Nursing Admissions Procedure

Fall Quarter: Take the Nursing Application Class during the spring quarter - application deadline is July 12
Winter Quarter: Take the Nursing Application Class during the summer quarter - application deadline is September 12
Spring Quarter: Take the Application Class during the fall quarter - application deadline is January 12
Evening Cohort: Take the Application Class during the spring quarter - application deadline is July 12 for years 2023, 2025 and 2027

Complete list of Nursing Program Prerequisites and Program Completion Requirements.

Note: ANTH& 206D must be completed at EvCC to meet the DTA requirements.
Students should also be aware that while MATH 96 (Intermediate Algebra) is not a requirement for EvCC's Nursing Program, it is one for UW Bothell BSN program.

The Nursing Application class must be taken each time a student wishes to apply for Everett's nursing program and is the actual application for the program. It should only be taken when a student has completed the required steps in the admissions process and is ready to apply.  A non-refundable fee will be added to a student's account the first time they take it. If they need to retake the class, no subsequent fee will be added. It will not show on ctc accounts, registration, or transcripts. It is accessed through Canvas, completely online, opens at the same time as the other classes do for that quarter, and must be completed by the deadline of the cohort they are applying for. Enrollment into the class closes at 5pm on the Friday of week 5 in Summer quarter, and at 5pm on the Friday of week 7 during Fall and Spring quarters. It does not run during the winter quarter. The nursing admissions essay is also given through the class. Students must complete a new permission form each time they want to take the class.   Click this link to complete the permission form. No permission forms for the summer class will be accepted until June 13.

Everett's Nursing Program uses the PAX as part of their admissions requirements. This entrance exam was created by the Testing Division of the National League for Nursing (NLN) and has three sections:

Verbal 40 Minutes: The verbal portion of the exam is the most challenging for the majority of nursing students. The verbal portion of the test includes vocabulary and reading comprehension.

Math 40 Minutes: The math portion of the exam incorporates many areas of math from basic addition and subtraction through fractions, decimals, geometry and algebra.

Science 40 Minutes: The science portion of the exam includes biology, chemistry, physics and anatomy. Although completing anatomy and physiology course is not required before taking the

The PAX must be completed before the deadline date of the quarter you are applying for and uploaded into your online application before submitting.

Students may take the test only once per application period, and their test score must reach at least the 58% percentile on the conversion chart to be eligible for the program.

The Nursing Program will only accept PAX test scores from tests that were administered through EvCC’s account. Test results from an exam taken through any other account than EvCC will not be considered by the Admissions Committee. For questions, please contact the HPSC at healthprofessions@everettcc.edu

 If a student needs testing accommodations, they should contact the Center for Disability Services at 425-388-9272. The Nursing Admissions Committee is not made aware of any testing accommodations that students are given by the CDC, and these accommodations are not a factor in the Committee's consideration of a student's application.

Before setting up your account and purchasing a test, please look over these helpful and important Tips:

• Make sure and select Everett Community College as your school so we have access to your test results
• Make sure and set the correct time zone when creating your account and purchasing a test (America/Los Angeles)
• Select the PAX Preadmission exam when purchasing your test
• If you have accommodations from the Center for Disability Services, make sure that they have sent the proper paperwork to the NLN at least 5 days prior to your test.
• Don’t use a Chromebook, tablets, or cell phone when taking the test
• You will need a working built-in or external webcam and microphone
• Disable pop-up blockers
• Students will be able to log in to their test link no more that 15 minutes before the test
• The price of the test is $68.50
• Do not send an email to the HPSC that you have completed your test. You will need to download a copy of your scores for later submission into your application.

Even though this system allows students to take the test more than once during an application cycle, Everett still only allows taking this test once a cycle. We will run a report of all tests taken during that cycle, and if we see a student with more than one test, we will only accept the scores from the first test they have taken in their application. If they upload scores other than the first one, their application will be disqualified.

