LPN to RN Bridge
ADMISSION INFORMATION

In order to be admitted to Mercyhurst North East, you must submit an application, along with a non-refundable $25 application fee, and arrange to have official transcripts sent directly to MNE. All of the above information should be mailed to: Mercyhurst North East, Office of Admissions, 16 West Division St., North East, PA, 16428. You can also apply online for FREE at apply.mercyhurst.edu.

Applicants to the Associate in Science in Nursing (ASN) Degree program at Mercyhurst North East must meet the requirements of the college as well as the ASN program for admission. Competency testing may be required to assist in placement. In addition, the following criteria must be met prior to granting advanced placement:

1. Practical nursing license with at least six months of recent employment as a LPN.
2. Graduation within five years, with an earned 2.0 GPA, preferably from an NLNAC approved program, and a written recommendation from the program chairperson or current employer; OR
3. Graduation within 10 years, preferably from an NLNAC accredited program, and work experience in nursing equivalent to 1,000 hours in the last three years; OR
4. Continuous employment as an LPN for those who have graduated longer than 10 years ago.

Acceptance into the practical nursing program is conditional until receipt and review of a required physical exam, criminal record and child abuse clearance reports.

LPN to RN Program Requirements
LPN to RN Bridge