- An applicant failing the first attempt of the A2 may be permitted to retake the exam one more time within 90 days of the first attempt. The timing of the second attempt will be determined by the school based on progress made during the prep course.
- After two ( 2 ) unsuccessful attempts, an applicant may only re-apply to the School after six months from the second attempt and will be required to submit evidence of having completed additional academic coursework that would demonstrate additional preparation for success (e.g. completed course work in science courses, certification or documentation of having completed professional education or skills development from a community college adult education course/s or formal tutoring).
- If the third attempt to pass the HESI A2 is unsuccessful the applicant will no longer be eligible to apply for the nursing program.
Admissions testing from another location
Applicants that have official documentation of having completed the HESI A2 at another accredited academic institution within 12 months from expected enrollment at St. Paul’s School of Nursing and achieved a score that meets or exceeds that required by St. Paul’s School of Nursing will be considered for admission and not be required to repeat the HESI A2.