Guaranteed Admission Program

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Guaranteed Admission Program

This Guaranteed Admission Program (GAP) establishes a guaranteed admission pathway for students who complete their Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Business degree at College of Southern Nevada and then intend to transfer to Nevada State University to complete their bachelor’s degree. It aims to make the transfer process smooth, predictable, and accessible while encouraging academic planning and achievement at both institutions. An overarching goal is to ensure that associate degree earners are rewarded for their time, effort, and credits earned at their origin institution.

This agreement allows students who complete an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or Associate of Business degree at College of Southern Nevada in good academic standing to gain automatic admission to Nevada State University.

Benefits:

1. Guaranteed Admission: Less barriers and uncertainty when pursuing the next step in their education.
2. Cost Savings: Start your education at CSN, then transfer to Nevada State to complete your degree, which offers the lowest tuition of any university in Nevada.
3. Course Transfer & Credit Acceptance: Enter Nevada State University with your core curriculum requirements complete and maximize the effective transfer of credits toward your bachelor’s degree.
4. Joint Advising: Receive academic advising and access to resources from both institutions to ensure a smooth and supportive transfer process. Transfer workshops, campus tours, and other events will be available to help prepare students for a successful transition.
5. Scorpion Transfer Scholarship: Qualify for Scholarships for transfer students who have earned an associate degree.

Eligibility Criteria:

Academic Requirements

• Students must complete an Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), or an Associate of Business degree at College of Southern Nevada.
• Students must be in good academic standing and eligible to return to the College of Sothern Nevada.
• Completion of specific prerequisite courses related to the desired major at Nevada State University as outlined in the student’s transfer agreement.

Expedited Application Process

• Students must apply for admission to Nevada State University by the application deadline for the intended semester of transfer.
• Meet with your CSN academic advisor as well as your NS transfer specialist to ensure you are on track with your degree progression at each institution.
• Submit an online admission application to Nevada State University
• Provide official CSN transcripts to Nevada State University showing your completed associate degree and GPA.
• Attend a transfer event and begin your journey at Nevada State University!

Exclusions and Limitations:

Program-Specific Requirements

• This guarantee does not apply to highly selective programs or programs with limited enrollment (e.g., Nursing, Education, etc.), which may have additional admission requirements.