Required Textbooks Summer 2021.pdfThis packet includes detailed information about the on-boarding process for the Accelerated Second Degree program at the University of South Florida's College of Nursing for the Summer 2021 semester. It is essential that you read the packet in its entirety.
The Accelerated Second Degree program is a full-time program on the USF Tampa campus. Transportation for clinical experiences is the responsibility of the student, and some locations may be as much as two hours from the USF Tampa Campus. Students will be assigned a clinical location after Nursing Student Orientation. Generally, you will have courses, clinicals, and labs during the day Monday – Friday, and a Preceptorship in your last semester that may include overnights and weekends; however, the College of Nursing reserves the right to require clinical/lab participation on weekends as well as overnight. You will have common test times throughout the program that may take place during evenings or weekends.
All students admitted to the Accelerated Second Degree pathway have an academic program plan that is structured sequentially over four consecutive semesters: Summer 2021 (12 weeks); Fall 2021; Spring 2022; Summer 2022 (12 weeks). The anticipated graduation date is Summer (August) 2022.
In addition to University tuition and fees, there are other costs associated with the nursing program. Please ensure to review the estimated costs for incoming students.
Action Items - Required of you to Complete
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To confirm your admission to the College of Nursing, you must complete the Intent to Enroll form via SOAR (https://hsccf.hsc.usf.edu/soar) no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 2, 2021.
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All College of Nursing students are required to complete a Background Check, Verification of Health Insurance, Immunization Verification, and Drug Screening for the College of Nursing via CastleBranch.com. This is not the same as the Medical History Form from USF Student Health Services. The Castle Branch requirements are required for all undergraduate students in the College of Nursing.
Verification of health insurance must be submitted to Castle Branch and the College of Nursing must have clearance on your drug test and background checks by Friday, April 23, 2021 or your seat in the program will be forfeited. All other Castle Branch requirements need to be completed by the first day of classes. Please start the process IMMEDIATELY.
The College of Nursing has created a Guide to Castle Branch (click to open) which can assist you in the compliance process. Please ensure to review this guide in its entirety, as it contains crucial information and may answer questions on completing College of Nursing compliance requirements.
Purchase your CastleBranch account IMMEDIATELY using your USF email ($153):
- Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98
- Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> Undergraduate Program –> Second Degree
- Select Code UE01: I am a new student ordering for the first time
- Once purchased you will receive instructions from CastleBranch within 48 hours
- The urine drug screen must be completed within 72 hours after receiving your instructions
- If the drug screening is not completed within 72 hours of purchase, an additional cost will be required as the drug screen package will need to be re-purchased ($38)
Purchase, complete, and upload your HIPAA Compliance in Castle Branch ($10):
- Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98
- Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> Undergraduate Program –> Upper Division
- UE01hipaa: HIPAA eLearning Tracker
The College of Nursing will hold two virtual Castle Branch Question and Answer sessions via Microsoft Teams. Although not mandatory, it is highly-advised that you attend. Please make sure to log-in at least 10 minutes before the session.
Tuesday, April 6th at 9:00am
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
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Phone Conference ID: 827 743 713#
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Tuesday, April 6th at 4:00pm
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
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Phone Conference ID: 612 679 735#
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Please contact Castle Branch at 888-723-4263 with any questions regarding the uploading of documentation or requirements for your profile. The USF College of Nursing Compliance Officer Mr. Shawn Afflick (safflick@usf.edu) can assist you if the Castle Branch Customer Service cannot resolve an issue. Please ensure to email Mr. Afflick through your USF email and include your name, program (Accelerated Second Degree), and cohort (Summer 2021).
Due to military documentation not being in line with civilian documentation, there is the possibility that your military documentation will be rejected. If this happens, please contact the College of Nursing's Student Academic Compliance Officer, Mr. Shawn Afflick (safflick@usf.edu). Each rejection will be reviewed by Mr. Afflick on a case-by-case basis. Please remember to include your U-ID in your email.
Please note that this is not a one time process. You, the student, must monitor all requirements and keep them up to date during the time of your enrollment in The College of Nursing. Failure to keep the programmatic and clinical requirements up-to-date can result in being restricted from attending clinicals.
