Looking to start a career in nursing? San Jacinto College’s three-term vocational nursing program can help get you there. Learn about admission requirements and steps to apply. Submit your application today!
The VN program accepts applications twice per year. The Spring 2025 application period is open from July 1 until September 30, 2024. The Fall 2025 application period is open from February 1 until April 19, 2025.. The online application will close at 3 p.m. on the closing date. You can find all the information you need right here to get you started quickly and easily.
To be accepted into the VN program, you must meet the general admissions requirements for San Jac as well as the ones specific to our program. Under these, you must:
If you’re not a current San Jac student, you need to first apply to the College. You can apply online through the ApplyTexas website. Or visit our admissions page for more information.
We automatically evaluate transcripts, but there are a few exceptions. This includes transcripts from schools outside of the US and military transcripts. In addition, if we received your transcript prior to 2019, then you’ll need to request a transcript evaluation. Simply call our main number at 281-998-6150, ask for a transcript evaluation, and describe your type of transcript.
If you’re a first time college student, this orientation is required. You need to complete this orientation before you can apply to the Vocational Nursing program.
Your advisor will let you know if there are any entrance exams you need to take. If you’ve already taken your entrance exams, your advisor can help evaluate your scores.
We use CastleBranch for document tracking. When applying to the program, you’ll use CastleBranch to provide a background check. Once you are admitted to the program, you will use CastleBranch to provide additional requirements. CastleBranch Package Code: SV22 for South Campus only.
The TEAS Exam evaluates basic academic knowledge in Reading, Mathematics, Science,
English, and Language Usage. Scores may not be older than 2 years from the deadline
date.
You may take the four-hour exam in-person at San Jac North or take a remote exam from
home.
Testing at North Campus
In-Person Testing. Select a date to sign up:
Cost: $71 + tax
The TEAS Exam evaluates basic academic knowledge in Reading, Mathematics, Science,
English, and Language Usage. Scores may not be older than 2 years from the deadline
date.
You may take the four-hour exam in-person at San Jac South or take a remote exam from
home.
Sign Up for In-Person Testing
Cost: $71 + tax
Sign Up for Remote Testing
Cost: $120 + tax
Attending an information session isn’t mandatory for admission, but they’re very helpful. You can find out more about the program and get answers to questions about the application process.
Spring 2025 Application Period:
July 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Once you have completed the rest of the steps, you’re ready to apply to the program!
Upload your documents and complete the application. Incomplete applications will not
be considered.
Use your student login to access the application.
Vocational Nursing Application - North Campus
Vocational Nursing Application - South Campus
Face-to-Face Sessions
Please sign in at the door.
Campus | Date | Time | Location |
---|---|---|---|
south | Sept. 11 | 1 p.m. | S-1.118 |
North | Sept. 12 | 2 p.m. | N17.1080 |
North | Sept. 18 | 2 p.m. | N17.1080 |
You’ll need to include your San Jac GPS (Graduation Plan Strategy) report when you apply. Access your GPS Report through My San Jac. To get your GPS Report:
Please remember that all transcripts must:
You’ll need to include your San Jac GPS (Graduation Plan Strategy) report when you apply. Access your GPS Report through My San Jac. To get your GPS Report:
Please remember that all transcripts must:
New student orientation for the VN program is mandatory. Orientation details will be included in your acceptance letter.
We use CastleBranch to document and track immunization records, drug screenings, and more. It is also a good idea to obtain hard copies of your immunizations for your own records. Once you are accepted, please upload documentation for the following immunizations:
Additional Vaccine Requirements
As part of the VN program, you will be studying in facilities outside of the College.
During these times, you will be required to comply with the immunization policies
of each facility to be able to participate. This includes COVID-19 vaccinations. These
requirements are implemented by the outside facilities and are not mandated by San
Jac. Failure to meet the immunization requirements may limit your ability to complete
the program. It may also delay your graduation date. San Jac does not process exemptions.
You must address potential vaccination exemptions directly with the external learning
site.
Please upload to CastleBranch proof of Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, and AED Training for Health Care Professionals Certificate card from the American Heart Association. Online courses are not accepted.
You will need to submit your original Blue Card or Outcome Letter to the Vocational Nursing Office at orientation. You will receive these after your background check.
We also use CastleBranch for our background checks and drug screenings. You must have a clear criminal background to be eligible for a nursing license. If you have an issue in attaining your license, you can file a Declaratory Order. Declatory orders allow the Board of Nursing to make a decision on your eligibility before you enter a nursing program. Please note:
The drug screen, Blue Card, and physical exam are required after you are accepted into the program. You will receive information about these screenings once you’ve been accepted. You may schedule the exam with a private physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant. Just make sure you use the forms the Vocational Nursing program provides.
The exam:
You must have health insurance when you are accepted into the program, and maintain your insurance without lapses throughout the program. The Gold Card does not count as health insurance.
San Jac doesn’t participate in a specific College-sponsored health insurance plan. You may obtain insurance through private companies. Compare companies and study the terms of their policies before buying coverage. We are offering the following providers as a resource only, not as an endorsement:
Call: 281-998-6350 ext. 3592
Email: vocational.nursing@sjcd.edu