complete the Health Education Systems, Inc. Admission Assessment (HESI A2) exam
     • Minimum score of 800 (this benchmark is aligned with evidence-based standards that correlate with successful completion of nursing programs)
     • Information about scheduling exams and dates will be available at a later date. A minimum of 60 days must pass between the initial exam and the retake.
3. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Licensure
   • Licensure Status: hold an active and unencumbered Oregon Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license at the time of application
4. Residency and Selection Process
   • In-District Applicants: applicants residing within the LBCC district (Linn and Benton counties) who meet all the above requirements will be entered into a selection lottery
   • Out-of-District Applicants: if all program seats are not filled by in-district applicants, remaining seats will be allocated to out-of-district applicants through a subsequent lottery process
5. Official Transcripts
   • Submit official transcripts for all transfer courses by April 10, 2026
   • Applying to LBCC directly prior to the Nursing program application is one method to have your transcripts evaluated sooner; it is highly encouraged to apply to LBCC first if you have non-LBCC transcripts that will need to be evaluated
6. Hepatitis B Documentation
   • Applicants will be required to confirm that they are on schedule to meet the Hepatitis B documentation requirement

Residency Information for Limited Enrollment Programs

For limited enrollment programs such as this one, a resident is defined as someone who established permanent residency 90 days before the first day applications are accepted for that program. Permanent residency is defined as the home a person intends to return to after any absence and in which one’s dependents reside for an unlimited period of time. Student housing does not qualify as a permanent residence. As part of the online application process, you will be required to submit information regarding your residency for the entire 90-day period leading up to the application. Information you will be required to provide includes legal name, phone number, LBCC student ID or social security number, program of choice, street address, city, state, ZIP, and time period at the applicable address(es). You may be required to submit additional documentation upon request to show proof of your permanent residence. Misrepresentation of your permanent residence may result in forfeiture of your application status with this program.

Note to International Applicants

It is important to consult with LBCC’s International Office to determine whether your student visa type allows you to claim US permanent residential status and/or to be admitted to this type of program.

Admission Limitations

Applicants should be aware of the following admission limitations. Failure to comply may result in application denial and/or admission eligibility forfeiture.

Application Completion

Applicants must submit proof of completing all minimum application requirements by the deadlines given to be considered for admission to this program. Applicants are responsible for ensuring LBCC’s Admission Department has up-to-date transcripts and course information for transfer credits they want considered.

Previously Admitted Students

Applicants who have previously been admitted to this program are no longer eligible to apply if they exited the program based on safety concerns or if they exited the program two previous times based on unsuccessful attempts to pass academic and/or clinical requirements not directly related to safety (includes withdrawal in lieu of failing grades).

Clinical Placement Eligibility

Applicants must be in good standing with this program’s clinical site partners. Applicants who are ineligible due to a violation of the Oregon Nurse Practice Act or who have been denied access privileges to one or more of the program's clinical partner sites will not be eligible to participate in this program.

Note Regarding Financial Aid

The federal financial aid standards and policies regarding Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) are not identical to the college’s standards on admission/registration eligibility. Your financial aid SAP status will not limit your potential admission into this program but may severely affect your funding options.

To view your current SAP status: 1) Log in to WebRunner, 2) select "Financial Aid," 3) select "Your Financial Aid Status," 4) select the aid year, and 5) select the "Satisfactory Academic Progress" tab. Visit LBCC’s Financial Aid for additional information. 

Statements of Understanding and Compliance

When applying to this program, you will be required to affirm that you understand all of the following:

• Students admitted to this program must be the age of 18 or older prior to the post-admission requirements completion deadline.
• The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) reviews applicants for RN licensure following completion of LBCC's Nursing program. According to the Oregon State Board of Nursing, per OAR 851-031-0005(1)(a)(b) "licensure may be denied to students with a criminal offense and those with a major physical or mental condition that could affect their ability to practice nursing safely." OSBN requires all applicants to have a social security number (SSN).  Direct related questions to OSBN at: 17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd. Portland, OR, 97224, 971-673-0685.
• LBCC's Student Right to Know information.
• Applicants who were previously admitted to this program are no longer eligible to apply if they exited the program based on safety concerns or if they exited the program two previous times.
• Admission limitations, Financial Aid’s Satisfactory Academic Progress, and the nondiscrimination statement.
• Applicants must comply with all application criteria and deadlines.
• Applicants must provide a valid email address when applying to this program. Communication from LBCC regarding your program application will be sent to the email address you provide.
• Applicants are required to have completed the Hepatitis B (HepB) vaccine series or HepB surface antibody titer, prior to applying to this program.
• While COVID vaccinations are not required by the state, some of our partner clinical sites still require them. Having a current COVID vaccination will improve your ability to be placed at a clinical site and allow you to advance with your cohort if you are selected for admission to this program.
• Some occupational health hazards in this program include heavy lifting, exposure to bodily fluids, and the use of latex gloves and masks. Meet with the Nursing Program Administrator if you feel you have any risk factors to consider.
• If you are suspected of or known to have a communicable disease that may be transmitted under normal program activities, you will be required to have documentation of completing medical treatment prior to participating in clinical/lab assignments.
• Some clinical sites may require documentation from your healthcare provider stating that you are free from communicable diseases and thus are able to work without accommodations for such communicable diseases.
  