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If you are a brand new University of South Florida degree-seeking student, welcome! You MUST attend the University's General Orientation in addition to the Nursing Student Orientation. You can register for USF Orientation online at http://usf.edu/orientation/. Once you register and pay for a USF Orientation session, you will be assigned a registration time ticket within two weeks. Please note that your registration time ticket is created within two weeks after you register and pay for a USF Orientation session, not after you attend your USF Orientation. The College of Nursing has no preference on when you attend your USF Orientation; therefore, please select a date prior to the start of the nursing program that is most convenient for you. University policy mandates that brand new University of South Florida degree-seeking students MUST attend a University orientation before the start of classes for the semester; those students that fail to do so will have their enrollment canceled by the University, which will result in cancellation/forfeiture of their seat in the nursing program. |
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Per USF Policy 33-002, it is mandatory for USF students to submit all required immunization documentation and sign the official Medical History Form prior to course registration. A hold preventing registration will remain on your account until you have fulfilled these requirements.
- Medical History Form: sign form electronically through student account or download and sign the Medical History from. Parent/Guardian signature required if student is under 18.
- Measles & Rubella Immunity: Submit proof of 2 MMRs given after 1st birthday OR IgG quantitative lab report. Lab report must include result and reference range.
- Hepatitis B Immunity: Submit proof of immunity to Hepatitis B by providing 3 vaccine dates or quantitative lab report. You may waive this recommended vaccine through your student account.
- Meningitis Immunity: Submit proof of Meningitis vaccination administered after 16th birthday. You may waive this recommended vaccine through your student account.
- TB Screening: Tuberculosis Screening required for all students who use an international address at the time of application. Screening must be done within 6 months prior to the semester start date. See this example of Tuberculosis screening document.
Lab reports must be submitted in quantitative format, please see this example Lab Report.
For a detailed explanation of the requirements, please download the following Submission Guide.
Degree-seeking Students may submit your documents one of the following ways: Admissions portal or MyBullsPath portal (undergraduates only).
If you are unable to submit one of the above ways, you may mail, fax, or email Student Health Services.
Email: immunization@shs.usf.edu
Fax: 813-974-5888
Mail: 4202 E Fowler Ave, SHS 100, Tampa, FL 33620-6750
If you are having difficulties with your immunizations due to the pandemic please click here for more information.
For an exemption request, please contact the Student Health Services office directly.
For questions on USF Compliance, please contact USF Student Health Services directly at 813-974-5888.
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We are very excited for you to start your nursing journey with us and officially welcome you at the College of Nursing's Student Orientation on Friday, April 9 from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (online). The Nursing Student Orientation is for admitted students only and there is no room for guests.
The College of Nursing's Online Student Orientation is mandatory. You must sign-in with your legal first and last name, and be signed-in for the entirety of the orientation, to "attend". Those who do not attend will forfeit their seat in the program.
The College of Nursing's Student Orientation will be conducted online through Microsoft Teams. It is recommended you download and participate through the Microsoft Teams app. If you need assistance installing the app, please contact USF Information Technology.
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join on your computer or mobile app
Click here to join the meeting
Or call in (audio only)
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Phone Conference ID: 418 099 039#
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The orientation starts at 9:00 a.m. and you may sign-in 30 minutes prior to the event. It is recommended that you are signed in no later than 15 minutes before the start of orientation.
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Please ensure to check and remove all holds prior to registration. You can view registration holds in your myusf: OASIS; Student; Student Records; View Holds. Only the office that placed the hold on your account is authorized to remove the hold. Therefore, if you have questions regarding how to remove a hold, please directly contact the office that placed a hold.
The earliest any student can register for in Nursing courses for the Fall is Friday, April 9, 2021, even if your registration day/time assigned by the University is earlier. Please note that no matter when you register, you will be guaranteed a seat in all nursing courses, clinicals, and labs. Registration instructions will be sent to your USF email by the close of business on Friday, April 9, 2021. Students must be registered in classes by May 1, 2021, or they will forfeit their seat in the program.
The registration times varies for current USF students and new USF students:
If you are a current USF student, you will be assigned a day and time when you can register for classes by the University. You may register for classes on Friday, April 9 or on/after your assigned registration day by the University; whichever is sooner.
If you are a new USF student, within two weeks after you register for USF Orientation, you will be assigned a time ticket to register for classes. You can then register for classes on or after April 9.
The Accelerated Second Degree Program Director, Dr. Oscar Bernard, will go over you first-semester schedule in detail at Nursing Student Orientation, as OASIS does not display complete information. Therefore, we request that you save scheduling questions for Nursing Student Orientation.
