Describe how you bring a diverse perspective that honors inclusivity and diversity to the BSN program and the nursing profession.

Personal Statement (Essay Responses)

Essay: Please respond to prompts A and B described below. Prepare your responses carefully. This is your opportunity to tell the admissions committee about yourself in ways that might not be evident from your academic record. The School seeks to admit and educate a diverse student body, both in order to enrich the students’ educational experience and to prepare them to meet the health needs of a diverse society. Student body characteristics that will enhance the diversity in the school include leadership qualities, a strong work record, community or public service record, special talents and interests, gender (males are underrepresented in the nursing profession), and a wide range of economic, social, racial/ethnic and geographic backgrounds. There is no length requirement for each response, but please do not let the essay exceed two pages in total.

A. What lead you to pursue a degree in nursing? How have your academics, activities, and/or work experiences prepared you for a future career in nursing?

B. Describe how you bring a diverse perspective that honors inclusivity and diversity to the BSN program and the nursing profession.