Nursing: Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses
CanadaCourse at a Glance
- BachelorDegree level
- 1.7 yearsDuration
- Keele Campus, CanadaLocation
- Health & Life SciencesField of study
- EnglishLanguage of instruction
- Keele CampusCampus
- BScNAwards
- $40,574Fees
- AvailableScholarship
About this programme
The 20-month Post-RN BScN is designed for internationally educated nurses seeking registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), practice readiness and career advancement in Canada. Learn about the Canadian health care system, health equity and leadership while gaining experience through clinical practicums.
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Explore specialized nursing practice with optional streams in High Acuity and Critical Care, Mental Health, and Care of the Older Adult. To become a Registered Nurse (RN), BScN graduates must pass the NCLEX-RN examination and meet all of the CNO registration requirements, including residency status (Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or authorization to practice in Ontario: work or study permit). Admission to this program is competitive. Visit the IEN website for minimum eligibility and admission requirements, required documents, and frequently asked questions. Not sure if you are eligible to apply? Take our quiz to find out.
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What we look at
- Your subject background and grades
- Your English score, or how to get one
- Budget, including living costs
University & programme
Canada- Listed from the catalogueNot yet staff-verified — ask us to confirm the details.
- English requirementIELTS Overall 7.0
- Study modeFull-Time
Admissions checklist
Entry requirements
Indian curriculum - BScN: This program is designed for internationally educated nurses. To be eligible for admission to the program, you must: be a licensed Registered Nurse in your home jurisdiction; have been evaluated for an RN by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as possessing an education at least equivalent to a diploma level OR have a Registration Certificate as a Registered Nurse from the CNO; and submit all supporting documentation and language proficiency test results (if required) to York's Office of Admissions · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 94; PTE Academic 67; Duolingo English Test 130 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
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$40,574 CAD / year≈ $29,833 / year
- Living costsVary by city — see the destination guide.
- ScholarshipsAutomatic international entrance scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - final average 90%+ - CAD 15,000 year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (max CAD 37,500), renewable/regainable; York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (max CAD 25,000); York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants with 24+ transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. Open to full-time undergraduates paying international tuition. 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: Nursing: Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses application deadline June 1. International applicants (most programmes): Fall 2027 - March 24, 2027; Winter 2027 - November 18, 2026; Summer 2027 - April 1, 2027. Applications continue to be assessed u…
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: Post-RN for Internationally Educated Nurses cost?
CAD 40,574 / year.
What English score does it need?
IELTS 7.0 overall is the score listed for this programme.
How long is it?
1.7 years, as listed by the university.
What are the entry requirements?
Indian curriculum - BScN: This program is designed for internationally educated nurses. To be eligible for admission to the program, you must: be a licensed Registered Nurse in your home jurisdiction; have been evaluated for an RN by the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as possessing an education at least equivalent to a diploma level OR have a Registration Certificate as a Registered Nurse from the CNO; and submit all supporting documentation and language proficiency test results (if required) to York's Office of Admissions · English: IELTS 7.0; TOEFL iBT 94; PTE Academic 67; Duolingo English Test 130 · English test waiver: No English test required if you have completed (or are completing) four full years of study in English or French at an accredited high school in Canada or in a country where English is the official primary language; or four full years of high-school study where English is the primary language of instruction; or one full year of an accredited English-language university degree programme in such a country; or two full years of an accredited college diploma/applied degree in such a country. ESL courses do not count. IB Diploma/IB Career Programme in English or French, GCE/GCSE/IGCSE (min 'B'/'6' in O-level English/English Language/ESL, or predicted 'C' at A/AS/AICE English), CSEC/CAPE and AP at an accredited English-medium school may also qualify for a waiver. Applicants from the York exemption-list countries (incl. India NOT listed; list includes UK, Ireland, US, Australia, NZ, Singapore, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, South Africa, Zimbabwe and others) do not need a test. Source: https://futurestudents.yorku.ca/requirements/language-tests · Application fee: CAD 140.00 · Deposit: CAD 2000.00
Is there a scholarship?
Automatic international entrance scholarships, Fall 2026/Winter 2027 cycle, no application required: York International Scholarship of Distinction - final average 90%+ - CAD 15,000 year 1 plus CAD 7,500 in years 2-4 (max CAD 37,500), renewable/regainable; York International Merit Award - 80-89.9% - CAD 10,000 year 1 plus CAD 5,000 in years 2-4 (max CAD 25,000); York International Entrance Award - 75-79.9% - CAD 5,000 one time; York International Transfer Award - transfer applicants with 24+ transfer credits and 75%+ - CAD 2,500 one time. Open to full-time undergraduates paying international tuition. Source View scholarship page
Is it accredited?
Nursing (Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner and Practical Nurse): Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN), through its Accreditation Bureaus. CASN accreditation of a nursing programme is a national quality mark and is separate from the provincial regulator's own approval of that programme. The College of Nurses of Ontario, for example, states that the education requirement is a nursing programme 'approved or recognized in the jurisdiction where you completed your education', and tha…
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