You will register for your clinicals that coordinate with your clinical placement. Please note that the College of Nursing cannot provide any guarantees on any specific clinical locations. Transportation for clinical is the responsibility of the student and may be as much as two hours from the USF Tampa campus. All of our clinical partners provide excellent opportunities to our students. You will find out your clinical placement by close of business on Friday, April 9.
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If you are using VA Benefits, after you register for classes, you will then apply for your VA Education Benefit and Submit a Clockwork Application. For questions on applying for VA Education Benefits and submitting Clockworks, please contact the USF Office of Veteran Success directly at 813-974-2291. Apply for Your VA Education Benefit *FIRST SEMESTER STUDENTS ONLY* Visit https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/ to either APPLY FOR or UPDATE your VA education benefits. Click the green "Find your education benefits form" button, complete the application, and save a screenshot of the "Claim received" page at the end to upload onto your Clockwork application. If you have already applied for/updated your VA education benefits and received your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in Submit a Clockwork Application To request to use your VA education benefits each semester (Chapter 33, 35, 30, or 1606), you MUST complete steps 1-5 on your Clockwork application |
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All undergraduate students participating in clinicals and lab must follow the College of Nursing's uniform and dress code, which can be found on page 14 of the Baccalaureate Handbook.
You will need to purchase a Nursing scrub top, Nursing scrub pants and Nursing Undergraduate lab coat through one of the three USF Bookstores: USF Tampa Bookstore, USF St. Petersburg Bookstore, or USF Sarasota-Manatee Bookstore. For you Nursing Lab Coat, please be sure to order "short/undergraduate".
You may purchase your uniforms in-person at any USF campus bookstore.
You may also order your uniforms online using the Nursing Scrubs Order Form and the Nursing Lab Coat Order Form. Please mail your completed forms to 2094txt@follett.com.
Sizing Information
Lab coats/scrub tops: http://whiteswanbrands.com/meta/size-chart.php.
Men’s scrub pants: https://www.cherokeeuniforms.com/4000.html
Women’s scrub pants: https://www.cherokeeuniforms.com/4020.html.
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You will need your textbooks by the first day of classes. Textbooks are available for purchase or rent through the USF Bookstore. In addition to textbooks, there are other materials that you must purchase for the program that are not available through the USF Bookstore. Please review the required technology that you will purchase closer to the start of the program. The Bookstore Advance Purchase Program (BAPP) allows students to charge books and supplies at any USF campus bookstore using your financial aid before it is paid. Please visit https://www.usf.edu/financial-aid/bapp/index.aspx for more information. All USF College of Nursing students are required to have a laptop/notebook computer with wireless internet connection and a web browser. Students are also required to have a compatible webcam and microphone; the webcam and microphone should either be built into your laptop/notebook or be a portable model. Students in all nursing courses are expected to meet these requirements to successfully participate in their courses. Failure to meet these technology standards may result in inability to complete program requirements. It is the student's responsibility to ensure all requirements are met prior to the start of the semester. The College of Nursing's Student Computer Requirement has specific information on hardware requirements. The USF Computer Store offers laptop "bundles" for registered students. |
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You will create a signature line in your USF email. Do not include U-ID in your signature line, but ensure to manually insert it when emailing your Academic Advisor. Your signature line will consist of your name, major (Accelerated Second Degree), your cohort semester and year (Summer 2021), and your clinical facility. Do not change your cohort nor clinical facility as you progress through the program.
USF Signature Line Template:
Name
Accelerated Second Degree, Summer 2021, Clinical Facility (Assigned after Nursing Student Orientation)
How to create your email signature:
PC Directions:
- Click File > Options > Mail > Signatures.
- Click the signature you want to edit.
- Remove the current signature in the edit area and copy and paste the above info into the signature box.
- Change the information to reflect your information. Be sure to update the hyperlink for the phone number and email by right-clicking on each and editing the text display area and email address area.
- When you're done, select Save > OK.
Mac Directions
- Outlook > Preferences > Signatures.
- Click the signature you want to edit and click edit.
- Remove the current signature in the edit area and copy and paste the above info into the signature box.
- Change the information to reflect your information. Be sure to update the hyperlink for the phone number and email.
- When you're done, select Save > OK.
