APPLYING TO SINTE GLESKA UNIVERSITY LPN PROGRAM
Printed Application Packets can be picked up and submitted to the Nursing Department by March 15th.
Eligibility Requirements:
1. ACT with a score of 18 or higher taken within the last 5 years or “Accuplacer Test” offered at the SGU Science Center. Contact us to set up an appointment to take the “Accuplacer Test” if needed.
2. Completion of all General and Nursing prerequisites as indicated on the status sheet. Nursing classes must be completed with a “B” (80% or above).
3. Cumulative grade point average of at least a 3.0 on a 4.0 grading scale.
4. Maintain a current Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) license.
For questions related to eligibility of courses transferring from another university, contact Cheryl Medearis, Academic Vice President (605-856-8117).
Application Requirements:
1. Application Packet: In order to apply to SGU LPN Program, you must submit the application form and supporting documents. These include
a) Application form
b) Personal essay
c) Immunization Record- Must be up to date.
d) Physician statement of physical and emotional ability to perform required nursing tasks. Must have been seen within the last year.
e) Three References. These should be work or educational references. No family or friends.
f) Official High school and College Transcripts must be submitted to the SGU Registrar’s Office as soon as possible.
Incomplete Applications will not be considered.
2. TEAS Test: After submitting the completed application and supporting documents to the Nursing Department by March 15th, students are required to check out a TEAS study manual and schedule a study session appointment with a nursing tutor. Completion of this study session is mandatory. Once you have completed your study session, the tutor will arrange a time for you to take the computerized TEAS exam at the SGU Nursing Department during April into May . You must pass the TEAS exam with at least a 60% total score. Students that need to repeat the TEAS must do so at their own expense, no later than June 30th.
Your contact person will be Layne Neal, LPN, AAS, email: [email protected]
3. Interview: After the application form, supporting documents, and transcripts are complete, and the TEAS scheduled, you will be requested to schedule an interview with the nursing department.
4. Letter of notification: Following your interview, you will receive a notification letter by May 30th indicating whether you have been accepted. It is imperative that you keep an up-to-date phone number and SGU email address. Check your e-mail daily. Email is our primary form of communication.
After Acceptance into the Program:
1. A criminal background check will be required prior to the beginning of clinicals.
2. Full immunizations must be completed by August 1. (Several of the immunizations are given in a series and require time between doses. Plan appropriately. You will not be able to start clinicals if you are not fully vaccinated.)
3. Maintain a current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate.
4. Maintain a 3.0 GPA (at least 80%) in every LPN or supporting class.
Revised 04/29/2025
Application to Nursing Program
Immunization Form
Physical Form
Work or Educational reference
