College of the Rockies offers a four-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing at its Cranbrook campus, leading to a University of Victoria degree. Admission uses four specified academic subject areas, each requiring at least a B- (70%), plus mandatory Casper and selective holistic review. The College admits 40 new students each September; completed requirements submitted by the transcript deadline receive priority.
- Program
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Credential
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (University of Victoria)
- Location
- Cranbrook, British Columbia, Canada
- Casper
- Required · CSP-10200
- Next deadline
- February 15, 2027 (BSN application deadline)
- Seats
- 40 new students each September
- Length
- Four years
Casper Requirement for College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate
College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate requires Casper for the 2026-2027 cycle.
- Test to book
- Canada Casper 1 (English) - Undergraduate Nursing · CSP-10200
- Languages
- English
Check available Casper test dates in your Acuity Insights account at takecasper.com.
Complete Casper and arrange for results to be sent to College of the Rockies Registration. Check Acuity Insights' program-specific booking information for any applicant ID requirement.
Casper format
Casper is an online, open-response situational judgment test run by Acuity Insights. The current format has 11 scenarios (4 video-response and 7 typed-response) with 2 questions each and takes about 65 to 85 minutes, including optional breaks. Typed-response scenarios allow 3.5 minutes to answer both questions.
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College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate Application Deadlines 2026-2027
- Apply through
- EducationPlannerBC or College of the Rockies application form
- Applications open
- November 1, 2026
- Application fee
- $30
| What | When |
|---|---|
| BSN application deadline | February 15, 2027upcoming |
| Academic requirements and final transcript deadline for priority admission | February 28, 2027upcoming |
Apply online through EducationPlannerBC or submit the College's application form in person or by mail. Applicants completing required courses after the transcript deadline may be considered for remaining seats if they document enrolment and submit final grades before the program starts.
College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate Admissions Statistics
Period: Annual intake (College program page displaying 2026/27 information)
- Seats / class size: 40 new students each September
The College reports an annual intake of 40; it does not publish the applicant count or admitted-student average GPA on its program page.
Eligibility Requirements for College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate
- Degree / credits
High school graduation or equivalent.
- Citizenship
The program page lists this intake as open to domestic students.
- Language proficiency
Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to meet the BSN program's IELTS requirement.
Other requirements
- Requisite Skills and Abilities Declaration: Complete the BSN declaration.
- Criminal record check: Complete through BC's Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General.
- Notice of Collection, Use and Disclosure Agreement: Complete the agreement in the admissions package.
- Practicum health requirements: Meet BCCDC health-care-worker immunization requirements, annual influenza and COVID-19 immunization requirements, and provide a negative TB test completed no earlier than seven months before the program begins.
- Practicum CPR: Keep face-to-face-component CPR BLS, CPR HCP, or equivalent certification current.
Selection Factors College of the Rockies Considers
Prerequisites
| Course | Requirement |
|---|---|
| English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12, or ENGL090 | B- (70%) or higher in one |
| Pre-Calculus 11 or 12, Foundations of Mathematics 11 or 12, MATH080, MATH082, or MATH090 | B- (70%) or higher in one |
| Anatomy and Physiology 12 or BIOL090 | B- (70%) or higher in one |
| Chemistry 11 or CHEM080 | B- (70%) or higher in one |
GPA
- How it is calculated
Admission prerequisites are assessed by individual course grades; the College does not publish an admission GPA formula.
Each of the four required subject areas needs a B- (70%) or higher in an accepted course.
Admissions tests
- IELTS (required for some applicants): Applicants whose first language is not English may be required to take IELTS; the BSN outline specifies an overall score of 6.5 in all bands.
Experience and volunteer hours
Not required.
The published BSN admission requirements do not specify prior health-care work or volunteer hours.
Supplementary application
No separate essays or references are specified in the published BSN admission requirements.
How applicants are ranked
The Admissions Coordinator determines eligibility, and the BSN Admissions Committee uses a selective holistic process that includes Casper. Applicants who submit completed academic requirements and final grades by the transcript deadline receive priority; applicants still completing courses may be considered if seats remain.
Interview Format at College of the Rockies
The College's published BSN admission process does not specify an interview.
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Start Practicing FreeCurriculum at College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate
- Program length
- Four years
- Structure
All four years are offered at the Cranbrook campus. After semester five, students become University of Victoria students while completing the remaining degree requirements at College of the Rockies.
- Campuses
- Cranbrook
Classroom, simulation, laboratory, and clinical-practice learning includes rural placements.
Campus and facilities
Located in Cranbrook, British Columbia. The campus supports hands-on nursing training. Clinical affiliations provide rotation sites.
Tuition and Funding at College of the Rockies
The program page currently displays domestic tuition estimates for a previous academic year, not rates for the upcoming intake. Later semesters are billed through the University of Victoria; books, supplies, uniforms, and practicum travel cost extra.
What Applicants Are Saying
Matriculated students describe a demanding environment that rewards preparation in group interviews and clinical readiness. Students describe the group interview as challenging. Students report group interviews favor those with real-world exposure. Matriculated students highlight precepting portions as key to skill-building.
Shared by applicants and students on forums and communities. It is anecdotal, not official program information.
How to Prepare Your College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate Application
- Aim for at least B- (70%) in an accepted course in each required subject area.
- Complete required academic courses and submit final grades by the transcript deadline for priority consideration.
- Book the correct Casper test, select College of the Rockies for score distribution, and use Acuity's practice test to learn its format.
- Consider English 100, Biology 181 and 182, and two transferable non-nursing electives while awaiting a seat.
More About College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate
- Selectivity
High selectivity with limited seats.
Frequently Asked Questions About College of the Rockies Nursing Undergraduate
Does College of the Rockies Nursing require Casper?
Yes. All BSN applicants must complete Casper and have results sent to College of the Rockies Registration.
What is the minimum GPA for College of the Rockies Nursing?
The College publishes no overall admission GPA minimum. It requires at least B- (70%) in an accepted course in each of four prerequisite subject areas.
Is there an interview for College of the Rockies Nursing?
The College's published BSN admission process does not specify an interview format or invitation criteria.
How competitive is College of the Rockies Nursing admission?
The College admits 40 new students each September and uses a selective holistic process that includes Casper. It does not publish an applicant count on its program page.
What are the prerequisites for College of the Rockies Nursing?
An accepted English 12, math 11 or 12, anatomy and physiology 12, and chemistry 11 course, or a listed equivalent, in each subject area, with at least B- (70%) in each.
Can international students apply to College of the Rockies Nursing?
The College currently lists this BSN program as open to domestic students.
What is the application fee for College of the Rockies Nursing?
The program page displays a $30 domestic application fee for a previous academic year; the fee for the upcoming intake is not yet displayed.
How should I prepare for Casper at College of the Rockies?
Confirm the correct test and available sittings with Acuity Insights, then familiarize yourself with the format using its practice test.
Sources
- College of the Rockies: Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- College of the Rockies: BSN program outline
- College of the Rockies: Important Dates 2026
- College of the Rockies: Important Dates 2027
- College of the Rockies: Apply
- College of the Rockies: Programs for International Students
- Acuity Insights: Find the right Casper test type
- Trinity Western University: Nursing Admission Requirements
Last updated: September 26, 2026