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Admission Information/Forms

The Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing requires you to complete an Application for Admission form to our program via the online form or printable version below. There is other paperwork required for your Application for Admission that you may print and mail in or else print, fill out, and upload along with your online application submission.

We are now accepting applications for Fall 2025

Process for the Application for Admission

Application Instructions

A. Complete the Admissions Packet

  1. Complete the Application for Admission using the print-friendly application or the online form below. Pay attention to what forms you must attach before submitting the application. You must also provide a copy of your license or school identification, as stated on the application.
  2. Read, sign and return the disclosure form, which lists Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing’s statistical data on retention and NCLEX pass rates from previous years.
  3. Provide 3 references by having them fill out and return the reference form. All references need to come directly from the person offering the reference and NOT the student.  Reference forms can by submitted through email or mail.

B. Request Official Transcripts

  1. The applicant is required to request official academic transcripts from high school, all colleges and/or secondary programs attended to be forwarded to the Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing. Only official transcripts will be accepted by Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing. They must come directly from your previous institution. They may not be opened by anyone other than our Admissions department. If you have any questions, please call the Admissions office at 412-777-6204.
  2. If you obtained a GED, please request high school transcripts up to the point of withdrawal and an official copy of GED test results to be forwarded to the Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing.

Please Note: An application will not be considered for admission until all prerequisite classes (Algebra, Chemistry w/ Lab and Biology w/ Lab) are satisfied either by completion of a  “C” or better through high school, a Nursing ABC internet course, or your local community college.

C. Procedure for the ATI Pre-Entrance Examination

  1. The applicant interested in attending HVHS School of Nursing must register and take the ATI Pre-Entrance (TEAS) exam.
  2. Please visit: https://atitesting.com/teas/register to schedule your TEAS exam. ATI offers different options to take the exam.
  3. Test results will be provided directly after you complete the exam. Once completed, please send your score sheet to sgyory@hvhs.org.

D. Processing Your Application

As soon as we receive your completed applicant material, with all supporting documentation, results from your ATI Pre-Entrance exam and completion of an interview, your file will go to the next step in the process.

The Admissions Committee will review your application and vote on acceptance. Official notification will be sent via email.

Please send your application, fee and signed Heritage Valley Health System disclosure letter to:

The Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing
Admissions Department
25 Heckel Road
W. Laird Davis Center of Learning
Kennedy Township, PA 15136

If you have additional questions, please call 412-777-6204.

HVHS School of Nursing Application

Please send your $50 non-refundable Application Fee (check and/or money order) to: HVHS School of Nursing (ATTN. Admission Office, 25 Heckel Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136.) Applications to HVHS School of Nursing are selected in accordance with nondiscriminatory practices. You are encouraged to give careful consideration to each question on this form.
Have you resided at the above-mentioned address for at least a year or more?(Required)
Are you a U.S. citizen?(Required)
If no, do you have a permanent resident card?
Please provide a copy of your Permanent Resident Card or Visa with your application.
Are you interested in the HVHS School of Nursing Full Scholarship Program?(Required)
Will you be receiving US Veterans benefits?(Required)
Will you be receiving Unemployment Compensation benefits for educational re-training during attendance?(Required)
Have you applied for education funding through Career Link?(Required)
Will you be applying for financial assistnace while in attendance?(Required)
Have you completed FAFSA for the current academic year?(Required)
Are you in default or overpayment on any previous student loans?(Required)
How did you hear about our program? Please select all that apply.
Have you ever taken a college and/or nursing entrance exam?(Required)

If so, please list:

Do you currently work for HVHS?(Required)
Have you ever applied to the HVHS School of Nursing program before?(Required)
Have you attended any nursing program before?(Required)
If yes, please select type:

Criminal Background Check

CRIMINAL, AND CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCES (ACT 33/34)/ FBI FINGERPRINTING Act 33/34 Criminal, child abuse background checks and Act 72 FBI fingerprinting will be completed on all students prior to the first day of class (students are responsible for fees associated with clearances). Prior conviction of a felony or certain misdemeanors, other than minor traffic offenses, may make students ineligible to participate in various clinical experiences and possibly may make it impossible for an individual to complete the scheduled program of study. Additionally, prior conviction of a felony or misdemeanor may make students ineligible for professional licensure, professional certification, or professional registration, dependent upon the specific regulations of individual health professions and state of practice. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain verification of ability to acquire licensure through the Pennsylvania State Board with said violation. A person convicted of any felonious act may be prohibited from licensure by any State Board of Nursing at any time. Acceptance into the HVHS School of Nursing does not guarantee approval by State Boards of Nursing to permit licensure. If a student is charged of a felony, misdemeanor, or other various offense, other than a minor traffic offense, during the time they are a student, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the Director, School of Nursing. A conviction may lead to program dismissal due to the inability to obtain state licensure. Any false statements made by the applicant at any time during the application process, or refusal to submit or consent to a criminal and child abuse background check will disqualify the applicant from participation in laboratory/clinical aspects of the program resulting in an inability to meet program outcomes thus requiring dismissal from the program. All background checks must be completed by the start of classes. Students must adhere to the deadlines set by the Admissions Office and the faculty to file the background checks. All students must comply with this requirement. The student cannot attend class or clinical experience if this requirement is not satisfied and may fail the course due to missed experiences if this requirement is not satisfied. HVK SON is required to give proof to the clinical agencies that students have passed the criminal and child abuse background checks. Any applicant who questions a prior conviction in relation to licensure should refer to the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing website https://www.dos.pa.gov/ProfessionalLicensing/Pages/ACT-53-2020.aspx and review ACT 53 of 2020 Best Practices Guide. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the criminal and child abuse background check, contact the Admissions Office.
Have you ever pled guilty or been convicted of a crime?(Required)
I am aware that the HVHS SON does not guarantee State Board of Nursing approval of licensure to candidates with certain criminal backgrounds. I acknowledge having read the above and recognize it is my responsibility to secure my eligibility.(Required)

Education

List ALL schools attended. For the graduating high school senior or the high school graduate, please request that your high school(s) mail an OFFICIAL transcript to the HVHS School of Nursing Admissions Office. If you are currently in high school, request an unofficial copy for review and have your school mail an OFFICIAL copy of your FINAL transcript to the Admissions Office, upon graduation. For high school completed by GED, have an official copy of your scores and official high school transcript (up to time of withdrawal/dismissal) sent directly to the HVHS School of Nursing Admissions Office.

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION: List ALL schools attended beyond high school beginning with your current or most recent institution. Report all schools whether or not credit was earned. Attach a supplemental list if necessary. Request that EACH institution mail an OFFICIAL transcript directly to the HVHS School of Nursing Admissions Office.

I hereby certify that all statements on this application and essay are correct to the best of my knowledge and that I understand that falsifications or omissions of information may result in disqualification or dismissal of this application to the HVHS School of Nursing program. I authorize official representatives of the HVHS School of Nursing to verify information provided in this application. Application materials submitted as part of the application process will become the property of HVHS School of Nursing. Materials will NOT be returned. Please keep a copy for your records, if desired before submitting. I agree to abide by the policies and regulations of the HVHS School of Nursing program. Please note: Drug and alcohol screenings will be required of students as a condition of eligibility to participate in theory, laboratory, clinical, practicum classes or all school and/or hospital activities.(Required)

Non-refundable Application Fee

Please send a $50 check and/or money order payable to: Heritage Valley Health System School of Nursing (ATTN. Admission Office, 25 Heckel Road, McKees Rocks, PA 15136).
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