Requirements and Expectations

New Cohort Information

Please read this information carefully and follow directions completely.

Immunization Records 

• Evidence of current immunization status is required by all clinical sites (hospitals, long-term facilities, etc.). It is your responsibility to fulfill all requirements.

• You cannot participate in clinical courses without evidence of immunizations for the diseases listed on the Junior Information Page.

• All immunization documentation must be uploaded to American Data Bank by June 30, with the exception of the influenza vaccine which is required once it is available each fall. 

• You will receive a confirmation email when all immunization requirements are satisfactorily met.

• For any immunization questions, email the School of Nursing Office at bson-onboarding@northwestu.edu.

Travel Passport Requirements 

• Upload a copy of your travel passport to American Data Bank by June 30.
• The expiration date on your passport must be on or after October 31st of the year you graduate.

Prerequisite Completion Requirement 

All prerequisite courses taken outside of NU must be complete on or before June 30, of the year you are entering the nursing program. Prerequisite courses taken at NU must be complete on or before the last day of the NU summer term.