How to Apply through NursingCAS - Graduate

    1. The UAA School of Nursing (SON) uses an independent organization that processes applications for SON called the Nursing Centralized Application Service (NursingCAS). All applicants must set up a NursingCAS account and complete the application to the UAA SON program of choice. All students applying to any UAA SON program must apply through NursingCAS by the stipulated deadline date in order to be considered for admission into the UAA SON. 
    2. To apply, visit NursingCAS and follow steps below:
      1. Select the term/year you will begin the program
      2. Click on “Apply” 
      3. Create your account
      4. Click on “Add Program”
        • Select the program to which you are applying—be sure you select the correct track and if degree or certificate.
        • Complete the application as directed.
    3. Upload and add all required items into your NursingCAS account. Required application materials are as follows: 
      1. Your resume/CV using the Resume Guidelines 
      2. A copy of your RN license; also include your APRN license if  you have one.
      3. Writing sample in response to the prompt provided in CAS.
      4. KIRA recorded interview.
        • If you select the correct program, you are answering the correct questions even if they are asked by someone whose title or program is not nursing.
    4. Once the above steps have been completed in your NursingCAS application, you must submit your application via NursingCAS in order to have your application reviewed by UAA School of Nursing. Contact NursingCAS Technical Support: 617-612-2880, Mon. – Thurs. 9am – 7pm EST, Friday 9am – 5pm EST if you have difficulty or wish to confirm your application is complete. Applications will not be reviewed or considered without all components of the application completed (Graduate School application, NursingCAS, KIRA). Please also visit NursingCAS Applicant Responsibilities and NursingCAS Help Center resources.

Note: Fee Waivers are available on NursingCAS if you meet certain requirements. You must apply for the fee waiver before you submit your application! If you have applied for the NursingCAS Fee Waiver through your CAS portal and it was not approved, please use the School of Nursing Form to request financial assistance. Applicants must submit the School of Nursing Form at least 2 weeks prior to the application deadline.