High school academic course of study should include:
- Natural and social sciences (biology, chemistry, psychology, sociology)
- Social studies and/or history
- Foreign language
- Mathematics
- Literature
- Writing composition
- Electives (advanced language, advanced biology or human anatomy/physiology, organic chemistry or biochemistry)
Strong applicants have:
- Composite SAT 1000 of verbal and math or greater - especially greater than or equal to 500 in each category
- Upper third of high school class or 66th percentile or higher
- Strong science background: biology, chemistry advanced placement in sciences helpful - not required
- Science grades of "B" or higher
- Strong writing skills
Personal qualities:
- Focused, committed student
- Maintain healthy, balanced lives
- Well organized - calendar, assignments
- Emotionally stable in stressful environments
- Responsible behavior
- Embraces critical nursing values: altruism, autonomy or freedom, human dignity, integrity, social justice
Careers in Nursing:
For more information about careers in nursing, visit these sites:
Messiah College's Career Center at http://www.messiah.edu/offices/career/nursing.html
Johnson & Johnson http://www.discovernursing.com/