This addendum modifies catalog content as indicated and supersedes all previous addenda. Page 10 / 34 2024-2025 ADDENDUM to the Rasmussen University Catalog and Student Handbook May 15, 2025 P. 79 Bachelor of Science in Nursing-Second Degree (1/2/2025) Replace the following paragraph: The Second Degree A-BSN entrance option is only available at the Central Pasco, Fort Myers, North Orlando*, Ocala*, and Tampa/Brandon campuses in Florida; the Overland Park and Topeka** campuses in Kansas; and the Bloomington, Eagan***, Hennepin/Anoka***, and Mankato*** campuses in Minnesota; the Fargo campus in North Dakota; and the Green Bay and Wausau campuses in Wisconsin. (*The North Orlando campus is a satellite of the Ocala, FL program; and some students enrolled through the Ocala campus may attend a portion of their classes at the Orlando location at 8541 Southpark Circle, Orlando, Florida 32819. **The Topeka campus is a satellite of the Overland Park, KS. *** The Eagan, Hennepin/Anoka, and Mankato campuses are satellites of the Bloomington, MN, program.) P. 90 Doctor of Nursing Practice (5/15/2025) Replace the Acceptance Requirement section in its entirety with the following, which is effective Summer quarter 2025: ACCEPTANCE REQUIREMENTS Applicants must submit an application packet containing: • A completed program application form. • A professional essay, as prescribed in the application packet. • Two professional statements of recommendation. • A current curriculum vitae or resume. • An active, unencumbered RN license issued by a board of nursing from the state where clinical hours will be completed. Rasmussen University defines a current, unencumbered license as a license that is unexpired and has not been reprimanded, stipulated, suspended, revoked, or has any current or prior disciplinary action regardless of current ability to practice. • Official transcript with a minimum GPA of 3.0 that reflects either: (1) a Master’s in Nursing degree from an accredited nursing program, or (2) a baccalaureate degree in Nursing from an accredited program (CCNE, ACEN, or CNEA) and a Master’s degree in a related field. There is no appeal process available to request waiver of this requirement. • All applicants must provide a letter of attestation reflecting the total number of post-baccalaureate practicum hours earned. The signed attestation must be on the university letterhead where the post-baccalaureate clinical hours were obtained. • Complete a virtual interview with the DNP Program Director When a completed application is submitted, it will be reviewed by the DNP Program Director. In addition to determining program entrance acceptance, the review will determine the number of total clinical/practicum hours earned at the post-baccalaureate level that will apply to the program. This will determine the remaining practicum course hours required to complete the program. Once the DNP Program Director approves the application packet and determines the number of practicum course hours required to complete the program, the following will be required: • A Rasmussen University application and enrollment agreement • A criminal background screening • Any additional program specific requirements as specified at the time of enrollment Approved applicants will receive a communication from Rasmussen University confirming acceptance. Accepted applicants must complete an online orientation course and will attend a Doctor of Nursing Practice Orientation and receive a Graduate Nursing Program Handbook. Drug testing, proof of current immunizations, and proof of current CPR certification are not entrance or acceptance requirements for this program; however, some practicum sites may require drug testing, proof of current immunizations, or proof of current CPR certification prior to professional practice experience. The student is responsible for complying with and paying for any health examinations, immunizations, and drug tests required by the practicum site and providing proof upon request.
