Program: Nursing - BSN - University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) 2017-2018 - Northeast Lakeview College - Northwest Vista College - Palo Alto College - San Antonio College - St. Philip’s College

The courses in this section are working towards the requirements for a baccalaureate degree at the University of the Incarnate Word

Semester I

ENGL 1301 - Composition I will transfer as ENGL 1311 [UIW Composition and Rhetoric Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)
MATH 1442 - Elementary Statistical Methods (AS Approved Course Requirement) will transfer as MATH 2303 [UIW Science and Mathematics Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)
*** Select either CHEM 1405 - Introductory Chemistry I OR CHEM 1305 Introductory Chemistry Lecture I AND CHEM 1105 Introductory Chemistry Laboratory I will transfer as CHEM 1310 [UIW Science and Mathematics Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)
EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework will transfer, but will NOT be UIW degree applicable

Semester II

ENGL 1302 - Composition II will transfer as ENGL 1312 [UIW Composition and Rhetoric Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)
*** BIOL 2401 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I (AS Approved Course Requirement) will transfer as BIOL 2321 AND BIOL 2121 (grade must be a “C” or better)
Select either CHEM 1407 - Introductory Chemistry II OR CHEM 1307 Introductory Chemistry Lecture II AND CHEM 1107 Introductory Chemistry Laboratory II will transfer as CHEM 1320 [UIW Science and Mathematics Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)
PHIL 1301 - Introduction to Philosophy will transfer as PHIL 1381 [UIW Philosophy and Religion Core]

Semester III

Select either HIST 1301 - United States History I or HIST 1302 United States History II will transfer as HIST 1321 or HIST 1322 [UIW History and Behavioral Science Core]
PSYC 2301 - General Psychology will transfer as PSYC 1301 [UIW History and Behavioral Science Core] (grade must be a “C” or better)

Semester IV

BIOL 2402 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II (AS Approved Course Requirement) will transfer as BIOL 2322 AND BIOL 2122 (grade must be a “C” or better)
Select either FREN 1411 - Elementary French I or GERM 1411 Elementary German I or ITAL 1411 Elementary Italian I or JAPN 1411 Elementary Japanese I or SPAN 1411 Elementary Spanish I or SLNG 1304 American Sign Language I will transfer as UIW Foreign Language
PSYC 2314 - Lifespan Growth and Development (AS Approved Course Requirement) will transfer as PSYC 2356 (grade must be a “C” or better)
Select one from the following: ENGL 2332 - World Literature I: Antiquity through the Renaissance or ENGL 2322 British Literature I: Anglo Saxon through Neoclassical or ENGL 2323 British Literature II: Romanticism to the Present or ENGL 2333 World Literature II: Neoclassical to the Present or ENGL 2341 Forms of Literature or ENGL 2342 Introduction to Literature and Literary Criticism will transfer as ENGL 2310 [UIW Literature and Art Core]

Semester V

BIOL 2420 - Microbiology for Nursing and Allied Health will transfer as BIOL 2474 (grade must be a “C” or better)
BIOL 1322 - Nutrition & Diet Therapy (AS Approved Course Requirement) will transfer as NUTR 2341 (grade must be a “C” or better)
Select either ARTS 1301 - Art Appreciation or ARTS 1303 Art History Survey (Pre 1300) or ARTS 1304 Art History Survey (Post 1300) or MUSI 1306 Music Appreciation or MUSI 1309 Music Literature II or MUSI 1310 American Music or DRAM 1310 Introduction to Theatre - Theatre Appreciation will transfer as UIW Literature and Art Core
Select either FREN 1412 - Elementary French II or GERM 1412 Elementary German II or ITAL 1412 Elementary Italian II or JAPN 1412 Elementary Japanese II or SPAN 1412 Elementary Spanish II or SLNG 1305 American Sign Language II will transfer as UIW Foreign Language
Select one course from KINE 11XX will transfer as PEHP Activity Course [UIW Wellness and Physical Education Core]

Semester VI

Select either KINE 1338 - Concepts of Physical Fitness or KINE 1304 Personal/Community Health will transfer as DWHP 1200 [UIW Wellness and Physical Education Core]
PHIL 1304 - Introduction to World Religions will transfer as RELS 3345 [UIW Lower Division Religion Core]

Applicable Transfer Credit Hours

This Transfer Advising Guide provides 69 college-level hours, of which 60 will transfer and apply, as EDUC 1300, 1 SCH of: KINE, CHEM 1405, CHEM 1407, MATH 1442, FL 1411 and FL 1412 will transfer but will NOT be applicable towards the University of the Incarnate Word baccalaureate degree in Nursing.

Note: The University of the Incarnate Word does not have a maximum number of college-level transfer hours accepted towards a baccalaureate degree. Students must complete the specified number of advanced credits and credits in residence for their degrees.

Note: For the Alamo Colleges District this transfer advising guide is NOT core complete and NOT degree complete. Students will need 3 SCH of American History (60) Core and 6 SCH of Government/Political Science (70) Core for an Associate of Science degree.

Milestone Course(s)

*** denotes Milestone Course(s).

A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program as determined by the Faculty of the Alamo Colleges District.

Special Admission for Nursing B.S.N. at the University of the Incarnate Word

Traditional (Generic) Pathway Admissions and Degree Requirements:

The traditional pathway prepares graduates to take the licensure examination to become a registered nurse. Courses are offered on the main campus and are primarily daytime classes.

Students may be admitted to the nursing program through the regular application process each semester or through the direct admissions option for first-time freshman, by invitation only. The Direct Admissions Program is for first-time freshman by invitation only.