If you need assistance in creating your USF Email Signature Line, please contact USF IT at 813-974-1222.
title | Finalize your Financial Aid or Method of Payment |
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Payment in full or approved deferment is due on the fifth day of the semester. You will not be sent a bill. The University will cancel the registration of a student whose registration fees have not been paid in full by the deadline as indicated on the university's academic calendar. Students who have a financial aid Tuition Deferment, Veteran's deferment, or Florida Prepaid will not be subject to cancellation.
Please review the estimated costs for incoming students and ensure to finalize your financial aid or method of payment. USF's Office of Financial Aid can assist you with any questions you have regarding the Financial Aid process. Additionally, you can also contact the USF Health Office of Financial Aid for assistance.
All students are strongly encouraged to file a FAFSA, as many scholarships require a current FAFSA on-file for consideration.
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The USF Photo ID card is the official identification card of the University of South Florida. The USF Photo ID Card is a multi-functional card. College of Nursing students will use the USF Photo ID Card as part of their Nursing badge required for clinicals and labs. Therefore, you must obtain the USF Photo ID Card by the first day of classes. Note: If you are a current USF student with a valid USF Photo ID card, do not purchase another one.
Download Form. Download this form and fill it out before heading to the Card Center.
Payment: Students and Distance Learning students will no longer have to pay for the USF Photo ID Card at the time of issue. Instead, students will be conveniently billed through their university account. The cost of your original card is $10. Replacement cards are $15.
USF Card Services Location: SVC 1032
Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00am-6:00pm, Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm
If you have any questions, please contact USF Card Services directly at 813-974-2357.
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The following packet includes detailed information about the onboarding process for the Accelerated Second Degree program at the University of South Florida’s College of Nursing for the Summer 2024 semester.It is essential that you read the packet in its entirety.
The Accelerated Second Degree program is a full-time program on the USF Tampa campus. Transportation for clinical experiences is the responsibility of the student, and some locations may be as much as two hours from the USF Tampa Campus. Students will be assigned a clinical region. Generally, you will have courses, clinicals, and labs during the day Monday – Friday, although you may be assigned clinicals on the evening or weekend. You will have Preceptorship in your last semester that may include overnights and weekends. The College of Nursing reserves the right to require clinical/lab participation on weekends as well as overnight. You will have common test times throughout the program that may take place during evenings or weekends.
All students admitted to the Accelerated Second Degree pathway have an academic program plan that is structured sequentially over four consecutive semesters: Summer 2024 (12 weeks); Fall 2024; Spring 2025; Summer 2025 (12 weeks). The anticipated graduation date is Summer (August) 2025.
In addition to University tuition and fees, there are other costs associated with the nursing program. Please ensure to review the estimated costs for incoming students
All students must adhere to pre-licensure program plans and academic continuity:
Each student must adhere to the program plan received upon admission.
Should a student break progression due to earning a non-passing grade or withdrawal, per the College of Nursing Progression Policy found in the College of Nursing Student Handbook, the student must petition and receive permission from the Baccalaureate Admissions and Progression Committee to remain in or be readmitted to the program. The student’s program plan will be reviewed by the Program Director and/or Associate Dean for any courses, clinicals, or labs that need to be repeated and to determine when there will be room in the next available cohort. Students in the Accelerated Second Degree pathway must remain at their home campus for which originally admitted.
Should a student break progression due to a withdrawal with cause (WC), failure to register, or cancelation of enrollment by the University for financial reasons will be considered grounds for progression violation or dismissal. Students may not progress in their pathway if they voluntarily withdraw or withdraw with cause from any pre-licensure course, lab, or clinical in their designated pathway. The withdrawal will be considered a failed course and grounds for progression violation or dismissal.
The student acknowledges that breaks in progression for any reason may result in pause for up to two years.
If the break in progression causes the student to be outside of the graduation timeline outlined in the USF System Policy 10-505: Degree Progression and Completion Deadline for Undergraduate Students, permission must be received by Undergraduate Studies for the student to be readmitted to the major.
