Welcome to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program at San Juan Bautista School of Medicine. The minimum standard for admission into the program is a High School diploma. Applicants are expected to have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.50 (on a scale in which A = 4.0) for high school applicants, or 2.75 GPA for applicants with an Associate degree in Nursing. SJBSM recommends submitting all required materials at least four (4) weeks prior to any BSN Program deadline, preferably months in advance. All applications must be verified by the application deadline. Admission to the BSN Program is competitive, so the earlier you apply the better. The BSN program accepts transfer students’ applications, for more info please contact the Admissions office.
Upon Acceptance
- Provide a Health Physical exam.
- Identification Picture (2x2) and Personal ID (driver's license or passport).
- Immunization record (Hepatitis x2, chicken pox x2) or titers, Influenza, COVID19.
Final Decision
The BSN Admissions Committee will evaluate and make the final decision in accordance with established admissions criteria using the evaluation rubric. The analysis includes academic achievements, academic record, admission test scores that apply to the selected program, basic studies required to enter the program, ability to relate to other people and resolve problems, participation in community and scientific activities, and motivations to become a healthcare professional. The Admissions officer will send a letter via email informing the applicants about the decision.
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation and veteran, marital or parental status.
Mailing Address
Please mail the required documents to the following mailing address:
San Juan Bautista School of Medicine
Admissions Office
PO Box 4968
Caguas, PR 00726-4968
More information about the core educational competencies for our nursing students is available in our SJBSM Catalog.