Use this link    to help you create your account with NLN, register and pay for a test. 

The test is proctored remotely bya a third- party system. Use this link   to schedule you exam and tips for completion of the assessment.

PAX Test Composite Conversion Table

Writing a short one-page essay on a provided topic is part of the admissions process. The essay will be given as an assignment in the Nursing Application class on the Thursday of week 6 in Summer and the Thursday of week 8 in Fall and Spring quarters. Students will have from 8 am-8 pm on those days to complete it. Only students in the current Nursing Application class will have the opportunity to sit for the essay. The essays are graded using this rubric.  

This test is given through ALTA Language Services and proctored in conjunction with EvCC.
To receive points in this category, students will need to set up a testing date with the Health Professions Service Center at healthprofessions@everettcc.edu. Available dates for the current application cycle will be posted below. When sending your request to the HPSC provide the following information:

•  Receipt of $68 fee paid at EvCC Cashier's Office showing your name, student ID, what the fee was for, and that it was paid
• 1st Preferred date and time
• 2nd Preferred date and time
• 3rd Preferred date and time
• Full Name
• Phone number
• Student ID number
• The language you wish to be tested on

Requests must be made at least 2 business days before the actual testing date and are subject to availability. Make sure that you have received an email back from the HPSC confirming your date. Tests last from 20-30 minutes depending on student's skill level.

Students will now test over the phone from their homes. The Health Professions Service Center will send approved students a link for a Zoom meeting the day before their test date. This is so they can check a students state approved ID to confirm the correct student is taking the test, so make sure and have it ready along with a device that has a camera. No ID, no test.

You will be scored in the categories of communication, comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary. An overall score will be assigned to your performance and at least a level 9 is required to receive points towards your application. Your evaluator is not allowed to share your score with you. The HPSC will be sent a copy of the results and then they in turn, will send back a copy to the student using the email provided in their testing request for use in their application. Test scores must be dated within 12 months of the deadline applied for.

Students can receive a total of 10 points for only one of these categories in the language section: Medical Interpreter, ASL certification or language testing. They would add a current certification or testing scores to their application for review.  

Here is a list of the languages available for testing.

World Language Testing Dates for the Fall 2024 Nursing Cohort will be posted during the Spring quarter.

Student Testing Instructions.

All applicants must create an immunization account and complete a background check through our online system with Complio. Effective June 1,immunization accounst will cost $18 and are good for one year. This student user guide will help with setting up your account.   Effective June 1, the national background check will start at $60 and can go up if you have lived in several counties or states. The national background check is good for six months from the date of completion. Do not complete one until you are ready to apply for the program. If it expires on or before the application cycle deadline, it must be renewed, or it will keep a student's application from being considered for that application period.

Your account must be compliant with the standards on the Immunization Guide   in order for you to be considered for the Nursing Program for that application cycle. Please read about the Hepatitis B immunizations and testing on the clinical passport tutorial    as this process can take several months to complete. A titer, blood draw to check for immunity, is required for Hepatitis B 6-8 weeks after the completion of the series of shots. Also review the tuberculosis requirements before visiting your healthcare provider for this test.

Students that are in need of health insurance can use this link   to learn about options available to them.

Point System  and Calculating GPA 

This system gives students a more diversified way to earn admittance into the program. While your test scores are still a factor, you now have other opportunities to earn points, from prerequisite GPA totals, work experience or licensure in the healthcare industry, and other educational degrees earned above an Associate's Degree.

Criminal History Disclosure Form 

Please note that this form is not the same as the national criminal background check. It must be completed by all applicants and uploaded as part of their application. A new form must be completed and submitted for each application cycle. This form must be dated within 3 months of the deadline that the student is applying for. Make sure to fill it out completely signing and dating. Failure to complete any of these steps will disqualify a student's application.

Employment Verification Form 

Please note that we will not accept an Employment Verification Form if the corresponding licensure has not been submitted as well.

Credit Transfer Process