Practical Nursing Application Process

Practical Nursing Admissions

Begin your journey toward a rewarding career in nursing.

Application Timeline

Applications for the Spring 2027 Practical Nursing program will open in January 2027.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit applications prior to August 1st to ensure sufficient time to complete the admission process.

Candidates selected for admission will be notified when all documents and interviews are completed. NMCC does not maintain a wait list for the program.

If you are not selected for the current cohort, we recommend submitting an application for the next year.

Application Requirements

The following items must be submitted to the Admissions Office to be considered for admission:

1. Completed Application for Admission.
2. Two confidential recommendations from professional or academic sources. Recommendations must be submitted through the application portal or by email to nmccadmissions@mainecc.edu.
3. Supplemental Questions – candidates are required to submit typewritten answers to a series of questions developed by the Nursing Department Faculty and Director of Admissions and Outreach.
4. Personal interview with the Nursing Admission Committee.
5. ACCUPLACER placement testing may be required for proof of college readiness.

Program Prerequisites

Applicants must complete the following prerequisite course before the start of the program:

• ALH124 – Health and Safety Compliance
  (Preferred grade of B or higher)

Though not required, NMCC highly recommends applicants complete the general education requirements for the program prior to beginning core nursing classes. This can help reduce the amount of classroom and study time needed each semester, allowing students to focus on core content and competencies.

Selection Process

The selection process used for the Practical Nursing program involves an objective assessment of each applicant’s academic history, including prerequisite and college-level coursework, pre-admission test results, supplemental question responses, references, and personal interviews.

Interviews are scheduled with each candidate when all documentation has been received.

The Nursing Admission Committee reviews all eligible candidates and forwards recommendations to the NMCC Director of Admissions.

To be seriously considered, applicants must:

• Earn A’s or B’s in all prerequisite coursework. Higher grades carry more weight in the selection process.
• Earn A’s or B’s in academic courses, including high school and/or college coursework relevant to the nursing program.
• Provide well-constructed, thoughtful answers to the supplemental questions.
• Request recommendations from individuals who know your strengths, particularly as they relate to becoming a nurse.

Keep in mind that recommendations are confidential and the content of these recommendations will not be revealed to you.

Required Documents for the Accuplacer

Candidates selected for admission must provide all required documentation and deposits by the date stated in the Offer of Acceptance letter or admission will be revoked.

• NMCC Immunizations Requirement and Physical Exam Form. NOTE: All immunizations, titers, and physical exam requirements listed on the form must be completed and documented by an appropriately licensed healthcare provider.
• Health Inventory
• If applying for on-campus housing, submit a $100 deposit.
• Offer of Acceptance Form
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers Level certification.

Once all of this information is received, an official letter of acceptance will be forwarded to you.

Contact NMCC Admissions

Northern Maine Community College
Admissions Office
33 Edgemont Drive
Presque Isle, ME 04769

Phone: 207-768-2785
Fax: 207-768-2848
Email:

nmccadmissions@mainecc.edu

Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.,
Monday–Friday or by appointment