Requirements for Licensure to Practice

After successful completion of either the generic BSN or the ASN Programs, the graduate is eligible to apply to a State Board of Nursing for licensure as a registered nurse by examination.

In Indiana and many other states, graduates must complete an application which requires disclosure of information including, but not limited to, charges pending against the applicant or conviction regarding a violation of any federal, state or local law relating to the use, manufacturing, distribution or dispensing of controlled substances or drug addiction; and/or conviction of any offense, misdemeanor or felony in any state. This excludes minor violations of traffic laws. If the graduate responds affirmatively to any of the items on the application, all related details must be submitted to the board. The application is completed under penalty of perjury.

The Board of Nursing reviews the application and determines the applicant’s eligibility to take the licensure exam. Applicants should contact their respective Board of Nursing for further information or clarification.

Students with special learning needs must contact the State Board of Nursing if special consideration for testing needs to be made.

Successful completion of the exam entitles the graduate to practice as a registered nurse in that state. Applications may be made for reciprocal privileges with other states.