  

Nondiscrimination Statement

Read LBCC's Equal Opportunity & Statement of Nondiscrimination.

Online Application Information

All applicants, new and returning, are required to follow the process and criteria outlined in this guide at the time of application. This program’s online application will open on March 17, 2026 at 9:00am. The application will close March 27, 2026 at 4:00pm. This program’s application type will only be visible during the above mentioned application date/time span. Neither early nor late applications will be considered.

Application Instructions

1. Go to Apply
2. Select the "Apply Now" button
3. Select "Nursing Application" from the list of application types
4. Enter the required information and create an account
5. Enter the information you want considered within each application category. Categories include, but are not limited to:
   • Personal information
   • Contact and demographic information
   • Additional residency (if applicable)
   • High school and college information
   • Prerequisites
   • Optional file upload
   • Statements of understanding and compliance
6. Review all your information and then select the "Submit Application" button
   
   

Following Application Submission

You are required to continue to check email regularly. If we require additional information for processing your program application, you will be contacted by a staff member via email (not text). Failure to provide accurate information will result in your application being delayed, which may result in forfeiting your placement on this program’s application list and may result in your application being denied.

Returning/Existing LBCC Students

If you receive a notice stating "you already have a profile," select either "Go to login page" to use your previously established login credentials or select "Reset your password" if you do not recall your application profile login information. After you log into your profile, you will then be able to select the correct application type and proceed.

Technical Standards

The Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) establishes technical standards for nursing practice in Oregon, outlining the essential abilities required for nurses to perform their duties safely and effectively.

These standards encompass various aspects of nursing, including:

1. Motor Skills:
   • Gross Motor Skills: the ability to perform physical movements required to provide care, such as moving within confined spaces, sitting and standing for extended periods, reaching, lifting, and transferring patients.
   • Fine Motor Skills: the ability to manipulate small objects with hands, such as grasping IV tubing, writing with a pen, keying/typing, and handling syringes and medication packages.
   • Coordination: coordinating fine and gross motor movements, hand-eye movements, and maintaining balance.
2. Sensory and Observation:
   • Utilizing Senses: using senses of vision, hearing, and smell to observe patients.
   • Observation: accurately observing patients and their non-verbal cues.
   • Assessment Techniques: performing inspection, palpation, auscultation, and percussion.
3. Cognitive Abilities:
   • Information Management: recalling, collecting, analyzing, synthesizing, and integrating information from various sources.
   • Data Analysis: measuring, calculating, reasoning, analyzing, and synthesizing data.
   • Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: applying knowledge and skills to solve problems and think critically.
4. Communication:
   • Effective Communication: communicating verbally and in writing with diverse individuals and groups.
   • Interpreting Cues: interpreting verbal and nonverbal communication from patients and colleagues.
   • Adapting Communication: delivering complex or technical information in an understandable manner to individuals with various barriers.
5. Behavioral Attributes:
   • Emotional Stability: functioning effectively under stress and adapting to changing environments.
   • Interpersonal Skills: maintaining effective, mature, and sensitive relationships with others.
   • Self-Reflection: examining and modifying one's own behavior when it interferes with others or the learning environment.
   • Professionalism: demonstrating attributes like compassion, empathy, integrity, honesty, responsibility, and tolerance.
   • Accepting Responsibility: taking responsibility for own actions and communicating in a courteous, assertive manner. 

These technical standards ensure nurses are equipped with the foundational skills and abilities to provide safe and competent care to patients in Oregon. It's crucial for nurses to understand and adhere to these standards, as failure to comply can have implications for patient safety and professional practice. Oregon's Nurse Practice Act outlines these regulations and further details can be found on the Oregon State Board of Nursing website.