BScN Program Information
The Bachelor of Science in Nursing program is four years in length and is designed for individuals who are seeking to prepare for a career in nursing. The program is also offered collaboratively in partnership with St. Clair College (Windsor and Chatham campuses) and Lambton College (Sarnia) (Lambton will be part of the collaborative program until 2026).
Students may apply to the program directly to the University of Windsor or may apply separately to St. Clair College - the program is identical at all sites. NOTE: Although the collaboration with Lambton College will remain until 2026, students are no longer being admitted to the Collaborative Program through Lambton College.
Students who are offered admission to University of Windsor will take all four years of the program at the University of Windsor.
Students who are offered admission to St. Clair College will take the first two years of the program at the college, then will complete year 3 and the fall semester of year 4 courses through the University of Windsor. They may choose to return to their college or remain with the University of Windsor for the final semester of year 4.
Upon successfully completing the program, students of the Collaborative Program will receive a BScN Honours degree from the University of Windsor and are eligible to write the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) and/or pursue graduate studies.
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The following information will provide students with an overview of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN), Honours program.
The following information is provided to familiarize students to the requirements put forth by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Please see Nursing Admission Requirements.
Transfer Students are applicants who previously attended or graduated from another postsecondary program at UWindsor or another institution.
Applications for transfer to Nursing are subject to a March 1 deadline for Fall admission. Transfer is based on academic achievement and the availability of space. A minimum 70% cumulative average is required in order to be considered for a transfer to Nursing. Applicants must have taken ENG4U, SBIO4U, SCh4U, and any grade 12 math or courses that have been deemed equivalent. Admission averages may be higher, depending on the number of applicants. An interview with the Faculty of Nursing may be required.
All mature and transfer applicants are required to submit an Applicant Profile form no later than March 1st.
High School Students
- If you are a high school student from Ontario, begin your application HERE.
- If you are high school student from outside Ontario or Canada, click HERE.
Transfer Students
Transfer Students are applicants who previously attended or graduated from another postsecondary program at UWindsor or another institution.
Current Students
- If you are a current University of Windsor student, you are required to apply for a Change of Program or Major. An Applicant Profile must also be submitted by March 1.
Returning Students
- If you are a returning University of Windsor student, submit a Returning Student Application. An Applicant Profile must also be submitted by March 1.
New Students
- If you are new to the University of Windsor, please refer to the University of Windsor Transfer Site. An Applicant Profile must also be submitted by March 1.
For more information, please join us live in a live chat or submit a request through ask.uwindsor.ca.
Ontario Learn and Stay Grant
If you are an incoming year 1 nursing student you may be eligible to receive free tuition! To learn more, visit Student Awards and Financial Aid or Ontario Learn and Stay Grant.
Apply for the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant
Applications coming soon for the 2025-2026 school year!
