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Guaranteed Acceptance Program (GAP)

Georgia Southwestern State University's College of Nursing and Health Sciences offers the Guaranteed Acceptance Program (GAP), an exclusive opportunity for a select group of high-achieving high school students admitted to GSW who are interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

GAP provides qualified students with a guaranteed seat in the BSN program, provided they meet all required academic benchmarks while enrolled. GAP students are considered an important part of the pre-nursing program and as such are invited to join in activities held by GSWANS (GSW Association of Nursing Students). GSWANS is a great way to get to know your fellow students and faculty. The College also hosts a special meet and greet reception to help GAP students transition smoothly into nursing at GSW.

Admission to GSW's BSN program is extremely competitive, and GAP offers a distinct advantage. Students who begin their academic journey at GSW have the opportunity to apply for this program, with selection based on high school GPA, SAT/ACT scores, and two references. GAP participants receive priority consideration over other applicants.

Priority application deadlines are March 1 and April 1. Apply early to improve your chances are being part of this limited program!

Application Requirements

To qualify for the Guaranteed Acceptance Program, students must:

  • Be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Traditional BSN) degree
  • Complete a GAP Application Form
  • Submit two academic references using the Academic Reference Form. One should be from a high school science teacher. Reference forms may be completed by the reviewer and then emailed directly to nursing@gsw.edu.

GPA and SAT/ACT Requirements

Applicants must have a Freshman Index (FIND) of 2300 or greater OR a 3.25 GPA to be eligible for GAP. Freshman Index is calculated using GPA and SAT/ACT scores. The formulas to determine the student’s FIND are:

  • Freshman Index based on SAT scores:  FIND = High School Academic GPA x 500 + (1.06 x (SAT EBRW + SAT Math) - 74)
  • Freshman Index based on ACT scores:  FIND = High School Academic GPA x 500 + (ACT composite X 42) + 88
  • The GPA calculation is completed by the Office of Recruitment and Admissions and is based on the 17 Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) courses.

Students admitted into University College using ACCUPLACER scores are not eligible for consideration for the GAP.

Apply to GSW GAP Application

Department Contact

School of Nursing

Health & Human Science Complex
Carter I

229-931-2286
nursing@gsw.edu

Faculty & Staff


Don't Miss the Deadline!

Priority deadlines for GAP are March 1 and April 1. Make sure to apply early!

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GAP Application

Personalized Attention

While completing the core curriculum at GSW, GAP students will be advised by a professional nursing advisor. This gives the student a mentor and helps them navigate the core so that they are on track for entrance to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences for the fall admission cycle.

Maintaining GAP Status

In order to continue consideration as a GAP student, students must:

  • Maintain continual full-time enrollment in good standing with GSW between enrollment to the University and entrance to the Nursing Program.
  • Take all courses at GSW after enrollment at the University.
  • Meet all GSW College of Nursing and Health Sciences enrollment requirements and begin nursing program 2 years from university entrance. Those anticipating earlier application must meet with their advisor for individual study plan.
  • Submit completed Traditional BSN Application Form (no supporting documents needed) to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences by the published deadlines for the Traditional BSN Program.
  • Complete all courses in Areas A-F (excluding Area F elective).
  • Must have a grade of “C” or higher in Area A, Area C Literature course, Area D, and Area F.  Please remember a "C" is only a GPA of 2.0- you must have higher than this to achieve a 2.8.
  • Earn an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.8/4.0. Calculation of GPA is based on grades in Area A, Area C Literature course, Area D, and Area F. If any of the applicable courses have been repeated, all attempts are included in this calculation.
  • Successful completion of the HESI A2 (minimum score of 75%) and order a HESI Transcript.

Don't Meet the Requirements?

High school seniors admitted to GSW as Beginning Freshmen who do not meet the GAP requirements or who are denied admission to the GAP Program will still be listed as “pre-nursing” majors and may apply to the College of Nursing and Health Sciences during their sophomore year at GSW.