RN Application Info
2026 RN Application
SEPTEMBER 1-30
Important Update: TEAS Testing for the 2026 Application
Cuesta College will not be able to provide complimentary TEAS testing for the 2026 RN application cycle.
Applicants are responsible for registering and paying for their own ATI TEAS 7 examination. Applicants must also ensure that their official TEAS score is submitted to Cuesta College by October 31, 2026.
Please plan ahead to allow sufficient time to schedule and complete the TEAS exam and have your official score submitted by the required deadline. Test results may take up to 4 business days.
For information about registering for the ATI TEAS 7, testing options, and score submission, please visit the ATI website.
For important dates, eligibility requirements, multi-criteria point system, TEAS information, required forms, and step-by-step instructions to apply to the RN program, please read the application instructions.
ATTENTION: Starting with the September 2026 RN application, a recency requirement for science coursework is being implemented. At the time of application, science courses cannot be older than 7 years.
TEAS Testing proctored online or PSI Center
PLEASE TAKE NOTE: If taking the TEAS Test proctored online or at a PSI center, results may take up to 4 business days after testing. The date on the score report will reflect the date the exam posts into your student account (not the date the exam was taken).
MAKE SURE TO CHOOSE A TEST DATE THAT ALLOWS YOU TIME TO SUBMIT YOUR SCORE BY OCTOBER 31ST.
FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Financial aid and scholarships are available for nursing students. In order to meet college deadlines, applicants should apply for financial aid and/or scholarships early.
IMPORTANT: Although completing a FAFSA or CADAA is not required to submit a scholarship application, we HIGHLY encourage you to submit a financial aid application because some scholarships are based on need.
To apply for financial aid and scholarships, visit Cuesta's Financial Aid webpage.
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For questions about the nursing programs or the nursing application process contact Brita Blue at: brita_blue@cuesta.edu or (805) 592-9426 For questions regarding program eligibility, prerequisites, course evaluations, and academic planning, Schedule an appointment with and academic counselor.