Second Degree Accelerated
Below are some of the more frequently asked questions about our Second Degree Accelerated Program. Select the question you would like the answer to below.
Should you have questions beyond these please do contact the Office of Admissions and Recruitment.
I have been convicted of a misdemeanor (or felony). Am I still able to apply to Mount Carmel and would I be able to obtain a license as a registered nurse?
Depending on the severity of the misdemeanor or felony charge the College may be able to accept you as a student and you may be able to sit for the NCLEX-RN licensing exam. Any student who indicates on their application that they have been convicted will have the opportunity to speak with the College President about the matter in order to discern whether admission and becoming a nurse is possible.
Can I apply before I have earned the degree?
Yes. However, you must earn your degree by June of the year you apply.
Can I take the prerequisite courses at Mount Carmel?
No. Unfortunately we are unable to offer these courses on site.
Where can I take the prerequisite courses?
If you are local, you may take these courses at either Columbus State Community College or The Ohio State University. Each school offers transfer equivalents.
How can I find out what the equivalents are at these schools?
You can download a copy of our transfer matrix from the website.
What if my application and additional materials arrive after the deadline?
We will accept applications and materials so long as they are postmarked on or before the application deadline. If they arrive after the deadline and are not postmarked appropriately, they will be considered late.
Are there any breaks?
Yes. Students have a winter, summer, and fall break as well as the following holidays off
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Good Friday
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
Can I work while in this program?
Because of the rigors of this program, students are not encouraged to work. However, the College cannot stop a student from seeking employment.
Is there any way to have my transcripts reviewed by the evaluator before I apply?
Yes. You must complete a preliminary transcript evaluation form. This form can be downloaded from our website.
I attended an international college/university. Can Mount Carmel evaluate that transcript for transfer credit?
Unfortunately, MCCN does not directly evaluate international college/university transcripts. They must first be evaluated by World Education Services (WES). You must request that the institution send WES a transcript. WES will evaluate and then send us the results. In turn we will determine if any of the courses will be taken.
Is there any possibility I may have to take course work over?
Yes, it is possible. We require that science courses (e.g. Anatomy & Physiology, Organic Biochemistry, Microbiology, Nutrition, etc.) be no more than five years old when you begin at MCCN. If they are you have two options:
- Retake the courses before attending.
- Schedule a placement exam with our registrar to test out of the course. Each test costs $100. Our registrar will put you in touch with a faculty member who will administer the exam. They can discuss what will be covered.
What is the TOEFL and why must I take it?
The TOEFL stands for Test of English as a Foreign Language and you must take it if English is not your native language.
I have taken ESL classes. Will you accept those instead?
No. You must take the TOEFL.
I have lived in the U.S. for several years now and do speak English. Do I still have to take the TOEFL?
This is at the discretion of the Director of Admissions. Please contact the Admissions Office if this is the case.
I am a non-immigrant international student in the United States. Am I eligible to apply?
Mount Carmel College of Nursing is not an I-20 granting institution. We can accept international students only if they are Permanent Residence or do not require I-20 documentation. Please check the status of your visa.
What must my admission essay be about and how long must it be?
Applicants must write an essay of 300 words or less on the following topic: As a future nurse, what do you think you will contribute to nursing?
My essay is over 300 words. I’ve tried to shorten it, but I’m still over. Is that ok?
Yes.
What should my resume include?
Include any of the following:
- Work experience
- Community service
- Honors/awards
- Leadership roles held
- Hobbies/interests
- Clubs/organizations you are a member of
When will I be notified of a decision on my application?
Students will be notified end of July/early August.
Can you tell me over the phone or via e-mail if I have been accepted?
No.
Will I need to be CPR certified? If so what classes will you accept?
Yes. We will accept the following CPR certifications:
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Professional
- Red Cross
- Military Training Institute
Are there any health requirements prior to enrolling in MCCN?
Yes. Once you confirm your attendance the Admissions Office will mail you documentation asking for medical history and immunizations.
Will there be an orientation for student accepted to the program?
Yes. Information about orientation will be given by the Registrar’s Office.
When do classes meet?
Class, lab and clinical times will vary depending on clinical and lab availability.
Will I have classes in the evening or on weekends?
Students need to maintain flexibility in scheduling. Evening or weekend clinicals and labs could be scheduled.
Who teaches the courses and where?
Mount Carmel College of Nursing faculty teach all theory courses. Clinical experiences are planned for one of the three Columbus hospitals in the Mount Carmel Health System or local healthcare facilities. Clinical activities have oversight by College faculty, sometimes with involvement of nurse preceptors.
What other type of equipment will I need to purchase?
Students will need to purchase a lab coat, student uniform, College of Nursing uniform patch, stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, calipers, penlight and wrist watch. Information regarding where to purchase these items will be provided to students after admission to the program.
How many credit hours are required to graduate?
Students must earn 126 semester hours to graduate.
Upon completion of the program what degree will I earn?
Upon completion of the curriculum, Mount Carmel College of Nursing will confer the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree.
When I graduate am I then a Registered Nurse (RN)?
No. Graduates must pass the licensing exam to become an RN. Oversight for this exam is through the Ohio Board of Nursing. We will provide graduates with details about scheduling the NCLEX-RN exam.