Action Items - Required of you to Complete:
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The College of Nursing would like to know if you will accept or decline the offer for admission, no later than 5:00 p.m. EDT on Friday, March, 15, 2024. Please click here to submit Intent to Enroll survey . If you accept the offer, you will then proceed with your Onboarding Packet. In order for the Intent to Enroll to be received and valid, the submission date/time must show no later than 5:00 p.m. EDT on Friday, March 15, 2024. Submissions after the posted deadline will not be valid and will cause the admission offer to be rescinded. Please be sure to submit the Intent to Enroll using the link provided in this message. |
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All College of Nursing students are required to complete a Background Check, Verification of Health Insurance, Immunization Verification, and Drug Screening for the College of Nursing via CastleBranch.com. This is not the same as the Medical History Form from USF Student Health Services. The Castle Branch requirements are required for all undergraduate students in the College of Nursing. IMPORTANT: Watch this Compliance Video: UG Compliance Orientation Video IMPORTANT: Along with the video above, the College of Nursing has created a Guide to Castle Branch (click to access guide) to assist you in the compliance process. Please reference both of these guides in its entirety, as it contains crucial information and will answer questions on completing College of Nursing compliance requirements. Verification of health insurance must be submitted to Castle Branch and the College of Nursing must have clearance on your drug test, fingerprints and background checks by Friday, April 12, 2024 or your seat in the program will be forfeited. All other Castle Branch requirements need to be completed by the first day of classes. Please start the process IMMEDIATELY. The College of Nursing has created a Guide to Castle Branch (click to open) which can assist you in the compliance process. Please ensure to review this guide in its entirety, as it contains crucial information and may answer questions on completing College of Nursing compliance requirements. The COVID-19 vaccination documentation has been added to the Castle Branch immunization tracker. At this time we do not require COVID vaccinations for students to enroll in any of our nursing pathways/programs. While we do not require a vaccination many of our clinical partners require vaccinations of students based upon the federal mandate. We expect that most if not all of our clinical sites will require COVID vaccinations by the end of February to comply with the federal mandate. Medical and religious exemptions may be granted but this is at the discretion of our clinical partners. We cannot guarantee an exception will be made. Purchase your CastleBranch account IMMEDIATELY using your USF email ($222): For fingerprinting purposes, you must purchase your CastleBranch based on where you are currently residing and will be doing your fingerprints (this is not your state of residency). If you will be getting your fingerprints done outside of Florida, you must purchase the out of state fingerprinting package (Code UE01osfp). Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98 Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> Undergraduate Program –> SECOND DEGREE Select Code UE01: I am a new student ordering for the first time (in state fingerprint code) If you are currently residing out of state* Select Code: UE01osfp: I am new student ordering for the first time and need an out of state* fingerprint Once purchased you will receive instructions from CastleBranch within 48 hours The urine drug screen must be completed within 72 hours after receiving your instructions If the drug screening is not completed within 72 hours of purchase, an additional cost will be required as the drug screen package will need to be re-purchased *Out of State Coding: Out of state is considered where you are currently physically residing and not your state of residence Purchase, complete, and upload your HIPAA Compliance in Castle Branch: Go to https://portal.castlebranch.com/UD98 Select Place Order –> College of Nursing –> Undergraduate Program –> Second Degree UE01hipaa: HIPAA eLearning Tracker Please contact Castle Branch at 888-723-4263 with any questions regarding the uploading of documentation or requirements for your profile. The USF College of Nursing Compliance Team con-compliance@usf.edu can assist you if the Castle Branch Customer Service cannot resolve an issue. Please ensure to email through your USF email and include your name, program (Accelerated Second Degree), and cohort (Summer 2024). Due to military documentation not being in line with civilian documentation, there is the possibility that your military documentation will be rejected. If this happens, please contact the College of Nursing's Student Academic Compliance Officer, con-compliance@usf.edu). Each rejection will be reviewed by on a case-by-case basis. Please remember to include your U-ID in your email. Please note that this is not a one-time process. You, the student, must monitor all requirements and keep them up to date during the time of your enrollment in The College of Nursing. Failure to keep the programmatic and clinical requirements up-to-date can result in being restricted from attending clinicals. |
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Click here for specific instructions: MyClinicalExchange Instructions Deadline for account to be created is April 15th |
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Per USF Policy 33-002, it is mandatory for USF students to submit all required immunization documentation and sign the official Medical History Form prior to course registration. A hold preventing registration will remain on your account until you have fulfilled the following requirements.