Admission Requirements: Traditional (Generic) Program

Applicants must have been accepted to the University of the Incarnate Word for Fall semester admissions by February 1st and Spring semester admissions by July 1st.
Applications to the nursing program must be completed as directed by the Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing at http://www.uiw.edu/nursing/bsn/traditionalapply.html. Additional information about immunization requirements, admissions testing schedules, etc. may be obtained from the SON office (210-283-5094).
In order to be reviewed, the nursing program application must be completed through the Nursing’s Centralized Application Service (NursingCAS) by the February 1st (or July 1st) deadline. The applicant must have:
1. Submitted an immunization record that shows completion of required immunizations.
2. Submitted official copies of transcripts of all schools attended.
3. Submitted record of current enrollment.
4. Acknowledged and agreed to complete criminal background screen when directed by the Ila Faye Miller School of Nursing.
5. Completed a designated admissions test (refer to website for specific test).
By February 1 (or July 1), in order to be considered for admission, the applicant must have completed (with a minimum grade of C) or be currently enrolled in all courses designated as prerequisite to admission:
- Dimensions of Wellness (transfer students may complete upon admission during their first semester at UIW).
- English Composition I and II (prior bachelor’s degree exempt)
- Speech (prior bachelor’s degree exempt)
- Biological Chemistry II/Lab - equivalent of CHEM 1320/CHEM 1120 at UIW (4 hours of Organic Chemistry [CHEM 2311/2111] or CHEM 1301 and 1302/CHEM 1203L] will be accepted in lieu of Biological Chemistry)
- Anatomy/Physiology I/Lab and II /Lab
- Microbiology/Lab
- Nutrition
- Statistics
- Psychology-Introduction
- Psychology-Lifespan Development (or Child Development and Adult Development)
Admission to the nursing program may be limited based on the availability of qualified faculty and clinical practice sites. Acceptance is primarily based on academic performance. The applicant’s overall academic record is considered in admission decisions. Criteria include:
1. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 in all course work to date. More favorable consideration will be given to applicants with higher GPAs and to those who passed courses the first time taken.
2. A minimum GPA of 2.5 in science courses. This includes all biology, chemistry and nutrition courses.
3. Scores on the standardized nursing entrance test are also considered in admission decisions.

Fulfillment of these minimum requirements does not guarantee admission. Students must also have completed the designated prerequisite courses, the designated health requirements and a background check in order to enroll in the program. If applicable, students must have received a declaratory order from the Texas BON.

Students applying to transfer from another baccalaureate nursing program must satisfy the same prerequisite course work as do all other applicants. Students must also meet the same standards for progression as do students enrolled in the UIW nursing program. This means that applicants must be in good academic standing and eligible to continue in the original nursing program. Prior nursing course work will be evaluated for equivalency with the UIW curriculum. Placement in the program will be determined on an individual basis and placement is subject to available space in the program.

Degree requirements for the traditional (generic) program:

Core Curriculum and specific nursing requirements:	Hours
English (Rhetoric)*	6
Literature	3
Public Speaking*	3
Fine or Applied Arts	3
Second Language	6
Religious Studies and Philosophy (one course in Ethics)	9
History	3
Dimensions of Wellness*	2
Kinesiology activity course	1
Introduction to Psychology*	3
Adult Development*+	3
Child Development*+	3
Mathematics (Statistics)*	3
Chemistry (Biological or Organic) with Lab*	4
Human Anatomy and Physiology with Lab*	8
Microbiology with Lab*	4
Nutrition*	3

*Prerequisite to admission to program with a minimum grade of C.

+Lifespan Development may be substituted for above development course

Additional University of the Incarnate Word Advising Notes

Make an appointment with the academic advisor of the major, once accepted to the University of the Incarnate Word, in order to clarify department, college and university policies and procedures, to review course sequencing and to help with identifying resources for academic success. A current listing of academic advising centers can be found at http://www.uiw.edu/advising/.
Refer to the official source of information on specific courses within the University of the Incarnate Word requirements for this degree plan from the University of the Incarnate Word Undergraduate Catalog.
Pay close attention to course sequencing and availability at the University of the Incarnate Word as it will affect the time it takes to complete the degree program.

Using this Transfer Advising Guide with the University of the Incarnate Word

This Transfer Advising Guide represents the University of the Incarnate Word degree plan and is subject to change at the university’s discretion. It is intended for advising purposes only so students know exactly which courses they can take at any of the colleges in the Alamo Colleges District and have the courses count towards degree requirements when they transfer to the University of the Incarnate Word. It is highly recommended that students meet with their assigned advisor to review all graduation and transfer requirements listed in the Transfer Advising Guide.

The ultimate goal is to provide students with accurate information for transfer pathways while minimizing loss of credits in transfer. Students are encouraged to review the University of the Incarnate Word’s requirements frequently.

Course numbers in italics are the University of the Incarnate Word’s course numbers.

This Transfer Advising Guide is based upon the University of the Incarnate Word’s 2017-2018 catalog and is subject to change.

The Alamo Colleges District Advising

Students are encouraged to consult with an academic advisor about courses and other educational concerns if they plan to pursue a two-year degree program, transfer to another college or university, or simply take a few selected courses. In addition to course and degree requirements, policies and procedures are subject to change; stay informed by meeting with an academic advisor regularly.

Many students who plan to transfer to a university are advised to fulfill the lower-division requirements for the university. With appropriate planning, your Alamo Colleges District team can help make the transfer experience a seamless process. It is the responsibility of all students to ensure that they take courses at the Alamo Colleges District that will be accepted by the senior institutions they wish to attend.

For more information contact your Alamo Colleges District team.

Release Date:

Released on November 9, 2017

Revision Date:

Revised on December 1, 2017

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