
Nursing Advanced Entry Program - BScN
Course at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 2.5 yearsDuration
- Toronto Metropolitan University, downtown Toronto campus, CanadaLocation
- Faculty of Community ServicesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Toronto Metropolitan University, downtown Toronto campusCampus
- Bachelor of Science in NursingAwards
- $40,104Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
Looking to build on your previous university education and transition into a rewarding career as a registered nurse? The Nursing Advanced Entry Program at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) is an accelerated degree program designed for academically strong students who have already completed at least 2 years of university study.
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Spanning a total of 5 semesters, you'll explore nursing curriculum and simulation labs. You'll then apply your studies to progressive clinical placements in diverse settings across the Greater Toronto Area. A final preceptorship will prepare you for entry-level practice as a registered nurse.
Is this course right for you?
Our counsellors check your profile against this programme's entry criteria and tell you where you stand — before you pay anything.
What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 6.5
- Study modeFull Time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
This is a Grades-Only program. 'To be eligible for this competitive program, you must have completed all required prerequisite courses, as well as approximately 2 years of academic study. This is equivalent to 20 TMU credits (approximately 20 semestered courses or 10 full-year courses) at an accredited university.' Grade range: 'Check requirements'. Academic admission requirements for all applicant categories are published on TMU's admission requirements page; if you haven't been educated in Ontario you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements, and TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion. Accreditation: 'Graduates from programs with this status are eligible to register with the College of Nurses of Ontario'. Experiential learning: Placement mandatory. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English language proficiency test is required if, before starting the degree program, the applicant will complete 4 years of full-time secondary study in Canada, in a country/territory on TMU's exempt list, or at a school where English is the primary language of instruction; or will complete a 2- or 3-year diploma at a public accredited college, or one year of full-time degree-level study at an accredited university, in a country where English is the first language and is the language of instruction (courses cannot be EAL/ESL). Accepted qualifications in lieu of a test: AP English Language and Composition or Literature and Composition grade 4+; CSEC English grade A (I) or B (II); GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O Level English, English Language or ESL grade B ('6' in reformed qualifications) or GCE A/AS Level/AICE English grade C; IB English A: Literature or Language and Literature (HL or SL) score 4+ (HL English B is not acceptable); NCUK International Foundation Year EAP or EAPPU grade B. TMU reserves the right to request proof of English proficiency from any applicant regardless of background. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/english-language/ · Application fee: CAD 150.00 (TMU International Application); CAD 90.00 (TMU Application, used by current/previous TMU students, part-time applicants and Special Students). TMU states the OUAC application, used by international students at an Ontario secondary school applying for September, has a fee set by the OUAC ('Consult the OUAC website for details'). Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/international/admissions/how-to-apply/ · Deposit: TMU does not publish an undergraduate tuition/confirmation deposit amount on any page reachable to us: the page that carries offer acceptance, /admissions/undergraduate/accept-offer, is Disallowed for all user agents in https://www.torontomu.ca/robots.txt, so it was not fetched.
The usual set for this level. Your counsellor confirms the exact list for this university.
- Academic transcripts
- English test score (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Passport copy
- Statement of purpose (optional)
- Recommendation letters (optional)
Cost & scholarships
- Tuition$40,104 CAD / year≈ $29,488 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsTMU states it awards 'more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study' across all levels of study, and points applicants to its scholarships and awards pages and to government financial aid programs (OSAP, out-of-province student loans and U.S. student loans). SourceView scholarship page
Application timeline
Typical timings. Deadlines differ per university and intake.
- 1Prepare documents1–2 weeks
- 2Submit application1–3 weeks
- 3Receive offer letter2–6 weeks
- 4Apply for visa4–8 weeks
Application deadline: Guaranteed consideration date for September (Fall) 2027 admission to all programs (Grades-Plus and Grades-Only): February 1, 2027. For January (Winter) 2027 admission, open to international applicants only: October 15, 2026. TMU states 'Complete applicat…
Visa & support journey
- Offer letterFrom the university
- Visa guidanceExpert support
- Pre-departureAccommodation & travel
- Ongoing supportEven after you arrive
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Nursing Advanced Entry Program - BScN cost?
CAD 40,104 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 6.5 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
2.5 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
This is a Grades-Only program. 'To be eligible for this competitive program, you must have completed all required prerequisite courses, as well as approximately 2 years of academic study. This is equivalent to 20 TMU credits (approximately 20 semestered courses or 10 full-year courses) at an accredited university.' Grade range: 'Check requirements'. Academic admission requirements for all applicant categories are published on TMU's admission requirements page; if you haven't been educated in Ontario you may be considered with the equivalent of the Ontario requirements, and TMU reserves the right to determine equivalency at its sole discretion. Accreditation: 'Graduates from programs with this status are eligible to register with the College of Nurses of Ontario'. Experiential learning: Placement mandatory. · English: IELTS 6.5; TOEFL iBT 92; PTE Academic 60; Duolingo English Test 120 · English test waiver: No English language proficiency test is required if, before starting the degree program, the applicant will complete 4 years of full-time secondary study in Canada, in a country/territory on TMU's exempt list, or at a school where English is the primary language of instruction; or will complete a 2- or 3-year diploma at a public accredited college, or one year of full-time degree-level study at an accredited university, in a country where English is the first language and is the language of instruction (courses cannot be EAL/ESL). Accepted qualifications in lieu of a test: AP English Language and Composition or Literature and Composition grade 4+; CSEC English grade A (I) or B (II); GCSE/IGCSE/GCE O Level English, English Language or ESL grade B ('6' in reformed qualifications) or GCE A/AS Level/AICE English grade C; IB English A: Literature or Language and Literature (HL or SL) score 4+ (HL English B is not acceptable); NCUK International Foundation Year EAP or EAPPU grade B. TMU reserves the right to request proof of English proficiency from any applicant regardless of background. Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/admissions/undergraduate/requirements/english-language/ · Application fee: CAD 150.00 (TMU International Application); CAD 90.00 (TMU Application, used by current/previous TMU students, part-time applicants and Special Students). TMU states the OUAC application, used by international students at an Ontario secondary school applying for September, has a fee set by the OUAC ('Consult the OUAC website for details'). Source: https://www.torontomu.ca/international/admissions/how-to-apply/ · Deposit: TMU does not publish an undergraduate tuition/confirmation deposit amount on any page reachable to us: the page that carries offer acceptance, /admissions/undergraduate/accept-offer, is Disallowed for all user agents in https://www.torontomu.ca/robots.txt, so it was not fetched.
Is there a scholarship?
TMU states it awards 'more than $20M in awards, scholarships and bursaries throughout all years of study' across all levels of study, and points applicants to its scholarships and awards pages and to government financial aid programs (OSAP, out-of-province student loans and U.S. student loans). Source View scholarship page
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