If you are missing any vaccine and/or labs, please contact your current healthcare provider or schedule an Immunization Compliance Appointment by clicking here. For an exemption request, please contact our office directly. Please refer to the tabs on the left side for additional information particular to your student status/population. For questions on USF Compliance, please contact USF Student Health Services directly at 813-974-4056 |
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We are very excited for you to start your nursing journey with us and officially welcome you at the College of Nursing's Student Orientation on Friday, April 19 from 9am-4:00pm In-Person CPH 1023 (College of Public Health). Those who do not attend will forfeit their seat in the program. The College of Nursing's Student Orientation is mandatory. Attire: Business Casual Check-in will begin at 8:30am as orientation will begin at 9:00am sharp. Lunch will be provided. If you have any dietary restrictions please be sure to bring your own lunch/snacks. If you do not have a USF Parking Decal you will need to park in the Laurel Garage- 6th Floor. The garage is located off of Holly Drive and USF Laurel Dr- Parking Map If you do have a USF decal you will need to reference the Parking Map for the closest parking location based off of your decal. You will need to bring the devices you intend to use during the program with them for computer checks (E.g. Laptop and mobile devices- cell phone/tablet). Additionally, there will be a mandatory Clinical Onboarding - TBD |
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Please ensure to check and remove all holds prior to registration. You can view registration holds in your myusf: OASIS; Student; Student Records; View Holds. Only the office that placed the hold on your account is authorized to remove the hold. Therefore, if you have questions regarding how to remove a hold, please directly contact the office that placed a hold. The earliest any student can register for in Nursing courses for the Summer and Fall semesters is April 19, even if your registration day/time assigned by the University is earlier. Please note that no matter when you register, you will be guaranteed a seat in all nursing courses, clinicals, and labs. Registration instructions will be sent to your USF email by the close of business on April 19. The registration times varies for current USF students and new USF students: If you are a current USF student, you will be assigned a day and time when you can register for classes by the University. You may register for classes on Friday, April 19 or on/after your assigned registration day by the University; whichever is sooner. If you are a new USF student, within two weeks after you register for USF Orientation, you will be assigned a time ticket to register for classes. You can then register for classes on or after April 19. Dr. Cheryl Zambroski, Tampa Campus Director, will go over you first-semester schedule in detail at Nursing Student Orientation, as OASIS does not display complete information. Therefore, we request that you save scheduling questions for Nursing Student Orientation. You will be assigned a clinical region and will need to onboard with the respective hospitals within that region. Please note that the College of Nursing cannot provide any guarantees on any specific clinical regions. Transportation for clinical is the responsibility of the student and may be as much as two hours from the USF Tampa campus. All of our clinical partners provide excellent opportunities to our students. You will find out your clinical region via USF as soon as they have been finalized. |
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The College of Nursing has created a Base Guide to help familiarize our military-connected students with University, College, and Tampa Bay resources. If you are using VA Benefits, after you register for classes, you will then apply for your VA Education Benefit and Submit a Clockwork Application. For questions on applying for VA Education Benefits and submitting Clockworks, please contact the USF Office of Veteran Success directly at 813-974-2291. Apply for Your VA Education Benefit
Submit a Clockwork Application To request to use your VA education benefits each semester (Chapter 33, 35, 30, or 1606), you MUST complete steps 1-5 on your Clockwork application EVERY SEMESTER. If you make ANY changes to your class schedule AFTER OVS has certified you, complete a Change in Benefit Request by clicking the button at the top left of your original Clockwork application. Out of State Student Waiver *FOR STUDENTS BEING CHARGED OUT-OF-STATE FEES ONLY* You MUST complete an online Out of State Fee Waiver with the Office of Veteran Success EVERY SEMESTER that you qualify. Keep in mind that this waiver DOES NOT change your residency status at USF, but instead waives 100% of your out-of-state charges each semester. |
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Students seeking support services from Student Accessibility Services (SAS) on the basis of a previously diagnosed disability are requested to submit documentation that verifies their eligibility under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the ADA Amendments Act. First-year and transfer students may apply for accommodations once admitted to the University of South Florida. Current students may apply at any time, however accommodations are not retroactive. Students are responsible for identifying themselves to SAS and present proper medical documentation to receive academic accommodations. Students must complete the online Application for Accommodations and supply supporting medical documentation. Documentation can be submitted through one of the following:
The review process takes 7-10 days to review application and supporting medical documentation, then a coordinator will e-mail the student's @usf.edu email account to set up an intake appointment. Intake appointments are approximately 1 hour, and must be completed before accommodations are approved. Register here |
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You will need your first semester textbooks by the first day of classes. Textbooks are available for purchase or rent through the USF Bookstore. Your Program Director will go over first semester textbooks and required technologies at Nursing Student Orientation. The Bookstore Advance Purchase Program (BAPP) allows students to charge books and supplies at any USF campus bookstore using your financial aid before it is paid. In addition to textbooks, there are other materials that you must purchase for the program that are not available through the USF Bookstore. You will be requried to purchase ATI. Assessment Technologies Institute (ATI) is an online learning platform designed to supplement the curriculum with resources to help nursing students learn, improve, apply, and test for NCLEX success.You will be required to enroll in ATI. The cost of ATI is about $1000 spread out over 4 payments. More information about purchasing ATI will be provided at orientation and again at the beginning of the semester. All USF College of Nursing students are required to have a laptop/notebook computer with wireless internet connection and a web browser. Students are also required to have a compatible webcam and microphone; the webcam and microphone should either be built into your laptop/notebook or be a portable model. Students in all nursing courses are expected to meet these requirements to successfully participate in their courses. Failure to meet these technology standards may result in inability to complete program requirements. It is the student's responsibility to ensure all requirements are met prior to the start of the semester. The College of Nursing's Student Computer Requirement has specific information on hardware requirements. The USF Computer Store offers laptop "bundles" and discounted software for registered students. For more information, visit USF Computer Store. Contact the USF Computer Store for additional assistance at 813-974-1779.
