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Accelerated nursing program designed for individuals with a baccalaureate degree in a field other than nursing who wish to become registered nurses (RNs).

The program consists of twenty-four (24) months of didactic and clinical education which extends over three academic years and includes summer quarter attendance.

  • The first year of the program will include both pre-licensure requirements for NCLEX, including care coordination, religious/cultural care, and the wellness/illness continuum as well as some of the Masters in Nursing degree requirements.
  • The second year will consist of a focus in Population Health.

➥ The didactic education and most of the clinical rotations are offered at the Loma Linda University Medical Center in Murrieta.

Accelerated RN program for non-nurses, focusing on evidence-based care, coordination, and wellness.

Admission Deadline and Fees

Deadline to Submit Application:  July 1st

Application Fee (NursingCAS and Secondary Application: $70 for the initial NursingCAS application and a $50 secondary application fee.

 

Recommended: It is recommended that applicants obtain volunteer or work experience in a hospital/clinical setting.

Please contact our Admissions Office with any questions at (909) 558-4923, or by email at [email protected]

Admission Requirements

The following criteria are required for admission to the ELM concentration in nursing:

  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution (or its equivalent).
  • A 3.30 undergraduate GPA (on a 4.00 scale)
  • All prerequisites with a C or better
  • Application with personal essay
  • Official transcripts from all college credits
  • Three letters of recommendation (two from instructors)
  • TEAS & CT exam
  • Volunteer or work experience in a healthcare setting (preferred)
  • A standardized interview with one graduate and one undergraduate nursing faculty members.

All documents above MUST be received by the program deadline date in order to be considered for enrollment.

Application Information

To apply to Loma Linda University’s School of Nursing, students must first meet all of the admission requirements. The application can be found online at https://nursingcas.liaisoncas.org/apply/. Application can be completed in multiple sessions.

Prerequisite Courses

All students are required to complete the following pre-requisite courses before transferring to Loma Linda University School of Nursing.  Students can have courses in progress while they are applying, as long as they will be complete before the program begins.

Pre-requisiteQuarter UnitsSemester Units
Anatomy & Physiology I with lab4.53
Anatomy & Physiology II with lab4.53
General, Organic, or Biochemistry with lab4.53
Microbiology with lab63
Public Speaking4.54
English (full sequence)93
Social Science 1: General Psychology or Developmental Psychology4.56
Social Science 2: General Psychology, Developmental Psychology, or evaluated alternate Psychology or Anthropology course*4.53
Introduction to Sociology or Cultural Anthropology4.53
Nutrition4.53
Undergraduate Statistics and Research4.53

*Examples of accepted additional social sciences courses include: Social Psychology, Psychology of Gender, Abnormal Psychology, Personality of Psychology, Intro to Anthropology, Pressing Issues in Society, Social Organization, Gender Studies, or Ethnic Studies.  Click here for more information/Transfer Patterns. 

Transcript Requirements

NursingCAS Applicants - Transcripts must be sent by the issuing institution(s) directly to NursingCAS. You must submit official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions that you have attended. This includes all colleges, universities, military credit, and unaccredited schools. Transcripts provided in any other manner are considered unofficial and will not be accepted for admission.

Returning LLU Applicant - If transcripts were previously sent to Loma Linda University prior to your NursingCAS application, please contact [email protected] with your full name, application term, program name, and a brief message requesting assistance with the transcript process.

Accreditations

Loma Linda University is fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). The BS, MS, and DNP Programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE). The Nurse Anesthesia Concentration is accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Nurse Anesthesia Educational Programs.

Advanced practice nurse graduates, Nurse Practitioner (NP) and Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), are certified by the State of California Board of Registered Nursing and eligible to apply for certification by the American Nurses Credentialing Corporation, American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, and Pediatric Nursing Certification Board, as appropriate for the area of professional practice. The California State Board has approved all programs offered at the Loma Linda University School of Nursing. Many states may offer a compact license to individuals already licensed in California. If this opportunity is of interest to you, please contact your program director. Students who decide to pursue a license in another state should check with the applicable licensing authority in that state.

Our programs address and meet outcome expectations as articulated by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing Master’s (AACN), and DNP Essentials.

Sample Schedule

Sample Schedule

 

Cost of Attendance

View Expected Cost of Attendance Here

Clinical Placements

Students benefit from clinical experiences in hospital, behavioral health, pediatric, obstetrical, and community-based settings across the Inland Empire and greater Southern California region.

  • Adult health and obstetrical clinical rotations are scheduled at the Loma Linda University Medical Center in Murrieta.
  • Pediatric and psychiatric clinical rotations are scheduled at the main Loma Linda University campus.
  • Population health clinical rotations are scheduled at sites throughout Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

Making a Difference in Population Health Nursing

Ready to launch your nursing career in California? Loma Linda University’s Entry-Level MSN in Population Health prepares you to lead in community health initiatives and drive policy change. Our California-based programs emphasize preventive care, health promotion, and advocacy, helping you make a lasting difference in vulnerable populations.

Our programs provide hands-on clinical training combined with population-focused coursework, ensuring you develop the skills needed to advocate for diverse patient populations. Whether you’re shifting careers or starting fresh, this MSN degree opens doors to impactful roles in hospitals, public health agencies, and beyond. Your journey to becoming a compassionate leader in nursing starts here. Take the next step and apply now!

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