CSU Pre-Nursing Core

The Pre-Nursing Core has been adopted by all CSU Nursing Programs.  A minimum overall GPA of 2.0 in these Pre-Nursing Core courses is required for entry into our RN to BSN program.  Students must complete all of the Pre-Nursing Core courses, or their equivalents with a grade of C or better.  Courses with substandard grades (C- or below) may be repeated only once. 

GE Area at CSUSM for
Native Students

CSUSM
Course No.

CSUSM Course Title

No. of Units

B2

 BIOL 175 Introduction to Anatomy/Physiology I 4
  BIOL 176 Instroduction to Anatomy/Physiology II 4
  BIOL 160 Microbiology 4
 B1 CHEM 105

Organic & Biochemistry for Life
For the RN applicant, please contact an Extended Learning Advisor to learn what coursework will be accepted to meet this requirement at 760-750-4020.

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 B1 CHEM 105L Organic & Biochemistry for Life Laboratory 1
 B4 Any CSU B4 Math course Any CSU B4 Math course 3
 A1 GEO 102 Oral Communication (Speech) 3
 A2 GEW 101 Written Communication (College English) 3
 A3

Choose One:
LTWR 115
or
MATH 110
or
PHIL 110
or
PSYC 110

Critical Thinking
Critical Reading & Writing

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking in Psychology

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