The College of Nursing's Student Computer Requirement has specific information on hardware requirements. The USF Computer Store offers laptop "bundles" for registered students. • Port for Ethernet wired connection (if a port is not provided you will need to purchase a |
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All undergraduate students participating in clinicals and lab must follow the College of Nursing's uniform and dress code, which can be found in the College of Nursing Student Handbook. You will need a minimum of one nursing scrub top, and nursing scrub pant. You will be required to wear your nursing scrub top and pants for all nursing clinicals and labs. Nursing labs will begin the first week and will be held 2-3 times per week. You may purchase your uniforms in-person at any USF campus bookstore. You must purchase your tops in person at the bookstore, and can purchase your pants online or in person at the bookstore. You can purchase your order in-person through the USF Bookstore or by submitting your order to them via email. Pick-up at the bookstore is free; delivery is an additional fee. If you want your order delivered, you should order a minimum of two weeks prior to the beginning of the semester For questions regarding uniform stock, sizing, pricing, or ordering, please contact the USF Bookstore directly at 813-974-2631. Order Forms Completed order forms to be emailed to t.gainous@follett.com Pricing (as of 3/15/2023) Nursing Scrub Top - $42 Nursing Scrub Pants - $30 Size Chart |
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You will create a signature line in your USF email. Do not include U-ID in your signature line, but ensure to manually insert it when emailing your Academic Advisor. Your signature line will consist of your name, major (Accelerated Second Degree), your cohort semester and year (Summer 2023). Do not change your cohort as you progress through the program. USF Signature Line Template: Name Accelerated Second Degree, Summer 2024 How to create your email signature: PC Directions:
Mac Directions
If you need assistance in creating your USF Email Signature Line, please contact USF IT at 813-974-1222. |
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Payment in full or approved deferment is due on the fifth day of the semester. You will not be sent a bill. The University will cancel the registration of a student whose registration fees have not been paid in full by the deadline as indicated on the university's academic calendar. Students who have a financial aid Tuition Deferment, Veteran's deferment, or Florida Prepaid will not be subject to cancellation. Please review the estimated costs for incoming students and ensure to finalize your financial aid or method of payment. USF's Office of Financial Aid can assist you with any questions you have regarding the Financial Aid process. Additionally, you can also contact the USF Health Office of Financial Aid for assistance. All students are strongly encouraged to file a FAFSA, as many scholarships require a current FAFSA on-file for consideration. College of Nursing Scholarship Application- AwardSpring To be considered for additional scholarships in the 2024-25 academic year, you should submit the USF Foundation scholarship application - applications for those scholarships are typically open November – April. There may be additional scholarships opportunities listed on the USF Foundation Scholarship Office Facebook page. Supplemental College of Nursing Scholarship Application The College of Nursing has supplemental scholarships. Please be sure to have a FAFSA on file and submit the following application to be considered: https://usf.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42ueznZNsfNteCy To be considered for additional scholarships in the 2024-25 academic year, you should also submit the USF Foundation scholarship application when it opens - applications for those scholarships are typically open November – April. There may be additional scholarships opportunities listed on the USF Foundation Scholarship Office Facebook page. |
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The USF Photo ID card is the official identification card of the University of South Florida. The USF Photo ID Card is a multi-functional card. College of Nursing students will use the USF Photo ID Card as part of their Nursing badge required for clinicals and labs. Therefore, you must obtain the USF Photo ID Card by the first day of classes. Note: If you are a current USF student with a valid USF Photo ID card, do not purchase another one. Please visit your MyBullsPath account for information on how to order your USF Photo ID Card: Process:
