Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS - RN Pre-Licensure)

Academic Overview & Description

ACEN-accredited rural nursing cohort delivering clinical simulation training and rotations at Holy Cross Hospital in Taos and regional northern New Mexico health clinics.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Holy Cross Hospital Nurse Fellowship: 100% tuition coverage plus clinic scrub stipend

Tuition Rate

$0 - $2,500/year

Application Fee

$30

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

2.75+ prerequisite GPA (anatomy, physiology, microbiology, psychology)

English Language

IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 61

Standardized Exam

HESI A2 or TEAS exam composite score 70%+

Application Materials

Nursing application, official transcripts, background clearance

Letters of Recommendation

Two professional/academic recommendations

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult University of New Mexico - Taos's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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