No, it is one application and when you are prompted to select a major of interest, select nursing! You can fill out the application using the common app or directly from our website here.
Future Healthcare Professionals Program
Empowering Future Healthcare Leaders: Your Journey Starts Here.
The Future Healthcare Professionals program inspires students to explore various career options, from nursing to allied health professions. The goal of the program is to empower young minds to envision their futures in healthcare, equipping them with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed.
In a partnership with Springfield Technical Community College, and generously supported by Baystate Health, Westfield State is committed to providing the engagement and support students need to successfully navigate academic pathways in healthcare. Dynamic, hands-on experiences hosted at Westfield State University, Springfield Technical Community College, and at middle and high schools allow students to gain firsthand insight into the healthcare environment and also experience what it is like to learn on a college campus. Students enjoy immersive learning experiences such as teddy bear triage, syringe races, or hands only CPR while gaining valuable insight about what is involved in becoming a healthcare professional. Additionally, students have the opportunity to engage with current healthcare students and professionals to learn from real -world examples. Customized offerings such as instruction on how to complete an application or FASFA are available for groups or individuals.
Support for students interested in becoming healthcare professionals is a program priority. In alignment with this, WSU and STCC have hired dedicated Healthcare Career Navigators who are available to not only provide information about careers in healthcare, but also to assist with alleviating barriers or challenges people may face in achieving their career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I have to apply to nursing school separately from Westfield State University?
What can I do in high school to help prepare me to be a successful applicant to nursing school?
Focus on keeping your overall GPA high (Minimum GPA for nursing applicants is a 3.3 but the majority of applicants have GPAs of 3.5 or higher). A focus on science and math classes is important because they are the foundation for nursing education.
I want to be a pediatric (or any other specialty) nurse, is there a pediatric nursing program I can apply to?
No! During your time in nursing school, you will get to see many different specialties; once you graduate and decide which you like the best, you can apply to jobs within that specialty.
I didn’t get into nursing school, now what?
There are still pathways to a career in nursing, contact Emily Ciccolo.
Connect with Us: Discover Your Future in Healthcare
Are you ready to explore the exciting possibilities in the healthcare field and start your career journey? Join us in the Future Healthcare Professionals program! You’ll discover a range of career paths while gaining hands-on experiences that can really shape your future. It’s a great chance to meet mentors, learn about different roles, and find your passion in the world of healthcare!
Contact Us
Emily Ciccolo
Healthcare Career Navigator