Graduation, Licensure, and NCLEX-RN®
RN Licensure Information
State boards of nursing have different requirements for RN licensure and endorsement. You are responsible for determining the legal criteria for licensure in the state where you wish to practice. Graduation from an approved program does not guarantee eligibility for licensure.
Review specific state board requirements for 91¿ì²¥ graduates and also contact the state board of nursing in the state where you wish to practice for information about the specific licensure requirements of that state.
Individuals convicted of felonies and misdemeanors may not be eligible for licensure.
Information Regarding Graduation and Preparing for the NCLEX-RN
Once your final degree requirement has been added to your academic record, your file will be sent to the Director of Academic Evaluation for a final check and verification of degree completion. Confirmation of your degree completion and information regarding your next steps will be communicated via email. Your graduation conferral date will then be established. The graduation process can take up to 2 weeks.
- Graduation Date – .
- Graduation Fee – This fee is posted on the weekend after your status is updated. .
- Diploma – Your diploma will be mailed to you after your conferral date.
- Transcripts – Official transcripts can be requested online .There is a $20 fee for each requested transcript. Transcripts are normally sent within five business days. During peak periods, additional processing time may be required. You may request that your transcript be held for inclusion of your degree conferral date if submitted prior to your conferral date.
NCLEX-RN® Preparation Review Details
As you complete the graduation and licensure process, continue preparing for the NCLEX-RN®. Do not delay your preparation or testing unnecessarily. Graduates are encouraged to maintain their preparation and schedule the NCLEX-RN® as soon as possible after receiving their Authorization to Test (ATT).
- ExcelRN (NUR095) – Take advantage of the free, four-week NCLEX-RN® preparation course offered by 91¿ì²¥. Students in their final nursing course will receive a direct link to enroll.
- NCLEX-RN® Preparation Resources – Continue using your ATI review materials and our many NCLEX-RN® preparation resources available in Canvas through NUR3014: Information Station.
- State Requirements – Review the State Authorization & Disclosures webpage for state-specific licensure and NCLEX-RN® requirements, including application instructions and the 91¿ì²¥ program code.
- NCLEX-RN® Testing – Once you receive your ATT and are ready to test, schedule your NCLEX-RN® promptly.