For detailed information including payment information please refer to our website: 4202 E. Fowler Ave., SVC 1032 Tampa, FL 33620 PHONE, EMAIL, FAX Phone: (813) 974-2357 Email: idcard@usf.edu Website: USF Card Center |
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You will be contacted shortly after admission to advise if you need to complete the Civic Literacy requirement. If you have been advised that you must complete the Civics Literacy requirement, you must complete the assessment by June 1, 2025 or a hold will be placed on your account. If you need to complete both the assessment and course, you must complete the assessment by June 1, 2025 and the course during Semester 1 of the Nursing program. You can also check your DegreeWorks account to determine if you need to complete the Civic Literacy requirement. All undergraduate degree-seeking students who enroll in a Florida public institution for the first time in Fall 2018 and thereafter must demonstrate civic literacy. Amended legislation in 2021 now requires undergraduate degree-seeking students to meet the State of Florida’s Civic Literacy requirement by passing BOTH an approved civic literacy course and a passing score on a designated civic literacy assessment BEFORE graduation from USF. Please talk to your academic advisor about whether you need to enroll in a course and take the assessment. The 2017 Florida Legislature amended Section 1007.25, Florida Statutes to require students initially entering a Florida College System institution or state university in 2018-19 and thereafter to demonstrate competency in civic literacy. This means beginning in Fall 2018 students who are first enrolled in a Florida public institution in Fall 2018 or later must meet the new state civic literacy requirement regardless of residency or past post-secondary enrollment. The goal of the civic literacy initiative is to ensure a level of understanding among all graduates in the principles and practices of American democracy through an understanding of the U.S. Constitutions and other founding document as well as landmark Supreme Court cases and legislation and their impact on law and society. If entering Florida public college or university as an undergraduate seeking student for the first time in the beginning of Fall 2018 through Summer A 2021, must earn credit in an approved Civic Literacy course OR achieve a passing score on a designated civic literacy assessment (not both) If entering Florida public college of university as an undergraduate seeking student for the first time in the beginning of Summer B/Fall 2021 or after, must earn credit in an approved Civic Literacy course AND achieve a passing score on a designated civic literacy assessment (both) More information regarding the Civic Literacy requirement can be found here Due to the rigor of the nursing program, students must complete the Florida Civics Literacy Examination in Semester 1 at USF Testing Center or other Approved testing site. The deadline for meeting the exam requirement is June 1, 2025. If you need to complete both the assessment AND course the assessment must be satisfied by June 1, 2025 and the course (AMH 2010, AMH 2020 or POS 2041) must be taken in Semester 1. Those students with the Civics Literacy requirement outstanding will also receive an email from their Academic Advisor prior to the start of the semester. How to meet this requirement: Students entering Summer B/Fall 2021 and later must satisfy BOTH the Civic Literacy course and assessment requirements. The course requirement may be met by doing one of the following:
The assessment requirement may be met by doing one of the following:
How to satisfy the Civics Literacy Assessment: Students entering the University of South Florida in Fall 2024 or later must take the Florida Civics Literacy Test if they have not already met the assessment portion of Civics Literacy through one of the above mentioned acceleration mechanisms. This is an in-person exam offered through the USF Testing Center. Students should contact the USF Testing Center with questions regarding registering for the test. There will be a proctoring fee of $48.50. If you prefer to take a course to meet the requirement, please ensure to contact your Academic Advisor prior to doing so. Deadline to complete the Assessment is June 1, 2025 |
Dates to Remember:
Intent to Enroll Deadline:
Friday,
March 15,
2024 at 5:00 p.m.
Verification of Health Insurance Deadline:
Friday, April 12, 2024
Drug, Background and Fingerprint Deadline:
Friday, April 12, 2024
Mandatory Nursing Student Orientation:
Friday, April
19,
2024 (9:00 a.m. -
Verification of Health Insurance Deadline:
Friday, April 23, 20213:30 p.m.)
Civic Literacy Exam Deadline (if needed)
Monday,
June 1,
2024
First Day of Summer Classes:
Monday, May
13,
2024
Contact Us:
Academic Advisor
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